The geometry course is designed for students who have successfully completed the standards for Algebra I. The course includes, among other things, properties of geometric figures, trigonometric relationships, and reasoning to justify conclusions. Methods of justification will include paragraph proofs, two-column proofs, indirect proofs, coordinate proofs, and verbal arguments. A gradual development of formal proof is encouraged. Inductive and intuitive approaches to proof as well as deductive axiomatic methods will be used. This set of standards includes emphasis on two- and three-dimensional reasoning skills, coordinate and transformational geometry, and the use of geometric models to solve problems. A variety of applications and some general problem-solving techniques including algebraic skills, will be used to implement these standards. |
