Supplies:
The textbook we use for this course is The Practice of Statistics, 2nd edition by Yates, Moore and Starnes. Textbooks should be brought with you to class on a daily basis, but should always be available at home in case of absence. This course and the AP Statistics test are extremely calculator based. It is STRONGLY recommended that you purchase a TI-83 or TI-84 calculator for use in this course. You will also want to have paper and PENCIL(S) with you in class each day. You may organize your notes, assignments, worksheets, etc. in any manner that works for you.
Tests and Quizzes
Students may not use electronic communication devices during a test or quiz. If the device is used, it will be considered cheating and the student will receive a 0 on the assessment. This includes ringing/vibrating regardless of whether or not the call/page/text was answered. Note to seniors: you will be exempt from the second semester exam if you have an overall semester average of B- or better and have 90% or more of your 2nd semester homework points.
Homework Policy:
There will be homework nearly every day (even on FridayJ). It is very important that you keep up. A score will be recorded at the beginning of the hour for your daily homework assignments. You will earn three points if every problem is attempted. You must show all work and include context in your answers in order to receive full credit! You will earn one point if at least half the assignment is completed properly. You may turn in late assignments for 2 points before the test. Late assignments must be turned in before 7:20 am on the day of the test!! Remember that 2 out of 3 points is a D+. It is recommended that you keep all your work organized in a folder and/or notebook.
Grading Policy:
Grades will be based primarily on assessments – quizzes and tests. There will be projects assigned throughout the year that will add to your total points each quarter. Homework will be counted for points but will not be a major portion of your semester grade. Percentages are rounded to the nearest whole percent.
93-100 A 83-86 B 73-76 C 63-66 D
90-92 A- 80-82 B- 70-72 C- 60-62 D-
87-89 B+ 77-79 C+ 67-69 D+ 0-59 E
Make-up Work:
All notes, warm-ups, homework, quizzes and tests must be made up promptly after an absence. It is the responsibility of the student to ask someone in class for this information (don't forget to refer to your assignment sheet). Remember that assignments are available on my web site at www.troycolts.org/staff/dloucks. If you are absent on the day of a quiz or test, you must make arrangements to take a makeup. A student who misses one or both review days must still take the test as scheduled. Students who have pre-arranged absences will not be given extra time to do make-up work. I highly recommend that you take vacations only during planned school breaks since it can be very difficult to stay caught up when you miss class. If you do choose to miss school for an extended time, please realize it is your responsibility to get the help you need! Tests and quizzes given the day before a school vacation must be taken before a student leaves.
A student who misses class for a school-related activity must complete the assignment for the next day. If a test or quiz is scheduled for that day, it must be taken the day before or the morning of the trip. He/she will not be given extra days.
General Expectations:
1. Respect others.
2. Come to class prepared. If you need to borrow something, do it before class.
3. Remain in your seat during lectures and class discussions.
4. Do not interrupt lectures or discussions for personal requests.
5. Use common sense.
6. There will be no foul language or inconsiderate comments allowed!
7. Any test or quiz written in pen will receive NO credit.
8. Cheating will result in a zero grade. Cheating on a homework assignment will result in a zero grade for that chapter’s homework score.
9. Use edline. This is the easiest way for me to communicate with all students.