Course Description
232 L1 Geometry
Prerequisite: Final grade of B in Algebra 1 or C in Lv 1 Algebra 2 in grade 9
This course will focus on mathematical ways of knowing, basic geometric objects and ideas, parallelism and perpendicularity, congruence, similarity, transformations, right triangles, coordinate geometry, circles, area and volume, and concurrency. Exploratory software such as The Geometer's Sketchpad will be used to develop inductive and deductive reasoning skills.
Level 1 courses progress at a fast pace. Students are expected to have developed most of the skills and understood most of the concepts covered in prior courses, but the course will include some review of difficult topics that may not have been fully retained. Mathematical concepts are introduced using a balance of abstract and concrete approaches. New ideas are often developed through student investigation with moderate guidance from the teacher. Students will be expected to solve routine problems independently and solve open-ended and non-routine problems with teacher support. Students will be expected to use the textbook as a resource and occasionally to learn new material independently. Typical classes include some review of homework and previously covered content before new material is introduced. Students are expected to be self-motivated, taking responsibility for their own learning and seeking help when needed. The course is designed to meet the needs of a student who thrives in a guided learning environment.