District 11 Educational Support Services
Mathematics

Algebra 4, Semester 2

Overview

Algebra 4 aligns to the latest recommendations of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM standards), State Standards and Frameworks, District curriculum alignment guide, and ACT expectations. It follows the approach of making mathematics relevant by using math skills in a problem solving environment. Success in this course depends in a large part on success in Algebra 1, 2. Many applications will be offered. All of the concepts of Algebra 1, 2 will be reinforces through mathematics theory and application of mathematics in new situations. The concepts include open sentences in one, two, and three variables and factoring of polynomials, matrices, complex numbers, series and sequences, probability, statistics and conic sections. Graphing calculators are recommended for this course. (12/94, 12/06)

 
For Teachers
Semester 1
Semester 2
Prior Grade
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Enduring Understandings - important ideas that students should carry with them years beyond the instruction received this year.

  • Enduring Understanding 1
  • Enduring Understanding 2
  • Enduring Understanding 3
  • Enduring Understanding 4
  • Enduring Understanding 5

Essential Questions - most important “big picture” questions students should be able to answer after completing learning activities.

  1. Essential Question 1
  2. Essential Question 2
  3. Essential Question 3
  4. Essential Question 4
  5. Essential Question 5

Highest Frequency Standards

High Frequency Standards
Other Standards & E-skills

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Highest Frequency Standard
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Standard X: Standard
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Sample Units

District 11 Diamond Units/Lessons Overview - includes information about the purpose, goals and structure of these sample instructional units:

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