Mr. Lightner’s Classroom

Algebra II

“Success is dependent on effort.” Sophocles

Purpose:

 

This course is a prerequisite for higher courses such as trigonometry, calculus or college algebra.  Topics will build upon those that were introduced in Algebra I and several new concepts will be introduced in this course that will be expanded upon in a college algebra class.

 

Topics:

                 -Linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions

                 -Linear and quadratic inequalities

                 -Systems of equations and inequalities

                 -Rational expressions and equations

                 -Conic sections

                 -Matrices

                 -If time, an introduction into trigonometry will be included at the end of the year.

Classroom Expectations

Ask questions.

Be prepared for class when the bell rings, a tardy is when you are not in the room when the bell begins to ring.

Remain in your seat during the lesson unless instructed otherwise.

Respect yourself, fellow classmates, and the teacher.

Believe that you can do it.

 

Grading Scale

                 A              100%-90%                          Homework/Quizzes:      ≈50% of total grade

                 B              89%-80%                             Chapter Tests:                    ≈40% of total grade

                 C               79%-70%                             Semester Final:                 ≈10% of total grade

                 D              69%-60%

 

Recommended Websites for Homework Assistance and/or Math Extracurriculars

 

http://www.purplemath.com

http://www.homeworkkansas.com

http://www.onlinemathlearning.com

http://www.glencoe.com/sites/kansas/student/mathematics/index.html

http://www.coolmath-games.com

http://www.hotmath.com/games

 

Ideas to help you be successful

           -Read ahead, if you’ve seen the information at least once before class, you are more likely to understand it the second time.

           -Don’t procrastinate.  Easier said than done but the sooner you can at least start working on homework or reviewing, the easier it is going to be for you.

           -Get adequate sleep and eat a breakfast.

           -Have plenty of pencils and eraser available. You will make mistakes in this class and that is ok, as long as we learn from them.  Messy assignments will not be accepted.

-Have a notebook or three-ring binder that is used for this class only.

           -Own a graphing calculator (TI-83 or higher version)