Course Syllabus

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This course is designed to instruct students in the skills of basic mathematics at the 8th grade level, and meets the requirements of the 8th Grade Common Core Math Standards. Each section of the course builds on previously covered material to lead to complete understanding of topics. These topics triangles and the Pythagorean Theorem, transformations, followed by congruence and similarity, and volume and surface area.  The final units will be devoted to scatter plots and data analysis.

A link to the electronic textbook is available in the course module.

Other: calculator, graph paper, notebook paper

The Midterm Exam is over Lessons 1-5.

Note: Before taking this exam, complete the study guide, located in the course modules. Also refer to Skill Group 10 in our Student Study Skills and Resources library.

This exam is proctored. Your proctor or teacher will enter the access code for you to begin your exam. When you begin, you will have 2 hours.

During the exam you are NOT allowed to navigate away from this exam page or use any other resources to assist you in the exam unless otherwise specified on this exam page.* 

Your exam is 40 multiple choice questions; Choose the one best answer.

Note: NO SCIENTIFIC OR GRAPHING CALCULATORS ARE ALLOWED ON THE EXAM. You may use a BASIC FUNCTION CALCULATOR ONLY (+, –, ÷, ×).  

There is also a Midterm Exam Activity worth 25 points that will allow you to demonstrate knowledge of material that is difficult to assess using multiple choice.

 

*As a reminder from your syllabus, not complying with the rules of the exam may result in an exam score of zero. Refer to Academic Integrity policy in your syllabus for more information.

 

The Final Exam is over Lessons 6-10.

Note: Before taking this exam, complete the study guide, located in the course modules. Also refer to Skill Group 10 in our Student Study Skills and Resources library.

This exam is proctored. Your proctor or teacher will enter the access code for you to begin your exam. When you begin, you will have 2 hours.

During the exam you are NOT allowed to navigate away from this exam page or use any other resources to assist you in the exam unless otherwise specified on this exam page.* 

Your exam is 40 multiple choice questions; Choose the one best answer.

Note: NO SCIENTIFIC OR GRAPHING CALCULATORS ARE ALLOWED ON THE EXAM. You may use a BASIC FUNCTION CALCULATOR ONLY (+, –, ÷, ×).  

There is also a Final Exam Activity worth 25 points that will allow you to demonstrate knowledge of material that is difficult to assess using multiple choice.

*As a reminder from your syllabus, not complying with the rules of the exam may result in an exam score of zero. Refer to Academic Integrity policy in your syllabus for more information.

You do not need any extra materials with you to complete the midterm or final exams.  You may wish to use a pencil and paper or a small dry erase board to work out solutions before selecting the best answer while taking the exam.

 

Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on assignments and exams.

The following grading scale applies only to students who meet this standard:

Grading Scale
Grade Percentage
A 90–100
B 80–89
C 70–79
D 60–69
F 0–59

After completing the course, unofficial transcripts will be available in the Tiger Portal. See this page for information on requesting official transcripts. 

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here: 

View the content below to learn more about each of these elements and how they work in your Mizzou Academy Canvas course.

 

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