Mathematics Curriculum Guide
Number Sense and Number Systems
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| Explain logarithms from a historical
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Introduce idea of the evolution of the use of the use of logarithms. | Recognize differences between slide rule and calculator.
Manipulate Napier's Bones.
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Enrichment Activity. Bonus Extension is for research to be
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Carry out the activities as listed in project. | Functions, Statistics, Trigonometry - Scott Foreman,
pg. 260.
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| Compare algebra of real, rational, and
complex numbers with characteristics of a matrix algebra system.
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Use, "Venn-diagram," type chart to illustrate how number system expands from natural - complex. | Explain similarities and differences among sets of numbers | Create a series of problems showing why different kinds of
numbers were needed as solutions.
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| Determine, apply vectors and linear
algebra to higher dimensional situations.
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| Extend relationships between vectors
and complex numbers.
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Give several examples of graphs of complex numbers. Divide
class into groups. Give them a table sheet.
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Present provable theorem ideas developed from graphing.
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Each group will present their results in the form of a
college professor presenting to his students.
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Develop a theorem for graphs of complex roots. This will be developed into a discussion format. | Pre-Calculus Activities - Instructional Fair. p. 57. | |
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| Apply polar and parametric equations to
represent problem situations.
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| Develop, generate arguments about limit
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Discuss, "end behavior," of certain functions.
Discuss asymptotes. Give limit notation.
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