Live Oak Academy

Seventh Grade Mathematics

Course Description:

This pre-algebra course will cover the following topics: reasoning and proofs, number sequences, functions, graphs, large numbers (including powers of ten) and logarithms, geometric figures (planar, solid, curves), probability and statistics, and algebraic equations. We will review mathematical concepts along the way including basic computation mechanics, conversion standards and mathematical history nuggets.

Textbook:

· “Mathematics: A Human Endeavor” (Harold Jacobs – Freeman Press)

Supplies:

· graph paper (lined paper may be used for non-graphing assignments)

· straight edge ruler

· A graphing calculator (TI-80 series) is recommended, but not required, for occasional graphing lab exercises. A few loaners may be available from the Academy to those who are unable to provide one.

· “A Student Workbook for Jacobs Mathematics: A Human Endeavor” is available for purchase through the Academy for $15. This workbook provides space for completing assignments and includes additional practice and review exercises.

Expectations for Coursework at Home:

Students will be expected to complete assigned coursework at home from the textbook, and practice supplied drills. Assignment sheets and exercise answer keys will be available on the Live Oak Edline web site. Parents are required to correct home assignments and students are recommended to correct errors in their answer. Students should bring questions to class for review on the noted due date for each given assignment. Time required to complete these outside assignments should take 30-60 minutes, three times per week.

Testing:

• Quizzes will be given weekly and completed in class.
• Tests will be assigned at the end of each chapter. These tests will be taken home for completion under parental supervision and are due the following class meeting.
• Semester Final exams will be given at the end of each semester.

Grading:

Semester grades will be earned on the following weighting:

Classroom Participation 10%

Homework 10%

Quizzes 20%

Chapter Tests 40%

Semester Final 20%

Contact Information:

Chris Owen chris@liveoakacademy.org (408) 828-2998