Fundamentals of Probability, Statistics & Intro to

Computer Programming Mrs. Gilchrist

Email: agilchrist@mursd.org
Phone: (508) 529-2130 ext. 3140
Website: http://mrsgilchristlovesmath.weebly.com

Course Description: This half-year course is designed to expand the

student’s foundation in basic probability and statistics as well as to
introduce students to computer science/programming. It will cover the
fundamental terminology and ideas of probability, conditional probability,
combinations and permutations, graphical displays of data, measures of
central tendency, normal distributions and standard deviation. In their
computer-programming introduction, students will create simple computer
programs and interfaces, including basic animation programs. We will also be
covering MCAS Mathematics test basics (including main topic review,
formula sheet & practice test problems/strategies).

Text/Online Program:
Interactive Mathematics Program (IMP) Year 1- (online text supplements)
The Game of Pig Probability Unit & The Pit and the Pendulum Statistics Unit

**Login information will be given out on the first day of class and posted on
my website for future reference.

Khan Academy Online Tutorials/Challenges-

https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/cs

**Ear buds or head phones will be extremely beneficial as students will be

watching videos and working at their own pace for a portion of each class

Extra Help: I will be available for extra help after school & during breaks
(by appointment). JUST ASK!!!

Approximate Grading:
 Classwork: Class work will be a major portion of your grade! This class
will be very hands-on & group oriented. You will be expected to work the
whole time you are in class & will need to demonstrate your work at the
 end of each class. Class work will vary in points values between 10-25
points per assignments.
 Homework: Homework will be assigned after most classes and will be due
the next time our class meets. Homework will usually be given only if
class work is not completed during class. Weekly assignments may also be
given and may include MCAS review. Homework during Prob & Stats will
often be to collect data (i.e. flip a coin 50 times, roll a die…) It is
extremely important that data is not made up and that EVERYONE
completes the assignment so we have enough data to move forward. Each
checked homework will be worth up to 10 points.

 Quizzes: Quizzes may be individual or partner and could be announced or

unannounced. Point value of quizzes will be between approximately 25-50
points each for announced quizzes. Unannounced quizzes will be done
periodically and count between 5-15 points.

Absence: If you miss a class for any reason, (illness, field trip, band
practice, etc.) It is your responsibility to make up any missed class work and
homework. Your student handbook explains time allowances for such
absences.

Cheating: Any form of cheating will of course not be tolerated. If you are
caught cheating, you will receive a zero on the assignment, I will call home
and report the incident to administration and National Honor Society if
applicable. Please note that talking during a test or quiz will be
considered cheating (even if you have passed in your assignment). Also
note that whether or not you benefit from the cheating you will have the
same consequences. Please see me or your handbook for further
clarification.

IPADs: IPADS should be brought to class daily & be fully charged. We will
be accessing videos, assignments, our text as well as demonstration/graphing
applets. Students will be allowed to use IPAD APPs to take notes (text or
voice), photos of important facts or problems done on the whiteboard.

Inappropriate IPAD use: No taking pictures or videos of anyone (including

me) without prior permission. No taking control of the Apple TV without
permission (this will be considered a class disruption and dealt with
accordingly). No texting, tweeting, snap chatting, face timing etc. during
class & of course the school acceptable use policy must be followed. You
need to stay on task while you are in class-if something comes up and you
need to look something up JUST ASK!

Cell Phones: Cell phones will not be allowed in class at any time! If I see or
hear a cell phone it will be taken from you and turned in to the office (per
the student handbook). If it is out I will assume you are using it (texting,
checking messages, taking pictures, etc.).

I have read the above. _________________________

(Please PRINT students name here)

____________________ ______________________
(Student’s signature) (Parent/guardian’s signature)

________________________________ _______________________
Daytime phone of parent/guardian Parent / Guardian Email

Notes from home (questions/concerns)-as always feel free to email me

directly at agilchrist@mursd.org :

Mark Your Calendars

Math MCAS : May 19th-May 20th 2020