MPM2D – Grade 10 Principles of Mathematics, Academic
Course Description
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of relationships and extend their problem-solving and algebraic skills. Students explore quadratic relations, analytic geometry, trigonometry, and real-world applications of measurement and geometry.
The course emphasizes logical reasoning, algebraic manipulation, graphing, and mathematical communication. Students develop the skills necessary to analyze and model situations using mathematical concepts and tools.
This course prepares students for Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U) and other senior-level mathematics courses.
Prerequisite: MTH1W, Grade 9 De-streamed Mathematics
Course Content
| Unit | Course Content | Time Allocation |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Linear Systems |
23 |
|
2 |
Analytic Geometry |
16 |
|
3 |
Polynomials |
13 |
|
4 |
Quadratic Relations and Expressions |
17 |
|
5 |
Quadratic Equations |
17 |
|
6 |
Trigonometry |
22 |
|
7 |
Final Assignment – Final Exam (30% of final mark) |
2 |
|
|
Total Hours |
110 |
Assessment & Evaluation
Purpose
The primary purpose of assessment is to improve student learning. Assessment relates directly to the expectations for the course.
A variety of assessments for and as learning are conducted on a regular basis to allow ample opportunities for students to improve and ultimately demonstrate their full range of learning and in order for the teacher to gather information to provide feedback. Assessment tasks relate to the success criteria set out in lesson plans. Success criteria allow students to see what quality looks like.
Evaluation is the process of judging the quality of student work in relation to the achievement chart categories and criteria, and assigning a percentage grade to represent that quality. Evaluation is based on gathering evidence of student achievement through:
- Products
- Observations
- Conversations
Weighting of Categories
| Knowledge & Understanding | Thinking | Communication | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30% |
20% |
20% |
30% |
Grading
- The final grade is based on performance in 3 areas: products, observations, conversations.
- 70% of the grade is based on evaluations conducted throughout the course.
- 30% is based on a final evaluation.