Course:  Geometry A

Prerequisites: Algebra I or Essentials of Algebra I

Course Description:

This course will develop skills in visualization and pictorial representation, emphasize applications of geometric ideas to questions about natural, physical, and social phenomena, encourage computer-based explorations, include both coordinate and transformational geometry, and present deductive arguments in a variety of forms. This course includes the principles of plane and solid geometry (e.g. meaning of induction, deduction, methods of deductive reasoning, angle relationships, parallel and perpendicular lines and planes, congruent triangles, arcs and angles as related to the circle, area of polygons, area and volume of solids.) Along with Algebra I and Algebra II, this course constitutes the basic mathematics requirements for admission to some institutions of higher learning. However, it is designed to be a value to you since its techniques are applicable to all fields of thought and since it develops the ability to problem solve using higher level thinking skills. An honors program is available for the more mathematically talented student. 

Schedule of Topics/Units Covered:

Resources/Materials:

• Three Ring Binder

• Lined Paper

• Calculator

• Ruler

• Pencils and Erasers

• Compass

Grading Standards:

• Assessments (80%)

• Homework/Classwork/Assignments (20%)