Course Syllabus

6th Grade Math A

 Welcome

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 Course Description

This course covers the 6th Grade Common Core Math Standards. Students will be provided with a solid foundation in ratios and proportional relationships, the number system, expressions, and equations, converting between fractions, decimals, and percents, and be introduced to how to graph given data as outlined in the 6th Grade Common Core State Standards.

 Required Materials

No textbook is required for this course. It is recommended for students to have a dedicated math notebook (spiral or 3-ring binder with notebook paper), graph paper, pencils, and a scientific calculator. 

 Technical Requirements

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

• Computer Requirements
• Browser Requirements
• Proctoring Requirements
• Microphone (external or internal)
• Webcam

Additional requirements for the course are below: 

• audio and video recording capabilities (e.g. smartphone, camera)

 Accessibility

If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let   Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please   contact Mizzou Academy.

 Exams

Midterm Exam

The Midterm Exam is over Lessons 1-5 and 100 points. Your exam has two parts. The first part is multiple-choice.

The second part of the exam will be free-response, and you may wish to print and then upload the assignment. This part of the exam will be 8 problems and will be worth 25 points.

Final Exam

The Final Exam is over Lessons 6-10 and 100 points. Your exam has two parts. The first part is multiple-choice.

The second part of the exam will be free-response, and you may wish to print and then upload the assignment.  This part of the exam will be 13 problems and will be worth 25 points.

Note: Before taking the exams, complete the study guide located in the course modules. Also, refer to Skill Group 10 in our Learning Library.

The Midterm and Final exams are not proctored. You are expected to follow these guidelines:

• Do not use online material, course material, or other notes to take the exam.
• Do not navigate away from the exam page during the exam. 
• Complete the exam in one sitting

• You do not need any extra materials with you to complete the multiple-choice portions of the midterm or final exams. The free-response portion will require paper, a pencil, and potentially a straight edge or ruler.

 Grades

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:

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

 Canvas and Technical Support

Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.

• Access Canvas through the Tiger Portal   https://mizzouacademy.missouri.edu/
• For assistance with Canvas, passwords, or other technical issues, submit a ticket by selecting Help from the Global Navigation menu on the left in Canvas. Additional information is provided in the following Canvas Guide: How do I get help with Canvas as a student?
• For questions about enrollment, access to courses, exam proctoring, or billing, contact our Support Services Team at (855) 256-4975 or   mizzouacademy@missouri.edu.