1. LIFE AFTER ALGEBRA 2
You have OPTIONS

2. Do You know what the future holds
Algebra 3
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning (AQR)
College Math Prep (Fall*)
Dual-Credit College Algebra (Spring*)
Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning (Fall**)
Dual-Credit Statistics (Spring**)
Dual-Credit College Algebra (Fall***)
Finite Mathematics (Spring***)
Statistics in Business Decision-Making (Business)
Pre-AP Pre-Calculus AB (Dual-Credit)
Pre-AP Pre-Calculus BC (Dual-Credit)
AP Stats

3. Algebra 3

4. Algebra 3: Purpose
To review and elaborate on important topics covered in Algebra 1 and 2
To prepare students for the Texas State Initiative (TSI Exam) for college placement
This will allow students to place directly into a college level math course and not developmental math
To prepare students for military ASVAB exam
To give students a basic mathematical skill set that will allow them to successfully complete any trade school a student might want to attend.

5. Algebra 3: Advantages
Gives students who are not ready for Pre-Calculus a productive math option
Students cover concepts that will be tested on many placement exams. (SAT, ACT, ASVAB, TSI)
All topics will be retaught, just like this was the first time around. This is so we can correct deficiencies in your Algebraic skill set.
Students who take the work load seriously will be College Algebra ready.

6. Algebra 3: Disadvantages
This class is strictly review of already covered concepts in Algebra 1 and 2.
Nothing covered will be new
It is not given for college credit.

7. BOTTOM LINE
Algebra is a topic that many popular post-grad programs will expect you to know.
College: You will need to at least take and pass College Algebra
Trade Schools: Will expect you to be able to solve and manipulate basic equations
Military: ASVAB exam covers Algebra and this exam will determine the job you will qualify for.
If you struggle in Algebra
……THIS IS THE CLASS FOR YOU!!!!!

8. Advanced Quantitative Reasoning
What is AQR?

9. AQR
It builds on and extends what you have learned and covers other mathematics topics not typically taught in high school.
Working in groups/independently on projects and presentations.
 Prepares you to use a variety of mathematical tools and approaches to model a range of situations and solve problems in the real world.

10. Filling Your Classroom with Tennis Balls
We Study topics such as
Fermi Questions
Filling Your Classroom with Tennis Balls
Working in groups to figure ways to estimate how many tennis balls can fill a classroom using only a few tennis balls and materials in a classroom

11. Answering questions like
How Does the NFL's Quarterback Rating System Work?
Or the Slugging Averages?

12. Analyzing the probability in games

13. We research and analyze the real world!

14. Advanced Math Courses These courses are not for the FAKE students!
If you can feel the heat, don’t come into the kitchen!
If you are willing to work hard and prove yourself, WELCOME!

15. Summer Creek High School Math 1314 College Algebra

16. This is a college level course in algebra
This is a college level course in algebra. Topics include zeros and graphs or polynomial functions; rational functions; inverse functions; exponential functions; logarithmic functions; linear systems of equations in two and three variables; nonlinear systems of equations; second-degree inequalities and systems; linear programming; matrices; determinants; solution of linear systems by matrices and determinants; sequences; series; binomial theorem; mathematical induction; permutations; combinations; probability; and applications of these topics (3 college credits).

17. Learning Outcomes: •Demonstrate and apply knowledge of properties of
functions, including domain and range, operations,
compositions, inverses and piecewise defined functions.
•Recognize, graph and apply polynomial, rational, radical,
exponential, logarithmic and absolute value functions
and solve related equations.
•Apply graphing techniques.
•Evaluate all roots of higher degree polynomial and
rational functions.
•Recognize, solve and apply systems of linear equations
using matrices.
•Solve absolute value, polynomial and rational
inequalities.

18. Upon successful completion of this course, students will earn 3 credits that can be transferred to Lone Star College System.
Students will also earn a credit that applies towards their graduation.

19. Pre-Calculus
Are you ready for some Pre-Calculus?

20. Pre-calculus Goal Statement
Pre-calculus is the preparation for Calculus. The study of the topics, concepts, and procedures of pre-calculus deepens students’ understanding of algebra and extends their ability to apply algebra concepts and procedures at higher conceptual levels, as a tool, and in the study of other subjects. The theory and applications of trigonometry and functions are developed in depth. New mathematical
tools, such as vectors, matrices, and polar coordinates, are introduced, with an eye toward modeling and solving real-world problems

21. Foresight
Pre-calculus is in many ways the gateway to college success in mathematics for most students and it is the first truly rigorous curriculum that even the best of Algebra 2 students experience their first struggles in math. The knowledge and skills described in these standards will prepare students for postsecondary training, including apprenticeships and introductory college courses. One of the ultimate goals is for students to acquire transferable knowledge. To accomplish this, learning needs to result in a deep understanding of content and mastery level of skills. The whole year involves rigorous instructional units of study with the end and not the immediate in mind .

22. Prior Knowledge Expected
Quantitative Literacy and Logic (L)
Algebra and Functions (A)
Reasoning About Numbers
Systems and Quantitative Situations
Calculation, Algorithms, and Estimation
Measurement and Precision
Mathematical Reasoning, Logic, and Proof
Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities
Functions
Mathematical Modeling
Prior Knowledge Expected

23. Prior Knowledge Expected
Geometry and Trigonometry (G)
Statistics and Probability (S)
Figures and Their Properties
Relationships Between Figures
Transformations of Figures in the Plane
Univariate Data— Examining Distributions
Bivariate Data— Examining Relationships
Samples, Surveys, and Experiments
Probability Models and
Probability Calculation

24. Pre-calculus Standards Outline FUNCTIONS EXPONENTIAL AND LOGARITHMIC FUNCTIONS QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS POLYNOMIAL FUNCTIONS RATIONAL FUNCTIONS AND DIFFERENCE QUOTIENTS TRIGONOMETRIC FUNCTIONS VECTORS, MATRICES, AND SYSTEMS OF EQUATIONS SEQUENCES, SERIES, AND MATHEMATICAL INDUCTION POLAR COORDINATES, PARAMETERIZATIONS, AND CONIC SECTIONS

25. Ultimate Goal
The ultimate goal of a students taking pre-calculus is to take Calculus. Calculus is a powerful, useful, and versatile branch of mathematics. While the core ideas of calculus (derivatives and integrals) are not hard
to understand, calculus is a demanding subject because it requires a broad and thorough background of algebra and functions. Study of
the topics, concepts, and procedures of pre-calculus is very strongly recommended for all college-bound students. These topics, concepts, and procedures are prerequisites for many college programs in science, engineering, medicine, and business

32. College Degree programs that require or encourage statistics (in no particular order)
All fields in Economics
Actuarial sciences
Political science
Political economy
Applied mathematics fields
Psychology
Nursing
Speech and Hearing (Audiology)
Anthropology
Chemistry
Botany
Plant sciences
Environmental science
Animal science
Agronomy/Agriculture
Agricultural economics
Genetics
Biology
Forestry
Sociology
Child development
Child psychology
Cognitive studies
Journalism
Telecommunications
Public Administration
Public policy studies (Public Affairs)
Government
All business majors and minors need statistics (finance/economics/accounting)
Some areas in the field of Business Administration
Advertising
Social sciences in general (sometimes called Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences)
Geosciences
Environmental toxicology
Math Education/Teaching

34. Advanced Placement Statistics

36. AP STAT FAQ