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Welcome to AP CALCULUS 2 (BC). Howard Alcosser 2013 - 2014. Wednesday, May 7, 2014 I am a College Board Consultant for AP Calculus I am an AP Calculus Reader (I grade the AP Calculus exams) 31 years experience teaching AP Calculus. AP Calculus BC Exam. Our goals for students.
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Welcome to APCALCULUS 2 (BC) Howard Alcosser 2013 - 2014
Wednesday, May 7, 2014 I am a College Board Consultant for AP Calculus I am an AP Calculus Reader (I grade the AP Calculus exams) 31 years experience teaching AP Calculus AP Calculus BC Exam
Our goals for students • Have students develop skills in calculus and strengthen their skills in algebra and trigonometry • Have them become responsible
Our goals for students • Give students opportunities for mathematical challenges beyond the scope of the course • Prepare them for success in college or university • Motivate students to enjoy the class, appreciate the subject matter, and value life-long learning
How the grade is calculated • Homework-Trying, following rules, and correcting = 50% • Tests = 50% • Extra Credit - enhances grade • Grades updated daily and can be viewed on the PARENT PORTAL
Excitement • Best test • Collaborative groups • Seating • The movie • Surprises • BC Calculus Online
BC Calculus Online • A weekly e-mail outlining the week’s upcoming events • An e-mail the day before each test to give the students encouragement, some study hints and ideas for maximizing performance • All of the assignments, notices, worksheets, and requirements are posted online
AP Calculus 2 Online • Students and parents can send e-mail to me through the school website or at alcosser@yahoo.com • The web page address is alcosser.dbhsmath.org
Please feel free to contact me: alcosser@yahoo.com (909)594-1405 ext. 33652