Algebra I

Overview -

Algebra I emphasizes the importance of algebra in everyday life through hundreds of real-world examples. Assessments are designed to ensure that your understanding goes beyond rote memorization of steps and procedures. Upon successful course completion, you will have a strong foundation in Algebra I and will be prepared for other higher-level math courses.

MAJOR TOPICS AND CONCEPTS -

  • Algebra Foundations

    • Numerical Operations
    • Algebraic Expressions
    • Units and Graphs
    • Descriptive Modeling and Accuracy
    • Translations
    • Algebraic Properties and Equations

    Equations and Inequalities

    • One-Variable Equations
    • Two-Variable Equations
    • Absolute Value Equations
    • Inequalities
    • Compound Inequalities
    • Literal Equations

    Linear Functions

    • Relations and Functions
    • Function Notation and Graphs
    • Linear Functions
    • Linear Models
    • Writing Linear Functions
    • Horizontal and Vertical Lines
    • Reflection

    Exponential Functions

    • Properties of Exponents
    • Operations with Radicals
    • Exponential Functions and Models
    • Graphing Exponential Functions
    • Sequences
    • Exploring Linear and Exponential Growth

    Systems of Equations

    • Solving Systems of Equations Graphically
    • Solving Systems of Equations Algebraically
    • Solving Systems of Equations Approximately
    • Two-Variable Linear Inequalities
    • Systems of Linear Inequalities
    • Reflection

    Statistics

    • Representing Data
    • Comparing Data Sets
    • Data Sets and Outliers
    • Two-Way Frequency Tables
    • Scatter Plots and Line of Best Fit
    • Correlation and Causation
    • Reflection

    Polynomials

    • Introduction to Polynomials
    • Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials
    • Multiplication of Monomials
    • Division of Monomials
    • Multiplication of Polynomials
    • Special Products
    • Division of Polynomials
    • Function Operations

    Factoring

    • Greatest Common Factor
    • Factoring By Grouping
    • Factoring Trinomials
    • Perfect Square Trinomials
    • Difference of Perfect Squares
    • Polynomial Functions
    • Reflection

    Quadratic Functions

    • Quadratic Models
    • Quadratics and Completing the Square
    • Quadratics and the Quadratic Formula
    • Applications of Quadratic Functions
    • Exploring Non-Linear Systems and Growth

    Grade Level

    Grade 9, 10, 11, 12

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    Duration

    Annual

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    Prerequisites

    None

     

     

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    Mode

     Online

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    Ratio

    1 Teacher : 9 Student (Standard)

    1 Teacher : 15 Student (max)

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    Exams & Assessments

    Online via Learning Management System

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    Academic Year

    9.6 Months ≈ 10 Months

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    Commencement of Academic Year

    January

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    End of Academic Year

    November

    Requirements

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