Connections and applications show the students how what they learn in this course is related to the real world and to other branches of mathematics. Work with the algebra of the coordinate plane is integrated into the course, as are constructions with compass and straight edge. To develop each student's ability to reason logically is a major goal, as well as developing the ability to communicate mathematics. Major topics include theory of parallel lines, congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similar figures, circles, right triangles, area, and volume. This course emphasizes practical applications of relationships about triangles, circles, and quadrilaterals.
Less attention is given to proofs and abstract concepts than in the regular geometry course.
There will be opportunities to maintain and strengthen algebra skills. Designed for students who passed algebra with a D. Those who took Pre-Algebra as a freshman and Algebra as a sophomore may choose either this course or Geometry for their junior year. Emphasis is placed on learning to think mathematically and upon developing mathematical maturity. Advanced Algebra can be taken concurrently with Geometry. This course is designed for those students who will need to take college courses in mathematics in the future but who are not adequately prepared for those courses.