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Grade 10 – Cultural, Social & Technical (CST) Math
Overview:
I'm happy to see all of you after a long time away from school! This is definitely a challenging year as we navigate through our curriculum amidst all the covid-19 restrictions. I promise to do my best to be flexible and to make this a memorable year. As long as we maintain a consistent effort and a positive outlook, I know we will have a great year together. This is a graduation requirement course that focuses on problem solving and involves a lot of practicing your math skills. We keep a steady pace and hopefully you will use all the resources available to be successful.

Course Outline:
Content
Functions & Systems
Analytical Geometry
Triangles – Isometric & Similar
Triangles – Trigonometry
Statistics

Course Evaluation:
You will be evaluated in two different areas.
Competency 1: Solves a Situational Problem (30%)
Competency 2: Uses Math Reasoning (70%)

Criteria:
  • Understanding the problem
  • Solving steps correctly
  • Having & validating appropriate steps & answer
  • Knowing what steps to do
  • Applying & solving steps correctly
  • Justifying work
  • Organization
  • Making generalizations or conclusions (conjecture)
  • Proving or disproving
Breakdown:
Situational Problems:(1-2 per term) 100%
Math Reasoning: Tests: 60% Quizzes & Assignments: 40%

Final Evaluation Situation (Exam):
There will be a 2-hour C1 final situational problem (exam) and a 3-hour C2 final Ministry exam during June.

Typical Class Routines:
10 min: Recap
30 – 40 min: Lesson
25 min: Practice Problems & Homework
OR
10 min: Recap
60 min: Work Period
5 min: Take Up

Materials Needed:
Please bring the following materials to every class.
  • Calculator (non-programmable)
  • 3 – ring binder
  • Pens or Pencils
  • Paper (lined, graph)
  • Eraser
  • Ruler
  • Highlighter
  • Completed work
  • Dividers  

Absence from Class:
You are responsible for catching up on class notes and completing any homework, assignments, quizzes or tests for which you were absent.  Any missed work not completed will result in a mark of zero.  If you are aware of your absence in advance, please let me know.
 
Missing a Test or Quiz:
Tests must be written on the scheduled day.  Dates will be given in advance.  If you know ahead of time that you will be away for a test, alternative arrangements must be made with me before the test date.
 
Homework & Assigned Work:
Success in this course is very much linked to practice! You will often be given time in class to start assigned work.  If you are on task, you should be able to complete the work in class.  Work completion will be checked & completion marks will be assigned & will contribute to your term mark.
 
Extra Help:
This course will be very busy and we will move quickly.  If you are experiencing difficulties, missed a concept, or require clarification PLEASE come see me or a classmate ASAP for extra help. 

Special Considerations:
If you have any considerations that I should be aware of, please come see me.
 
Class Success:
To be successful in this course, you will need to:
  • PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE
  • Positive attitude
  • Come see me for extra help
  • TRY YOUR BEST
  • Come to class prepared to learn & work
  • Complete all your OWN work

Expectations:
Everyone in this room has the following rights:
  • The right to feel comfortable and safe before, during and after this class.
  • The right to have the proper learning environment to accomplish your goals.
 
To best meet these, I have set the following basic rules for this class:
  • All school rules apply during this class.
  • You are expected to be prepared for class every day & work hard to reach your potential.
  • Respect for all people, materials & equipment.  Derogatory remarks will not be tolerated!  Speaking when another person is speaking, or speaking over another person is not acceptable.
  • Come to class with the belief that you are going to enjoy learning.