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Advanced AMC 8 Competition Math

In this class, we will enhance students' logical problem-solving and techniques using the last five AMC 8 problems. #academic
Tampa Bay Test Prep
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What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Advanced Level
WHAT IS COVERED IN CLASS?

There will be a topic lesson and practice on a few AMC 8 problems. This class will cover the last 5 questions of the AMC 8. 

Students can drop in or out during any session. We will not build on prior weeks.

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Recommended for homeschoolers or as an after-school supplement class.

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CLASS EXPERIENCE

Students will get instruction from the teacher as they work through new topics together.  If a student needs assistance when the teacher is teaching, we recommend that students use chat so that other students can continue to attempt the problems.
During these sessions, we will discuss strategies and techniques. We want students to be introduced to the AMC test topics and thoroughly understand them.  

This class is for students who do not have the knowledge base and exposure to the topics in the AMC. In general, we will go at a medium pace, rather than a fast pace. So students will have time to think and attempt every problem type, but they may not be able to solve every problem if they run out of time. 

Extremely advanced students may want to try the competition class that is faster pace Competition math 5-6.

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PRE-REQUISITES AND PLACEMENT TEST

Advanced students who have completed the 5th-grade math curriculum would be ready to attempt problems such as these. Students who have taken our Singapore math methods classes through level 6 will find a lot of these topics are a refresher.


If you are only interested in Advanced AMC 8, please take this test:
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To see which AMC class level is best for you, please take this test: https://uejxisqz.paperform.co

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PREPARING FOR THE  AMC?

This is the 6th of 7 classes that we run to help our students prepare for the AMC. 

Please refer to our full list of AMC classes that we recommend your student to take in  sequence:

1. Introduction to AMC 8 Competition Math: Advanced Middle School Problems
https://outschool.com/classes/intro-to-amc-8-competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-QAJRn3kg?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

2. 5-6 Competition Math: Advanced Middle School Problems From AMC 8
https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-from-amc-8-CV1OBeCB?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

3. Introduction to Counting and Probability
https://outschool.com/classes/introduction-to-counting-and-probability-hOVPH9IO?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

4. Introduction to Number Theory
https://outschool.com/classes/introduction-to-number-theory-zzrLxFfi?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

5. 7-8 Competition Math: Advanced Middle School Problems From AMC 8
https://outschool.com/classes/7-8-competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-from-amc-8-WhZt4ayL?signup=true&usid=U7hGBVVh

6. Advanced AMC 8 Competition Math
https://outschool.com/classes/advanced-amc-8-competition-math-jYSWeHLQ?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

7. AMC 10 Competition Math: High School and Beyond
https://outschool.com/classes/amc-10-competition-math-high-school-and-beyond-qyQoxpAk?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link


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COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE FOR LANGUAGE (CEFR) LEVEL

Advanced (C1)

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SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Here are some sample questions like those we cover in class. If your student can do 2 out of 3 of these questions, then the class is a good fit.  You can also take the pre-assessment as noted above.

1. Amanda added all of the integers from 1 to 9, but she accidentally left out a number. Her incorrect number turned out to be a multiple of 13. What number did Amanda leave out?

2. Andrew rolls two standard 6-sided dice. He noticed that the sum of the two numbers is a perfect cube. Which of the following integers cannot be the product of the two numbers?

3. Three-fifths of a bucket is filled with water. The bucket is emptied by pouring
an equal amount of water into each of 12 containers. What percent of the total
capacity of the bucket did each container receive?

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CLASS SCHEDULE REQUESTS

To help us to schedule classes, please let us know when you are available for this class or future classes by filling out this form:
https://ll3ml2mc.paperform.co/

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RECOMMENDED CLASSES

Strengthen your math competition foundation with our Singapore Math Methods classes:

Grade 5A - https://outschool.com/classes/high-performance-math-skills-singapore-math-methods-for-5th-grade-Wtcw65kR?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Grade 5B - https://outschool.com/classes/singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-for-grade-5b-MX3cRjQD?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Grade 6A - https://outschool.com/classes/singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-for-grade-5b-MX3cRjQD?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Want to know what other classes we offer? Please have a look at our course catalog:
https://bit.ly/3u5aKoJ

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AMC 8 DESCRIPTION FROM THE CREATORS

Description of the AMC 8 from the creators 
"The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The AMC 8 provides an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique problem-solving challenges in a low-stress and friendly environment.

The material covered on the AMC 8 includes topics [and more] from a typical middle school mathematics curriculum. Possible topics include but are not limited to: counting and probability, estimation, proportional reasoning, elementary geometry including the Pythagorean Theorem, spatial visualization, everyday applications, and reading and interpreting graphs and tables. In addition, some of the later questions may involve linear or quadratic functions and equations, coordinate geometry, and other topics traditionally covered in a beginning algebra course."

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DISCLAIMER

We are not in any way affiliated with MAA. This is a class that provides an opportunity for students to ask questions and gain clarity on the steps and strategies for the challenging problems in each test set. We will leave the easier questions for students to work out on their own.  Or we recommend that they can take the 3/4 class that will cover the easier questions.

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
Must get at least a score of 18 on the AMC 8
Supply List
We design and provide all materials to enhance teaching instruction. 

Students will get a worksheet to print out before each class.  Occasionally there will be an optional activity that students can do before class. Then, we start each class with an investigation that gets them thinking about the application of math in real life.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Ingrid Moats
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Traci Lowy
Iowa Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Tallman
Doctoral Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of British Columbia
Dr. Ping
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from UC Berkeley
Ingrid Moats
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Carson Newman College
Daniel McKemy
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Tampa
Allison Jones
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University
Raymond Moats
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from University of Chicago
Derek Tsang
Hi! I'm so glad you are interested in our math classes for elementary through high school students.

We offer 2 different types of math classes that help students engage and learn math at a deeper and advanced level: Singapore Math Classes and Competition Math classes. 

Foster your student's love for math through our Singapore Math classes using our Hello Math! Curriculum. Our signature Singapore Math approach helps students build a solid math foundation that will boost students' confidence. Our kind teachers help break down complex math topics in ways that help students to grow and succeed. 

Our Competition Math classes encourages critical thinking. Students learn different ways to problem-solve challenging questions and share solutions with their classmates. Our patient teachers guide students if they get stuck. It's a class best taken in conjunction with our Singapore Math classes.

My name is Ingrid, and I am the owner of Tampa Bay Test Prep. I have a BA in mathematics from UC Berkeley, an M.Ed from Holy Names University, and am certified in Mathematics at the middle school and high school levels (California, Florida).  I have over 18 years of tutoring and teaching.  Our organization is special in that we build our own curriculum so every worksheet you see in our program is tailored to help your student develop long-term success!

My fellow teachers include Math,  Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics majors with a love of mathematics, as well as experienced teachers!  Together we want to give your student a strong foundation in mathematics and mathematical thinking.



We also offer one on one lessons where students can meet with teachers one on one to get extra help or personalized help, a student-focused plan, tailored assignments, and more. Occasionally we offer SAT/ACT Math Test Prep from our perfect scorer so please message us if you are interested.


Our amazing instructors include:

Teacher Daniel 
He teaches our Competition Classes for grades 1-4 and Singapore Math Method Classes.

Teacher Georgia
She specializes in Elementary Education and teaches our Singapore Math Method Classes for grades 1-4, and Competition Math for grades 1 and 2.

Dr. Ping
He has a Ph.D. in Engineering and has spent many years teaching high school math and tutoring privately.  He teaches our competition math and one on ones.

Teacher Traci
She is a credentialed teacher with a Master’s in Education. She specializes in upper elementary and middle school education and teaches our Singapore Math Method Classes, and Competition Math for grades 5-6.

Teacher Allison
She double majored in Mathematics and Physics and teaches math competition level classes for grades 5 through 8, as well as one on ones for Singapore Math Methods and Competition Math.

Teacher Raymond
He majored in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue. He obtained a perfect score on his ACT test.  He teaches ACT science and ACT and SAT mathematics to students who score above a 30 on the ACT or a 700 on SAT Math and how to boost their scores.

Teacher Derek
He has a BA in math from the University of Chicago and seven years of experience tutoring math. He teaches Competition Math for grades 5-6.

Teacher Kaya
Kaya Chua is a proud Stanford alumna with a degree in mathematics.  She has a decade of experience tutoring math at all levels, including coaching students for the AMC and AIME competitions.

Anyways, that's a little about us.  We look forward to meeting you online!

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