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Mathematics Choices

Mathematics Choices. Silver Creek High School. Silver Creek High School Math Instructors Sally Herreid Kay VanDanacker Lisa Pfeiffer Josh Wilkin Carmen Rubino Rowan Wing Matt Smedley. Introduction. What are the choices?

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Mathematics Choices

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  1. Mathematics Choices Silver Creek High School Silver Creek High School Math Instructors Sally Herreid Kay VanDanacker Lisa Pfeiffer Josh Wilkin Carmen Rubino Rowan Wing • Matt Smedley

  2. Introduction • What are the choices? • Differences and Similarities between the Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) and Sequential Courses.

  3. CMP Middle School If 8th Grade Proficiencies not met. Prep Math 1.0 elective credit IMP 1 Extended 1.5 credits Algebra 1 Extended 1.5 credits IMP 2 1.0 credit Geometry 1.0 credit Intermediate Algebra 1.0 credit IMP 3 1.0 credit Algebra 2 1.0 credit IMP 4 1.0 credit IMP Topics 0.5 credit Pre-calculus w/ Trig 1.0 credit Topics 0.5 credit AP Statistics 1.0 credit AP Calculus 1.5 credits

  4. Comparison of Programs • Presentation of Content • Ordering of Content

  5. Presentation of Content • Sequential – Chapters cover a single math concept, with different ways of approaching that concept. • IMP – Thematic units with central problems. Multiple math concepts are covered in each unit addressing the central problem.

  6. Year 1:Pit and Pendulum Unit How long will it take for a 30 foot pendulum to complete one oscillation? • Conducting experiments to collect data • Using mean and standard deviation to analyze data and make conclusions • Finding functions to fit data • Using functions to make predictions

  7. Year 4:High Dive Unit A diving platform is mounted on a Ferris wheel and a pool of water is mounted on a cart moving along the plane of the Ferris wheel. When should the diver be released from the platform in order to land in the pool?

  8. Linear and angular velocity • Modeling periodic motion using trigonometric functions • Projectile motion • Composition of functions • Developing trigonometric identities • Quadratic functions

  9. Ordering of Content • Sequential – Fairly linear. One concept is taught “completely” before moving on to the next. • IMP – Each concept is taught as needed and extended as appropriate as the class moves on to subsequent problems.

  10. Curriculum Content Comparison Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) and Algebra 1--Geometry--Algebra 2 (AGA)

  11. Curriculum Content Comparison Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) and Algebra 1--Geometry--Algebra 2 (AGA)

  12. Curriculum Content Comparison Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) and Algebra 1--Geometry--Algebra 2 (AGA)

  13. Curriculum Content Comparison Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) and Algebra 1--Geometry--Algebra 2 (AGA)

  14. Curriculum Content Comparison Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) and Algebra 1--Geometry--Algebra 2 (AGA)

  15. Expectations For All Courses • Communication: Students communicate understanding of concepts both verbally and in writing. • Collaboration: Students work in a group environment and present their work to classmates to enhance their learning. • Problem Solving: Problem solving and application of concepts is emphasized.

  16. Businesses are looking for people who can- • Describe, explain, and make sense of complex systems. • Work productively and communicate effectively with teams of diverse specialists • Adapt to rapidly evolving conceptual tools - and insightfully interpret results (Dr. Richard Lesh, Indiana University, 2006)

  17. Data • Standardized Tests • Amount of Math Taken • College Acceptance

  18. College Preparation • Both curriculums prepare motivated students for college entry. • All Colorado universities will require 4 years of mathematics for admission starting with the graduating class of 2010.

  19. Standards • The first two years of each program cover material outlined in the district and state standards for high school mathematics.

  20. Which course is right for my child?

  21. CMP Middle School If 8th Grade Proficiencies not met. Prep Math 1.0 elective credit IMP 1 Extended 1.5 credits Algebra 1 Extended 1.5 credits IMP 2 1.0 credit Geometry 1.0 credit Intermediate Algebra 1.0 credit IMP 3 1.0 credit Algebra 2 1.0 credit IMP 4 1.0 credit IMP Topics 0.5 credit Pre-calculus w/ Trig 1.0 credit Topics 0.5 credit AP Statistics 1.0 credit AP Calculus 1.5 credits

  22. Questions???? • www.mathimp.org • www.mathforum.org/parents.citizens.html

  23. Thank you for coming!

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