Course Overview

This course will build on your existing knowledge of mathematics by developing skills and strategies that you can apply in many areas of your life.

Algebra is the foundation for geometry, higher-level algebra courses, trigonometry, and calculus. The concepts you learn in this course will be used in every math class you take. Continuing the progress you made in Algebra I, First Semester, this course explains the terms used in algebra, and provides the ways to simplify and work with exponents and exponential functions; solve and factor polynomials; graph and solve quadratic functions and equations, radical expressions and equations, and rational expressions and functions; and organize, interpret, classify, and analyze data, and find probabilities. Not only will you learn the skills needed for these concepts, but you will also develop the ability to apply these skills to real-world situations.

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Prerequisite

You should have completed one semester of Algebra I before taking this course. If you did not take Algebra I, First Semester, through the IU High School Program or you used different materials than what are required for this course, you may discover you are not familiar with some skills that are covered in this Second Semester course. If so, please contact the instructor for help in obtaining the necessary review material.

Required Materials

This course is designed to be self-contained, with no required textbook . You will need a scientific calculator, a ruler or straight edge, and a supply of coordinate plane graph paper. Access to a scanner for scanning assignments to be uploaded is also required.