ORGANIZATION
ALGEBRA 1½
Materials:
Folder for keeping papers together
Loose-leaf or typing paper--no fuzzy edges
Pencil--all work will be done in pencil unless you are specifically told otherwise
Pen--for correcting
Assignment Book--for assignments
Calculator-- A TI-34 II or is adequate, but others may be used. If you are buying a new one, you may want to consider a graphing calculator.
Groups:
Cooperative groups will be used often for various activities. Groups will be assigned by Mrs. Gomer.
Roles: These may vary with the size of the group. Roles will change from activity to activity, but in general:
1. Leader--gets the activity started and keeps the group on task.
2. Recorder--records data, writes the final report with the help of the group.
Each person should write down their own notes as needed.
3. Reporter--will report to the large group if necessary.
4. Materials Person--gets materials (manipulatives, calculators, etc.) as needed and puts them away at the end of class. He/She is responsible for things that must be kept until another class period.
Group rules:
1. Everyone participates and helps when asked.
2. Everyone is responsible for his/her own learning.
3. Do not ask the teacher for help until you have asked everyone in your group first.
Responsibilities:
1. Keep track of your books, papers and things. Keep your area neat.
2. Organize your time so that all assignments (daily, weekly, and long term) are done on time. Late work receives half credit.
3. Be a productive, constructive part of which ever group you are in.
4. Do the best you can at whatever you attempt.