The document provides an introduction to a geometry class, outlining expectations, prerequisites, topics to be covered, and ideas for extra credit. It states that some material will be challenging but also slow or boring at times. It emphasizes the importance of not underestimating challenging material and knowing key vocabulary. Prerequisites include being comfortable with fractions and solving basic linear equations. Expectations are to work hard, take responsibility for learning, ask questions, and help others. Extra credit is described as a way to further learning rather than just getting a passing grade. Suggested extra credit projects include creating a movie or PowerPoint explaining class topics.

1. Welcome to Geometry

2. Allow me to share a few thoughts on: Class Material Prerequisites Expectations Extra-Credit Wisdom (not necessarily my own)

3. I will be the first to admit, some of the material covered in this class is going to be challenging, but you may find some of it a little slow and boring. Material

4. I will be the first to admit, some of the material covered in this class is going to be challenging, but you may find some of it a little slow and boring. The best advise I can give is: Material

5. I will be the first to admit, some of the material covered in this class is going to be challenging, but you may find some of it a little slow and boring. The best advise I can give is: 1) Just because I admit that some of the material may be boring, DON’T UNDER-ESTIMATE IT. Material

6. I will be the first to admit, some of the material covered in this class is going to be challenging, but you may find some of it a little slow and boring. The best advise I can give is: 1) Just because I admit that some of the material may be boring, DON’T UNDER-ESTIMATE IT. 2) Know the VOCABULARY! More often than not, it is the vocabulary that will get you. Material

7. I will be the first to admit, some of the material covered in this class is going to be challenging, but you may find some of it a little slow and boring. The best advise I can give is: 1) Just because I admit that some of the material may be boring, DON’T UNDER-ESTIMATE IT. 2) Know the VOCABULARY! More often than not, it is the vocabulary that will get you. Major “problem terms”: Linear pair , between vs. middle . Material

8. We will discuss such things as: Points, Lines, Rays, and Planes Material

9. We will discuss such things as: Points, Lines, Rays, and Planes Material

10. We will discuss such things as: Parallel Lines Cut by a Transversal Material

11. We will discuss such things as: Parallel Lines Cut by a Transversal Material

12. We will discuss such things as: Triangle Congruence and Similarity Material

13. We will discuss such things as: Triangle Congruence and Similarity Material

14. We will Investigate the properties of Quadrilaterals Material

15. We will Investigate the properties of Quadrilaterals Material

16. We will study several other topics as well but, that’s enough to get us started for now. Material

17. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites I expect you to become very comfortable with manipulating, (add, subtract, multiply & divide) fractions!

18. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites I expect you to become very comfortable with manipulating, (add, subtract, multiply & divide) fractions! I will consistently assign and generate problems that involve fractions.

19. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites I expect you to become very comfortable with manipulating, (add, subtract, multiply & divide) fractions! I will consistently assign and generate problems that involve fractions. Try this one!

20. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites I expect you to become very comfortable with manipulating, (add, subtract, multiply & divide) fractions! I will consistently assign and generate problems that involve fractions. Try this one!

21. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites I expect you to become very comfortable with manipulating, (add, subtract, multiply & divide) fractions! I will consistently assign and generate problems that involve fractions. Try this one!

22. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites Solving basic linear equations and dealing with fractions is the main prerequisite. Otherwise, you should have good reading skills and study habits . Vocabulary will probably be your main obstacle.

23. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites (Some) Vocabulary I expect you to know, and use immediately: Perimeter – Area – Give an algebraic expression to represent the perimeter and area of the given rectangle: b (units) h (units)

24. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites (Some) Vocabulary I expect you to know, and use immediately: Perimeter – Area – distance around an object. number of square units contained by an object, surface. Give an algebraic expression to represent the perimeter and area of the given rectangle: Perimeter = 2 ( h + b) units Area = hb units 2 b (units) h (units)

25. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites Solving and graphing basic linear equations will be reviewed. However, if this seems to give you much trouble, you will want to get in for extra help and get it under control rapidly. This is an Algebra 1 task.

26. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites Solving and graphing basic linear equations will be reviewed. However, if this seems to give you much trouble, you will want to get in for extra help and get it under control rapidly. This is an Algebra 1 task.

27. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites Solving and graphing basic linear equations will be reviewed. However, if this seems to give you much trouble, you will want to get in for extra help and get it under control rapidly. This is an Algebra 1 task.

28. Prerequisites are the things you should know before entering a class (situation). Prerequisites Solving and graphing basic linear equations will be reviewed. However, if this seems to give you much trouble, you will want to get in for extra help and get it under control rapidly. This is an Algebra 1 task.

29. My expectations are very simple: Expectations

30. My expectations are very simple: Work Hard! Expectations

31. My expectations are very simple: Work Hard! Take responsibility for your self and your education. Expectations

32. My expectations are very simple: Work Hard! Take responsibility for your self and your education. Ask questions when you don’t understand, (during class, before or after school). Expectations

33. My expectations are very simple: Work Hard! Take responsibility for your self and your education. Ask questions when you don’t understand, (during class, before or after school). Help others when you can. Expectations

34. My expectations are very simple: Work Hard! Take responsibility for your self and your education. Ask questions when you don’t understand, (during class, before or after school). Help others when you can. Always act and respond with maturity and integrity . Expectations

35. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS , and Extra – Credit

36. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS , and Extra – Credit A different means of helping you learn a mathematical idea. Extra-Credit IS:

37. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS , and Extra – Credit A different means of helping you learn a mathematical idea. A different means for you to express a mathematical idea. Extra-Credit IS:

38. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS , and Extra – Credit A different means of helping you learn a mathematical idea. A different means for you to express a mathematical idea. A way for you to enhance an already passing grade. Extra-Credit IS:

39. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS , and Extra – Credit A different means of helping you learn a mathematical idea. A different means for you to express a mathematical idea. A way for you to enhance an already passing grade. A chance to better learn one of our technologies. Extra-Credit IS:

40. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS, and what extra-credit IS NOT . Extra – Credit

41. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS, and what extra-credit IS NOT . Extra – Credit A means of passing an exam or the class, without learning the material! Extra-Credit IS NOT:

42. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. So, let’s define what extra-credit IS, and what extra-credit IS NOT . Extra – Credit A means of passing an exam or the class, without learning the material! It will not be a “ brain-dead ” activity. It will require a lot of thought and effort. Extra-Credit IS NOT:

43. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. Ideas I have for Extra-Credit: Extra – Credit

44. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. Ideas I have for Extra-Credit: Make a Movie of a problem (or problems), that we’ve discussed in class. Finally, your project will be placed in your wiki page. Extra – Credit

45. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. Ideas I have for Extra-Credit: Make a Movie of a problem (or problems), that we’ve discussed in class. Finally, your project will be placed in your wiki page. Create a PowerPoint, explaining some topic that we’ve discussed. Your project can be uploaded to “SlideShare” and placed in your wiki page. Extra – Credit

46. Everyone asks about “Extra – Credit” at one time or another. Ideas I have for Extra-Credit: Make a Movie of a problem (or problems), that we’ve discussed in class. Finally, your project will be placed in your wiki page. Create a PowerPoint, explaining some topic that we’ve discussed. Your project can be uploaded to “SlideShare” and placed in your wiki page. As long as you understand my overall goal, (your math education), then I am open to other ideas. Extra – Credit

47. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded:

48. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded: “ What good is a newborn baby?”

49. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded: “ What good is a newborn baby?” Translation:

50. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded: “ What good is a newborn baby?” Translation: What good is mathematics?

51. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded: “ What good is a newborn baby?” Translation: What good is mathematics? In an immature state, none!

52. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded: “ What good is a newborn baby?” Translation: What good is mathematics? In an immature state, none! If nurtured and developed properly, there is no limitation.

53. Wisdom Ben Franklin was once asked what good a new invention was, he responded: “ What good is a newborn baby?” Translation: What good is mathematics? In an immature state, none! If nurtured and developed properly, there is no limitation. “ If a man empties his purse into his head, no one can take it away from him. An investment of knowledge always pays the best interest.” Benjamin Franklin