Math Fundamentals Syllabus

2013-14
Instructor Information

Instructor: Amanda Kuhn

Room: H2- 307
Office: H2- 307
Voice Mail: 209-8515
E-Mail: akuhn@cfsd16.org
Course Website: mskuhnsclass.weebly.com

Overview

Math Fundamentals will focus on problem-solving skills for use of

mathematics in the real world. The curriculum is based on the belief
that developing the understandings of mathematics will provide the
students with the ability to think numerically, algebraically, spatially
and theoretically. All information obtained from these experiences will
encourage students to become better problem-solvers and consumers
in the context of the 21st century. Students will develop personal
finance skills which can support the development of independent daily
living.

Materials

3 ringed Binder (1 Inch)

1 Packet of lined paper
1 Packet of graphing paper
Dry Erase Markers
2 Boxes of Tissues

Some supplies are helpful and are only suggested

classroom donations (always welcome any time):
Hand sanitizer
Tape
Ream of paper for printer (white and any color)
Sticky notes of all sizes and colors
Markers

Grade Calculation and Assessment Explanation

This course is designed and differentiated around each students goals
and needs. Through out the year we will be focusing on the topics of

multiplication and division with real world applications, quantities,

ratios, proportions, percents, banking, money, fractions and geometry.
Each lesson will be designed to meet each students needs.
There will be daily bellwork, which will be a review of previous lessons
we have learned in class. Bellwork assignments will be graded to show
knowledge of previous lesson. Each week there will be weekly
assessments differentiated and determined by the students goals.
Grades will be assessed on the students knowledge and performance.
There will also be unit assessments at the end of each unit.
Each assignment will be graded based on a rubric scale of 0-4.

Course Outline:
Multiplication and Division- Real world Applications
Quantities, Ratios, Proportions and Percents
Banking and Money
Fractions
Geometry

Teacher/Student Responsibilities and Expectations

Through out this year I will be expecting for full participation, effort and
respect to everyone all year long.