Geometry

Course Description:

Using the text Geometry, by Harold R. Jacobs, this course will cover an introduction to logic and proofs using Euclidean Geometry. Topics covered include: deductive reasoning, points, lines, planes, rays, angles, congruent triangles, geometric inequalities, properties of parallel lines, quadrilaterals, isometries, area, similarity, right triangles and trigonometric ratios, properties of circles, regular polygons, geometric solids, and coordinate geometry. The emphasis is on proofs and logical thinking patterns, using postulates and theorems to arrive at conclusions. Some algebra review is included in the text. The current syllabus is posted on the assignments page..

Course Information:

This course is appropriate for 10th graders or advanced 9th graders and older who have successfully completed Algebra 1. All students planning on taking the class should submit the mandatory assessment test to the tutor. (Email the tutor to find out where to send it.) The class runs at an accelerated pace and students should expect to spend one to one and a half hours per day working math assignments. Homework is graded at home; chapter tests are graded by the tutor. Students who fare well in this one class a week environment are those who work diligently and independently. With the limited class time, one-on-one assistance is minimal in the classroom and those who work best having things explained one-on-one will need additional help from a parent, sibling, or tutor.

Texts:

(1) Geometry, by Harold R. Jacobs, Third Edition ISBN 0-7167-4361-2.

(2) Teacher’s Guide (contains homework answers): Teacher’s Guide to Geometry, by Harold R. Jacobs, Third Edition ISBN 0-7167-5607-2 (the publisher limits the Teacher’s Guide to a few retail sources; it is not out of print).

New texts and answer keys can be ordered through the tutor at a 35–40% discount.

Worksheets and tests will be provided by the tutor.

Tutor: Paul Verrillo

Prerequisite for Geometry

A mandatory pretest must be taken and graded by the tutor before enrolling in this class.  Please contact the tutor directly for mailing instructions.