I’m going to be a high school freshman next year, and I am very interested in math. As of right now, I believe I would like to major in it.
Due to this interest, I am considering taking “Logical Reasoning and Problem Solving” next year, which is a College Prep or Academic Level Class. Though, I am worried that it will be too easy for me because it has no prerequisite, and I have already taken Algebra 1 H and Geometry H (which means I’ll be Algebra 2 H next year). Will colleges look down on the class? Should I take it, or replace it with a semester-long study hall?
If you need a course description, please do not hesitate to ask.
Thank you!
Yeah, we need a course description.
@awesomepolyglot
Logical Reasoning and Problem Solving
Grades 9-12; .5 Credits
This course introduces symbolic logic, including sentential and
predicate logic. Its purpose is to familiarize the student with certain
formal methods for representing and evaluating arguments and
inferences. The methods you will learn are highly abstract, formal
and symbolic. Problem solving strategies with an emphasis on
deductive reasoning will also be explored.
How many other classes will you have and at what level?
It sounds like a fabulous elective, and one that I would, in your place, take in a heartbeat because it will serve you well both in school and in life. That said, I wouldn’t want you to take it if it were to mean that you would have too many classes and that you would risk burnout. Given that the course is open to upperclassmen as well as freshmen, it should be challenging enough even though it’s not an honors class.
@LoveTheBard I have 5 honors classes (Algebra II, Bio, Spanish II, English, and Modern World History), orchestra, and some electives (including this). I thought the class looked pretty good, but I just wanted to hear another opinion. Thank you so much!
I only worry about the “some electives.” How many is “some?”
Five honors classes and 2 electives (orchestra and this) is doable, but plenty. Had you told me that you had five APs, a ton of extracurriculars, and standardized testing to prep for, my answer might be different, but you should be okay with what you’ve described).
For the record, the most challenging and, dare I say, life-changing class my D has taken in HS was a class that focused on logic and rhetoric.
(btw, I just saw your advice to a fellow overachiever and you were spot on with respect to his/her schedule. Just make sure your take you own advice!)
Enjoy!
@LoveTheBard Some = 2 (Accounting and Business). The amount of courses I take definitely would decrease when I am permitted to take AP classes. But, again, thank you!
