Arts
and Humanities
Winter
Quarter 2009
GED CLASS SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR: CLASS:
GED Mathematics
Barbara
AW Wright
Office:
R 130W Time: TH 1:30-4:00
p.m.
Office Hours by appointment Classroom:
R109
Voice mail: 425-564-2066
MATERIALS:
Contemporary GED Math
There are a variety of books, handouts, and software
programs, depending upon individual goals.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
1. To review operations, story problems and general
knowledge of basic mathematics: whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents,
algebra, and geometry in the context of the ABE curriculum.
2. To evaluate, from studies and practice tests,
when to take the actual GED test.
3. To learn GED test-taking strategies for
multiple choice tests and writing essays.
4. To learn attitudes and behaviors for
successful GED test-taking.
FORMAT AND REQUIREMENTS:
1. Promptly attend and actively participate in
each class. Do not miss class except in
cases of extreme emergencies. If you
must miss class, please call 564-2066
and leave a message.
2. Share ideas during class and complete all
class work and homework activities.
3. Respect yourself and others when sharing
ideas.
4. Ask questions or request clarification about
topics, class activities and/or assignments.
5. Establish and reevaluate GED test readiness
throughout the quarter.
6. Study the five GED test areas both
individually and in cooperative groups and take a minimum of two tests each
quarter
BASIC SKILLS LAB:
Students
enrolled in the GED class may enroll in the Basic Skills Lab (Room R108).
EVALUATION:
1. Assessment will be given throughout the
quarter at individual levels.
2. An
S (satisfactory) or NC (no credit) evaluations will be
given at the end of the quarter based on attendance, class work, homework, and practice
tests.