1. PRINCIPLES OF MATHEMATICS GRADE 9 ACADEMIC Ms Novosel

2. COURSE DESCRIPTION This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to algebra, analytic geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will investigate relationships, will then generalize as equations of lines, and will determine the connections between different representations of a linear relation. They will also explore relationships that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi- step problems.

3. MATERIALS NEEDED Principles of Mathematics 9 (Nelson) -$85 if lost Three ring binder 1.5 in or greater Notebook paper, Graph paper Pencils, pens, big eraser, ruler, protractor Scientific Calculator hiliter

4. STUDENT EVALUATION TERM WORK 70% CULMINATING ASSESSMENT 15% EQAO 5% In-class assignment 10% FINAL EXAM 15%

5. Mathematical Processes Reasoning and Proving Thinking (20%) Problem Solving Knowledge and Understanding (30%) Reflecting Communication (20%) Application (30%) RepresentingCommunicating Selecting Tools and StrategiesConnecting Procedural KnowledgeConceptual Understanding

6. Ms. S. Novosel Department of Mathematics St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School (905) 842-9494 Workroom #3C novoselsn@hcdsb.org Available for math help before school, after school, during lunch Math Homework help available every Wednesday 2:30-3:30 in cafeteria