The Philosophy/Rationale of MathematicsIt is the purpose of Doniphan R-1 Mathematics Curriculum to strive to teach all students in a way that they realize the usefulness of mathematics and how they can apply it to their everyday lives. The objectives for the Doniphan R-1 math curriculum are for students to become problem solvers, communicators, and reasoners so they can value math and be confident in their mathematical capabilities. The mathematics curriculum moves students from manipulation objects to symbols and finally into ideas. Doniphan R-1 Believes math is a unique communications system that focuses on the following goals: allowing students to become accurate problem solvers, teaching students to communicate mathematically as a natural act, helping learn to reason mathematically, and encouraging students to value math and become confident of their own math ability. RequiredThe class of 2008 and 2009 must have two credits of math in order to graduate. Classes after 2009 must earn 3 credits in order to be eligible for a diploma. Offered CoursesApplied Mathematics, Algebra I, Algebra II,
Algebra III/Pre-Calculus, Trig/Geometry, Calculus, Personal Finance. |
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