Math

MTS High School Minneapolis, MN

MTS High School provides the necessary math skills needed in today’s complex world. Learn the fundamentals required in most career choices for today and your future knowledge. From introduction math to advanced math, the tools are here. To learn more about this program, call 612-728-8915.

Course Name: Pre-algebra

Course #: 1001
Length: Year
Credits /yr: 3.00

Pre-algebra is a course designed to review all types of basic mathematics, introduce new mathematical concepts and prepare the student for Algebra the following year. It will help students master their skills in the areas of fractions, decimals, percentages, and negative numbers. It will introduce students to new concepts such as probability and geometry and it will prepare them for algebra by introducing graphing, variables, and solving simple algebraic equations.

This course is recommended for anyone who has not yet taken algebra or anyone who is looking to review and reinforce their math skills.

Course Name: Algebra

Course #: 1002
Length: Year
Credits/yr: 3.00

Algebra introduces the student to the rudimentary concepts of algebra, including the basic algebraic properties, the laws of exponents, and the idea of balancing an equation. The student will learn about linear equations in depth and be introduced to polynomials, quadratic equations, and recursion. An emphasis is on practical problem-solving applications.

This course is recommended for all students, particularly those intending to pursue a college education. It suggested that you take Pre-algebra before taking Algebra.

Course Name: Advanced Maths

Course #: 1100
Length: Year
Credits /yr: 3.00

Advanced Maths offers an opportunity for students to take upper-level high school math classes online, in an independent study fashion. The student may study Geometry, Algebra 2, or Pre-calculus at his or her own pace. All curriculum materials are web-based, allowing the student to study anywhere there is internet access. A wide variety of internet resources are used, such as purplemath.com, themathpage.net, educational videos, and interactive web tools, to accommodate a variety of learning styles. Assignments are a combination of on-line, computer-graded assignments which give immediate feedback on how well the student is learning; and written, teacher-graded work.

Advanced Maths is recommended for students who plan to pursue a college education and who prefer to study independently. Good algebra skills are a prerequisite.

Other courses offered:

Integrated Math: Integrated Math is a course designed for MTS students in their junior year. This class based on an algebra II curiculum integrated with selected topics in geometry, probablility and statistics, and trigonometry.

• Algebra*
• Algebra 2*
• Math Standards*
• Geometry*

Along with the basic core curriculum, MTS High School offers classes in A+ certification, C++, HTML, and other technology-based classes.