District Curriculum Overview

Subject: Mathematics Course: 324 Algebra 2 Honors – Real and Complex Variables Grade Level: 9 – 12

Concepts	Topics/Units	Content/Skills	Essential Activities/Agreements
Describing sequences using recursive and explicit formulas Connecting sequences to graphs	Sequences	· Recursive/explicit formulas · Arithmetic and geometric sequences
Using linear and piecewise functions to model real world situations	Functions	· Euler notation · Linear and piecewise notation · Composition & Inverses	Writing project Graded assignment
Applying the concepts of quadratic functions to practical situations	Quadratic Functions	· Vertex, standard, factored forms · Graphs of quadratics equations	Writing assignment Graded assignment
Understanding general behavior of higher-order polynomial graphs and equations	Polynomial Functions I	· Polynomial graphs, roots, equations	Writing assignment
Applying the concepts of polynomial functions to practical situations	Polynomial Functions II	· Roots: synthetic division · Rational root theorem · Method of finite differences	Applications Polynomial Jeopardy
Finding complex roots of polynomials	Complex Numbers	· Operations w/ complex numbers · Graphing on the complex plane · Results for polynomials	Common Midterm Exam
Graphing rational functions and applying the concepts to practical situations	Rational Functions	· Domain and range · Asymptotes · “Holes” in the graph	Computer Lab Applications
Simplify expressions and solving equations involving exponents	Exponents	· Exponent rules · Solving equations	Test
Applying exponential functions to financial situations	Exponential Functions	· Graphs · Economic applications	Test
Applying logarithms solve growth and decay problems	Logarithms	· Laws of logarithms · Solving equations	Creative writing project Applications
Describing a particular transformation in both words and Euler notation	Transformations of Functions	· Types of transformations · Graphs · Symmetry	Graphic design project Common Final Exam