Informal Geometry is a
standards-based, Euclidean geometry course which meets the criteria for the
state’s geometry curriculum. The major difference between Informal
Geometry and Geometry AB is the amount of formal proofs that are
written in this curriculum. There are more hands-on activities and more
real-life geometry problems versus abstract problem solving.
The parent letter that came
home at the beginning of the year discusses expectations for the course. The
main concerns are homework and attendance. If these issues are
addressed, then most students are very successful in the course.
Homework is necessary and
credited for about 40% of your overall grade. Assignment sheets for each
chapter will be handed out, and the assignments will also be listed
online. Homework is essential to practice the concepts learned in the
classroom, and there is no way to get around the success of doing your
homework.
Attendance is crucial for a
solid background in academics. You can’t participate if you’re not
here. Tardies will be addressed according the school policies. A
phone call home will be made after 2 tardies to class, and detention will be
assigned after 4 tardies. There is no negotiation, when you are late for
class, you need to have an authorized excuse for the tardy.
Grading will be done by a 12
point system. A record will be kept by each student regarding the points
that the student has accumulated for the nine weeks. A student can check his
grade at any time by finding the points earned divided by the total points
possible.
Final Exams will be 1/9th
of the overall grade.