6th Grade Math: 2nd Semester Curriculum - 13 Weeks(2x/Week)
In this 15 week semester class, students will learn key math skills that include using fractions, decimals, ratios, percent, algebraic expressions, areas of polygons, and more.
Shanin Hamilton
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(35)
What's included
26 live meetings
19 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework will be assigned as needed on students' Google Slides. Homework should only take 15-30 minutes or less.Assessment
Letter grades can be provide if requested in advance. I provide grades based on class participation, quality of work, and engagement.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 6
This course is the 2nd semester(15 weeks) of an entire school year course (see syllabus below). Prior to this course students should be confident in adding, subtraction, multiplication, and division. They should also have worked with topics 1-5 below and/or taken a semester of 6th grade previously.
Class Structure - I provide each student with their own copy of a Google Slides presentation. This is where they will complete their work during class and homework. Students must have a google account that is not locked (ie: most school accounts) to use the slides. We will occasionally have brain breaks with games or videos, and sometimes even play Kahoots! Every class begins with a few minutes of socialization/getting to know each other. Then I teach a math skill, model the skill, and let the students practice the skill. Grades can be given based on participation, if requested by parents. I do not give grades based on work completed because I do not believe in allow students t get the wrong answer. We will continue working on every problem together until all students find the correct answer, even on quizzes.
Teaching Style - My teaching style is relaxed and fun. I want the students to be comfortable in my class. I believe that when a student is comfortable and having fun with the teach, they learn the best. I want to foster my students' confidence in their
math abilities.
Syllabus -
Below are the topics that we will cover through the entire school year. The 2nd semester should cover topics 7 thru 11, but topics will overlap and vary based on students' needs.
Semester 1:
Topic 1 - Order of Operations, Powers/Exponents, and Factors
Topic 2 - Fractions
Topic 3 - Decimals
Topic 4 - Algebraic Expressions
Topic 5 - Areas of Polygons
Topic 6 - Rates and Ratios
Semester 2:
Topic 7 - Integers and Coordinate Plane
Topic 8 - Equations and Inequalities
Topic 9 - Surface Area and Volume
Topic 10 - Statistics, Mean, Mode, and Median
Topic 11 - Data DisplaysLearning Goals
Students will learn and gain confidence in their abilities with 6th grade math skills.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class uses Kahoot! as an outside resource. It will be used as a class review and reward. Students do NOT need to register or sign up to use Kahoot! They will be given a code that is unique to our session for every game we play. If you have any questions or concerns, please, let me know.
This class uses Google Slides. Students do have to have access to an unblocked Google account. Students that use school owned Chromebooks may need to use an alternate device to use the Slides. If you have any questions or concerns, please, let me know and I can work with you.
Supply List
Calculator (can use a free online calculator by typing calculator in the search bar) paper and writing utensil Google account (free) Kahoot account (free)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
4.9
35reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from WGU
I have a Bachelor of Art in K-8 Interdisciplinary Studies. I have worked with students, ages 2 - 18, in multiple different settings including public schools, private daycares, Girl Scouts, and homeschooling my own children from primary school through high school graduation. I have worked as a Teachers' Aid in a 6-8th grade building in all core classes including 6-8th grade math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geography, Civics, Life Science, and ELA. As a Teacher's Aid, my job was to pull small groups of students and reteach the concepts that were taught by the teacher, but in a easier to understand way for the students that struggled with the concepts. I also worked closely with the teachers to develop class curriculum for both the whole class and for struggling learners. I have over 10 years of experience working with children with both special learning and behavioral needs in a public classroom setting. Reviews
Live Group Class
$520
for 26 classes2x per week, 13 weeks
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-13
2-4 learners per class
