Algebra Basics: Understanding and Solving Exponents and Roots
In this 3 session class, students will learn what exponents and roots are and how to solve them. #academic
Annie Duque
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5.0
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What's included
3 live meetings
1 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be provided optional homework between classes to further practice the skills they are learning in class. The homework should take approximately 15 to 25 minutes.Assessment
Students will be informally assessed through guided and practice problems.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
This multi-day course will meet three times over one week and will introduce students to exponents and roots. By the end of the week, students will be able to define exponents and roots as well as solve and simplify exponents and roots with variables. Students should have a basic grasp of multiplication tables as well as a familiarity with factoring to be prepared for this class. The student will be provided a guided notes worksheet that will be used during class to record definitions and examples. The worksheet can also be utilized for additional practice to do after the class is over. The following math concepts will be discussed: Day 1: Defining and Solving Exponents Day 2: Defining and Solving Roots Day 3: Simplifying Exponents and Roots with Variables No grades or formal assessments will be performed in this course.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to solve algebraic problems with exponents and/or roots.
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Defining and Solving Exponents
This lesson explains what exponents are and how we use them. Students will practice solving multiple exponents. 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Defining and Solving Roots
This lesson explains what roots are and how we use them. Students will practice solving multiple roots. 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Simplifying Exponents and Roots with Variables
This lesson explains how to simplify exponents and roots. Students will practice solving with and without variables. 35 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
The student will be provided a guided notes worksheet that will be used during class to record definitions and examples. The worksheet can also be utilized for additional practice problems after the class is over.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of South Florida
I have a B.S. in Secondary Mathematics Education from the University of South Florida. I have experience teaching Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Geometry in a public Middle School. I have 10+ years of experience as a math tutor for ages 11 to 18. Reviews
Live Group Course
$35
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
35 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-8 learners per class
