Mathematics can be a difficult subject and requires more attention than I can truly give in our class in order to have all students gain mastery of it. Thus, I provide an opportunity for every student, every night, to direct their learning towards what is most relevant in our current discussions in class; this is another name for homework.
Homework is the foundation of this class. There will be homework virtually every night, a great deal of class time will be spent making sure the homework problems are clear, and, furthermore, my quiz and test questions will look remarkably similar to the homework that I assign. Thus, it stands to reason, that a student that makes time to do the homework properly will be successful in my class.
Why is this important ? Pre-Algebra, as well as being a bit different from the other high school math classes, is the building block that sets up certain schemas for success in future math classes and on the HSGQE. It provides an opportunity for increased overall academic accomplishment and improved self-esteem. Furthermore, we will explore mathematics' relevance in our world.
Please be aware that you will turn in your homework to me every class at the beginning of class. When the chapter test rolls around you will have a corrected packet of your homework assignments. This is in an attempt to create the most useful review packet which you may then use to prepare for the chapter tests. Remember: my test and quiz questions deeply resemble the homework problems.
It is important to note that if you do not understand a homework problem when you attempt it on your own you have a few options. First, our textbook is actually a very readable math textbook. Between the text and your notes, you may be able to find clues towards a solution. Secondly, you have a text called "Homework Helper" which provided worked solutions to problems similar to your homework problems. Third, you have student "Math-Buddies" that you can call. Also, you may try using the Lussac Libriary's On Line homework (a link to it is provided on my home page).
When studying for tests and quizzes you should first return to the problems you struggled with on the homework (one you may have even gotten wrong). Try covering them up and working out the solution on a clean sheet of paper; attempting to answer the problem on your own, using your classwork as a guide if necessary. In this manner, your study time is being used most efficiently; you will be spending the most time on the problems that you needed help with rather than the ones you were able to solve on your own. Furthermore, you will then have solved every homework problem on your own at some point in the process.
Homework points:
Homework will be graded as one or two points per problem. Most homework assignments will be between 5 and 15 points apiece. Homework counts towards 15% of your over grade.
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