# Khaemenes Global Algebra I & Integrated Mathematics I Teacher Handbook

## Course model
- 36 weeks
- Week 1 readiness diagnostic
- Units 01–06 through Week 18, followed by a 60-question midterm
- Units 07–12 through Week 35
- Week 36 integrated capstone and 100-question comprehensive final
- Foundation, Core, and Extended pathways selected by skill
- 80% mastery target with correction and retest opportunities

## Daily rhythm
1. Concept language and prerequisite reasoning
2. Worked examples and guided classwork
3. Application and modelling laboratory
4. Error analysis and mixed review
5. Mastery, portfolio evidence, and reflection

## Required mathematical habits
- define variables and units
- state domain and restrictions
- justify transformations
- use multiple representations
- verify results independently
- identify assumptions and limitations
- distinguish association from causation
- communicate a defensible conclusion

## Calculator policy
The root `tools/calculator` app is under development and is not required. Use only a validated calculator permitted by the intended assessment environment.