AP Calculus 593 2008-2009 Semester: 1-2
Course: UCONN ECE
Course Math 1120Q-1121Q 8 college
credits
All seniors must take a final exam in May after the AP
exam to accrue full credit
For 1121Q.
Note well: Each student must record that they are
enrolled in an ECE college course from UCONN on the Common Application form for
college admission.
Textbook: Stewart, James Single Variable Calculus 6th edition; Thomson-Brooks/Cole,
2008.
McMullin, Lin.Multiple Choice and Free Response Questions
in Preparation for the AP Calculus Exam.
Purpose:
This course provides an intuitive understanding of the
concepts of calculus, and experience with its applications and methodology.
Course content generally follows the AP syllabus for
Objectives: The student will engage in an exciting new educational theory called” Inquiry –based” learning whereby the teacher asks “Good Questions” in the classroom that will enhance and deepen a students’ conceptual knowledge of Calculus. “Good Questions” is an NIH funded research project spearheaded by Dr Maria Terrell at Cornell Universty.The student will also:
· Be able to work with functions represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally.
· Understand the meaning of the derivative in terms of rate of change and local linear approximation and should be able to use the derivative in a variety of problems
· Understand the meaning of the definite integral both as a limit of Riemann Sums and as the net accumulation of a rate of changes and should be able to use integrals to solve a variety of problems.
· Understand the relationship between the derivative and the definite integral as expressed in both parts of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
· Be able to communicate mathematics orally as well as in well-written sentences and should be able to clearly explain solutions to problems.
· Be able to model a written description of a physical situation with a function, a differential equation or an integral. This will be referred to as English-to –mathematics translations and vice versa.
· Be able to use technology, especially a graphing calculator, to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and verify conclusions.
· Be able to determine the reasonableness of solutions, including sign, size, relative accuracy, and units of measurement.
· Develop an appreciation of Calculus as a coherent body of knowledge and focus on a conceptual understanding.
Requirements:
· Textbook
· At least two expo markers must be brought to class daily for board work
· Pencils, red pens
· A graphing calculator TI 83 or TI 83 Plus
· A 3 inch 3 ring binder with a packet of numerical file folder dividers and 6
pocket folders for filing and extra loose leaf for quizzes and tests.
· Student Solutions Manual
· A positive attitude and willingness to work hard and think!
· Notebook material will be tested and graded accordingly. (Cross-reference under testing policies). Outline homework assignments are mandatory not optional and should be done in your 3-ring notebook binder. Please reference the example outline that will be discussed in the first week of school. All work must be dated and labeled properly for full credit.
Personal and School Policies:
Ø Every student will begin with an A+ class participation grade. If a student is late for class, she must sign a tardy slip Record Book before sitting at her desk. Each tardy will result in a 5 point deduction from the class participation grade.
Ø . Class co-operation, attentiveness, and willingness to answer questions and demonstrate problem-solving methods all contribute positively to the maintenance of the A+ class participation grade.
Ø Any student who is absent on the day an assignment or project is due must accept a full letter grade deduction for each subsequent day (including weekends) the assignment is late beginning the day after the student returns to school.
Ø Any student who misses class for any reason is fully responsible for completing all class work and homework that was assigned during her absence. Most importantly, she must obtain a copy of the class notes from one of her classmates. Any quizzes given in class on the day of her return must still be taken. (See page 12-13 in the Handbook)
Ø Missed tests must be completed as soon as possible. Make-up tests (which will be significantly more difficult) will adhere to the policies of the math department formulated at the beginning of the school year. (Page 13 Handbook) If a student delays scheduling for more than one cycle after her return to school, she will incur a full letter grade penalty for each day after one cycle until the test is taken. All students are personally responsible for arranging the time and dates of any make-up tests or work. If they fail to do so, the recorded grade of 0 will remain.
Ø Extra help is always after school at least till 2:40 unless faculty meetings and after school club meetings which I am responsible for are scheduled. Students will be asked to sign an Extra-Help Record Book.
Ø Extra Credit is never assigned individually. Occasionally, class Extra Credit assignments or “Grade Boosters” may be offered.
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Homework and class projects are
due at the beginning of class.
Ø Late assignments will incur a grade penalty.
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If a student anticipates an absence they must
submit their assignments to me personally (not my mailbox) prior to their
absence
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If a notebook
quiz is given in class, and you do not have your notebook or your calculator,
you will still be required to take the quiz. If your calculator is not with you
on the day of the test, you must still take the test. Always be prepared for
each class.
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Email
submissions (excluding illness and prior agreement) are not acceptable forms of
homework submission.
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All
students are expected to have their own expos and graphing calculator for every
class.
Note Well: In case of serious illness, encourage your
parents to email me so together we can set up a workable plan that will keep
you current with your course
work. Your parents and I can advocate on your behalf while you concentrate on
resting and getting well.
Evaluation:
Traditional comprehensive examinations, chapter
tests, Open Notebook Quizzes
(based on the student’s outlines for the chapters including the
examples), Stretch Tests, Group Effort Tests, projects, quizzes based on class work, homework and
reading assignments, individual and group “lab investigations”,
homework assignments, weekly problem sets and positive class participation will be used to assess the
student’s knowledge of the subject matter..
The formats of the tests are pre-determined by
the teacher only.
. NOTE WELL: All assigned projects
must be done in duplicate. Every student must retain one copy of any major
assignment passed in.
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Everyday, there will be oral quizzing on the
homework outlines and the problems from the previous class, which will
contribute to the class participation grade.
§ The tests and projects will count as (25%)
Combined class work (75%)
Which includes class
participation (15 %)
Class notes and RO quizzes
(15%)
Homework quizzes (15%)
Problem
sets (15%)
Projects
and calculus labs (15%)
Math 1120 Q: SHA quarter one grade (30%) plus SHA quarter
two grade (30%) plus SHA Midterm (40%) The SHA midterm will be the final exam
for course Math 1120Q.
Math 1121Q: SHA quarter two grades (30%) plus SHA quarter
three grade (30%) plus mandatory SHA final exam in May (40%)
Testing Policy: Students will be tested in class at
least twice each quarter. All projects will count at least one test grade and
maybe two depending on the length and depth of the assignment. Quizzes may
not be announced. Most quizzes will be on the class lecture and
class activities, the book outlines and the homework assignments. Problem
sets will be assigned either weekly or bi-weekly. There are NO make-ups for
poor test or quiz grades.
Long term homework assignments and take-home problem sets
may be (not necessarily) counted as one test grade.
All assignments (tests, quizzes and homework included) will be graded rigorously according to AP TESTING GUIDELINES, which is different than the way most students are used to being graded in mathematics. A handout sheet regarding testing guidelines will be given to you in September. You will be familiar with the phrase: “Your work must coincide with AP guidelines for full credit.”
Class Rules:
When the teacher is talking in the classroom, no one else is. When a student asks a question, which has an answer you may not be interested in, you may not, under any circumstance, use her questioning as a license for you to chat with your friends. At all times, good manners, respect for others and lady-like behavior must be maintained in the classroom. Anyone who chooses not to co-operate with these rules will be asked to leave and report to the administration in the office.
All SHA regulations according to the handbook will be strictly enforced at all times for the sake of preserving a positive classroom environment.
Homework:
Homework must be done for every class and after every class. Scientific research supports a nine hour window between classroom attendance and review of class notes for optimal learning.
Homework will come from two directions: the web site AND
in class where additional assignments will be given. Students are responsible for all assignments
from both sources .Please check your email every day. If I change the web site
at any time I will email you immediately.
Homework is due at the beginning of class.
If you are absent for any reason, arrange to copy the class
notes from a fellow student as soon as possible.
NOTE WELL: NEW CLASSROOM ORGANIZATION AND POLICY:
THE RULE OF THREE:
RO: The Class RO assignment for the topics covered either done before
or after a class (Component #1-RO-Date).
CN: Each dated class day will have a right hand cornered date and topic
title for the class discussion.
(#2 component Class Notes-DATE)
DP: THAT EVENING’S HOMEWORK: right hand dated and HW assignment
clearly marked (Component #3HW-DP-DATE)
The Class RO assignment for the topics covered either done before or
after a class (Component #3-RO-Date).
EVERY CLASS TOPIC WILL HAVE THREE GRADING COMPONENTS THAT ARE QUIZ
MATERIAL
Components will be numbered according to the order done. Most of the
time, you will be doing the RO first, then the class notes CN and then the DP.
The Format for each section covered in class would have the following
form:
RO-Date
CN-Date
DP-Date
NOTE WELL: EVERY CLASS DAY MUST HAVE THREE COMPONENTS all with the same Class Date which is the first date the topic is introduced.
v It is a simple given that under no circumstances should any homework assignment ever be offered for copying. Also, no one should ever ask another student for his or her math homework and/or assignments for the purpose of COPYING. It is evident that students who make a regular practice of this are making grave errors in judgment.
v All communal efforts should be referenced on the homework assignment papers. For example: “STUDY GROUP MEMBERS: all names should be listed.”
v Homework will come at you from two directions!!!!!
Homework will be routinely displayed on the web pages under the faculty web page site on the SHA website as well as given as extra assignments in the classroom. It is your responsibility to record it and complete it on the day it is assigned. Book notes (also referred to as outlines) must be taken from the assigned reading BEFORE any math problems are attempted.
Additional information:
Since students’ actions impact others in the SHA community, all students are expected to abide by the rules and regulations of SHA in this class at all times. Strict standards of behavior based on personal integrity, a personal sense of responsibility and responsiveness to the needs and rights of others will be enforced.
Technology clause:
Laptop use is restricted to pertinent classroom use only. This means that during class, a student will not be allowed to surf the web, or work with the laptop unless these activities pertain directly to what is being done in the classroom at the time. If this guideline is violated, the student forfeits all computer rights in my classroom until further notice.
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If you have any concerns about this class please come after school or
make an appointment to discuss your concerns after school. Class time is for
learning, teaching and discovering and not for airing personal grievances.
Ø At all times, whining is prohibited. Logical, sensible reasoning is always welcome.
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If you have any problems at any other time please
contact me at kgniadek@sha-excelsior.org
or leave a message on my voice mail at 288-2309 ext.435