We will cover exponents, solving equations, scientific notation, ratio, order of operations, percent, and beginning algebra concepts. Homework will take about 45 minutes each day..
Required Books: Saxon Algebra 1/2 3rd Edition Home Study Kit**, Item #000628 at Rainbow Resource, 888-841-3456 or www.rainbowresource.com. Text isbn is 156577499X. **The Kit includes the textbook and the Homeschool Packet, which is the answer key book and the separate test forms book. You can buy the Homeschool Packet separately if you already have the text. In addition, you can also buy only the test forms book, but you can NOT buy the answer key separately. You can also find these books used.
Optional: Algebra 1/2 Solutions Manual, Item #008176 from Rainbow Resource. It has the step-by-step solution for every problem.
Class taught by Karen Stevenson. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration, and a Master’s of Business Administration from American University in Washington, DC. She worked as a financial analyst until the birth of their first child, and is now a Senior Tax Advisor with H&R Block. This is their 11th year of homeschooling their four children, ages 15, 13, 10 and 6.
Copy/Material fee for this class is a one time fee. This fee is nonrefundable after August, 1. $70 due in full by the 3rd week of class. Monday, September 17, 2007. Please contact me if payment in full by that date will be a concern. $5.00 per child/class, plus a one-time $10.00 copy fee. |
Math-U-See is a video and manipulative based math program. In pre-algebra students will cover topics ranging from negative numbers, ratio and proportion to adding and multiplying polynomials. You can find a complete scope and sequence at: www.mathusee.com. Because there are 30 lessons, students will be expected to complete a lesson each week, including the test.
Teacher will consider 6th graders upon successful completion of the placement test. Students should have a solid understanding of foundational math concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals. If you are uncertain whether your student is ready for pre-algebra you can download placement tests from the MUS web-site or see me.
Materials required: Pre-algebra student and teacher pack. Manipulatives with decimal and algebra inserts are helpful but not mandatory. We will be using these in class to introduce new concepts.
I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Family Social Services. I have been homeschooling my three girls for 11 years and I’ve used Math-U-See for 10 of those years. I have been a customer support representative for MUS for two years, tutoring parents and students at all levels of the elementary curriculum.
$5.00 per child/class, plus a copy fee TBA. |
