Course title

College Algebra Hon

Pre-requisite

Completion of Honors Geometry with a grade of a B or better, Qualify on Placement Rubric

Course description

This course is a faster-paced algebra class in which students analyze and interpret the behavior and nature of functions including polynomial; rational; exponential; logarithmic; power; absolute value; and piecewise-defined functions. Students will apply exponential and logarithmic functions; sequences; and series to solve real-life problems. Students will complete supplemental materials where they demonstrate higher-level mathematical reasoning in relation to linear and quadratic functions and systems as well as additional topics that include matrices; combinatorics; sequences and series; and conics. By the end of the course students will demonstrate mastery in using translations and reflections to graph equations. Emphasis will be on the application and communication of the mathematical concepts. Throughout this course; students will utilize a graphing calculator for many applications. This course aligns with the National Collegiate Honors Council’s expectations for university Honors course pedagogy. The course format will follow these objectives in the delivery of the content: 1. Discussion and writing are the hallmarks of Honors classes. Students will consistently use writing; both in class and out; as a means to express ideas and prepare for discussions. 2. The course is discussion-oriented rather than lecture. The instructor provides background to inform the discussion and guide the research; as students are given time in advance to read; research and prepare their responses in writing. 3. Students work to develop the ability to think about a broad range of ideas and come to understand how scholars and artists work by reading and responding to primary source material; by exploring issues and problems in depth rather than quickly and superficially; and by being carefully exposed to and guided through the methods of many disciplines. Students learn to see the broad implications of each issue; as well as learning to analyze and synthesize the material. 4. Students work to become more independent as critical thinkers; demonstrating the ability to use knowledge and logic when discussing an issue or an idea; while considering the consequences of their ideas; for themselves; for others; and for society. The classroom environment is open to many perspectives and points of view; where students are encouraged to take intellectual risks and feel safe doing so.

School Country

United States

School state

Arizona

School city

Phoenix

High school

Horizon Honors High

School Address

16233 S 48th Street

School zip code

85048

Requested competency code

Math

Date submitted

02/13/2013

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

• MTHA
• 4 years of Math

Approved date

04/29/2013

Online / Virtual

No