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6 Grade Mathematics

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Teacher:
Miss Collins

Contact:
ask.miss.collins@gmail.com

Our Website:
gcmath.weebly.com/6th

Course Goal:
The main intent of mathematics instruction is for students to value and use mathematical thinking to investigate and understand the world.

Course Description:
By the end of grade six, students have mastered the four arithmetic operations with whole numbers, positive rational numbers, positive decimals, and positive and negative integers; they accurately compute and solve problems. They find prime factorizations, least common multiples, and greatest common factors. They create, evaluate, and simplify expressions, and solve equations involving two operations and a single variable. They solve problems involving an unknown angle in a triangle or quadrilateral, and use properties of complementary and supplementary angles. Students know about as the ratio between the circumference and the diameter of a circle and solve problems using the formulas for the circumference and area of a circle. Students analyze, draw conclusions, and make predictions based upon data and apply basic concepts of probability.

Intended Learning Outcomes:


I. II. III. IV. V. VI. Develop a positive learning attitude toward mathematics. Become effective problem solvers by selecting appropriate methods, employing a variety of strategies, and exploring alternative approaches to solve problems. Reason logically, using inductive and deductive strategies and justify conclusions. Communicate mathematical ideas and arguments coherently to peers, teachers, and others using the precise language and notation of mathematics. Connect mathematical ideas within mathematics, to other disciplines, and to everyday experiences. Represent mathematical ideas in a variety of ways.

6th Grade Math Course of Study:


I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. VIII. IX. X. Algebraic Expressions and Properties Numerical Expressions and Factors Fractions and Decimals Areas of Polygons Ratios and Rates Integers and the Coordinate Plane Equations and Inequalities Surface Area and Volume Statistical Measures Data Displays

Syllabus

Grade Categories & Weights:


Participation Homework Quizzes Tests Projects Journals Portfolio 10% 15% 15% 35% 10% 5% 10%

Materials:
Saxon Textbook Notebook Binder 2 folders* Portfolio Binder/Cover**

*One folder will be used to carry assignments back and forth from school; another will be used for quizzes and tests, which will remain in Miss Collins room for reference and can be accessed at any time **Any sort of binder or cover can be used for the portfolio as long as papers are secured and easily flipped through, i.e., folders without binding may NOT be used

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Grade Categories
A Closer Look

I. Participation (10%):
The participation grade is composed of three elements: Enter/Exit Pockets, In-Class Group Work and InClass Individual Work. See explanations of each below Enter/Exit Pockets: Each student has been assigned a pocket in the classroom that holds a card with new assignments for each day. To receive all participation points in this area, students must complete the Enter task written on the assignment card upon entering the classroom. If a student does not complete this task before the official start of class, he/she will lose 1 participation point. Similarly, the students must complete the Exit task before leaving the classroom to receive an additional participation point. If a student is unsure how to complete the task, he/she must ask for assistance or write I dont know o n the assignment card. If an assignment card is left blank, the student will lose his/her participation points for that area. (2points total) In-Class Group Work/In-Class Individual Work: To receive all participation points in these areas, students must demonstrate effort in class, remain on-task, avoid disrupting other students, and attempt to communicate their ideas effectively to their peers and to Miss Collins. (1point total)

II. Homework (15%):


Students should expect homework assignments almost every day. Homework is an opportunity for the students to try the material on their own and is also an opportunity for the teacher to assess what they know and are able to do. To receive full credit for homework assignments, students must (1) attempt every problem, (2) show all work, (3) follow the directions listed on the assignment, and (4) make corrections to the assignment in pen when we review it during class. Students will NOT be docked points for incorrect answers; therefore copying answers from others will only hurt the student. (4 points each)

III. Quizzes (15%):


Quizzes will be administered periodically throughout the school year. After the quizzes are graded, students will be asked to correct their errors as a take-home assignment. Students may regain up to half of the missed points by successfully completing their corrections. For example, if a student received a 70% on the quiz and a 100% on the corrections, he/she regained 15% of the missed points, so the final quiz grade would be 85%.

IV. Tests (35%):


The course is divided into 10 Core Concept Areas (see Course of Study on Syllabus). Each core concept area will be tested individually.

V. Projects (10%):
Projects will often be started in-class and completed outside of class. Some will be completed individually and some will be group-based. Specific directions for each project will be provided when assigned.

VI. Journals (5%):


Journal entries will be assigned once a week. Students will be asked to verbally describe mathematical processes and thinking using relevant mathematical vocabulary. Some computations may be included. Specific directions for each journal assignment will be provided. Assignments do NOT need to be written in a separate notebook.

VII. Portfolio (10%):


A portfolio is a collection of student work that demonstrates student growth, reflection and development of mathematical problem solving skills. Students will create and choose a variety of entries to place in their portfolio throughout the year. Each Core Concept Area (Listed in the Course of Study in Syllabus) will be

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represented in the portfolio so that it may be used as a reference in the coming years. Students will be given more specific instructions on how to complete their portfolio before the completion of the first Core Concept Area.

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