Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common math- related questions.
What are the standards (or rules) for doing math homework?
Homework & Class Work Standards for TPS 7 & 8 Math: These standards are required to do well on your homework assignments and to get the most out of the course. If you ever have questions about these, be sure to ask! 1. Be Neat! �� Your writing must be clear, legible, in pencil or pen and with clean erasures or neat cross-outs. �� Your paper must be standard-sized, lined, 3-ring binder paper (also called loose-leaf paper), clean and not wrinkled or torn. You can also do homework in your notebook, but do not rip it out. �� Consequences: Not using standard loose-leaf paper or your notebook = a 50% grade for that assignment. 2. Be Complete! Show Your Work! �� Copy the problem, including any diagrams. �� Show your work. If you do the work mentally, ��write what you think��. If you must use a calculator, ��punch what you��ve already written, and do it twice to check��. �� If you can��t complete a problem, WRITE about it �K how far you got with it, what you know about it, what strategies you tried, etc. �� When we correct HW, show your corrections to the problems you got wrong. �� Consequences: Not showing your work = a 50% grade for that assignment. 3. Be Well-Organized! �� Start each day��s assignment at the top of the page. �� At the top of the first page, write your name, the date, the source for this assignment (section of the textbook, worksheet #, etc.), and the assignment itself (Ex. Problem #s). �� Write each problem # in the margin. Work the problem top- down on your paper. Leave space to the right of the problem for corrections or notes. �� Answers must always be shown at the end of your solution (work). Word problems (AKA Open Response) are ALWAYS answered in a complete sentence. Other problem answers can be indicated by drawing an oval or box around them, underlining them, or highlighting them. �� Consequences: will be assigned on a case-by-case basis.Back to Top
What are the policies for math homework?
Homework in math is extremely important for the student to practice and fully absorb concepts covered in the classroom. In order to fully understand, retain and master each new concept, it is essential for the student to perform a number of practice problems. On average, homework will be assigned three times per week. Although it would be very beneficial to do more math homework, it is hoped each student will realize that this is a reasonable balance of work that can be accomplished each week. = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Following is the homework policy for 7th and 8th grade math classes at TPS. 1. Each homework assignment is to be completed by the following school day unless instructed differently. This is most important in order for the student to derive maximum benefit from doing the homework. If the homework is delayed more than 1 or 2 days beyond when the concept is covered in class, this benefit is often lost. 2. If you are unable to finish your homework, you are asked to write an explanation on your homework sheet about different ways you approached the problem. This should include what strategies you tried and who you called for help. 3. Homework that is completed with good effort and handed in on time will receive a grade of 95%. Note: ��Good effort�� means showing on paper how you approached each problem and how you solved it or tried to solve it. The correct answer is just the final piece of solving any problem. More important than the correct answer is learning different methods of solving the problem and showing how you tried to solve it. 4. Homework will count 20-30% for 8th grade and 40-50% for the 7th grade students�� math grade for each term. The variance depends on the number of tests completed in the term. 5. Homework will be corrected in class the next day. 6. Homework can be handed in late if accompanied by a reasonable excuse (such as absence from school). The absent student is responsible for: �� Finding out what homework is to be done, �� Completing all missed homework within a reasonable period of returning, �� Grading their late homework using class grade sheets, and �� Consulting their teacher about any questions or problems on the missed concepts. 7. Consequences: Homework that is not handed in within 2 days (or within the corresponding # of days absent) will receive a grade of 0%. It is very important for the student to understand the importance of the HW affect on the term grade. Each assignment not completed can lower the student��s term grade by 1% or more (depends on grade level and # HW per term).Back to Top
What are the rules of conduct for math class?
How Mr. Brown asks you to behave in Math class: 1. Show Respect!! ... to everyone and to your school ... at all times! Show respect to your classmates, to yourself, to your schoolwork, to the teachers and staff, to your books, to your locker and to the school itself. 2. Be on time and be prepared for every class! That means have your homework completed and with you, have the materials you need for class with you, and be in your assigned seat on time. 3. Homework is due the next school day! 4. Questions on how to solve ANY math problem are GOOD! (There are no embarrassing questions. If you're not quite sure, ASK! If you didn't quite get it, ASK! When you ask a question, you often help others who are still hesitant to ask a question about the same thing.. 5. Class discussion will focus on how to solve problems, not on the right or wrong answer. Learning different ways to solve problems from others is a good thing. 6. Class discussions will be done respectfully. While one person speaks, the rest of us will listen, respectfully. 7. Neatness and organization are NOT an option; they are required in your class work, in your homework and in your math binder. 8. If you miss some math work for any reason, it is up to you to catch up. Find out what you missed, write it in your planner, finisg it and hand it in the next day.Back to Top
When are you available for extra help?
Coming in for extra help is a GREAT way to learn a concept that is troubling you. I try to reserve mornings at 7:30, Monday through Thursday, for students to come in for help. Often however, other meetings are also scheduled at these times. Therefore it is best to schedule your meeting in advance. At a minimum, you should check with me the day before to be sure I am available the next morning.Back to Top