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Consumer Math: Practical Math Needed for Life! Semester 1 SP

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Daysha Conway, M.Ed
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In this engaging 12-lesson course, learners embark on a journey to master the essential math concepts used daily in real-world scenarios. It's not just theory; it's practical, real-life math that truly makes a difference!

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US Grade 8 - 11
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
12 lessons//12 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Savvy Shopping and Working with Percentages
Become a savvy shopper with skills in finding interest and calculating sales discounts.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Credit Cards and Interest
Understand credit card, car, and mortgage interest calculations.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Writing Checks and Deposit Slips
Master the art of writing checks and deposit slips.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Balancing a Bank Register
Balance a bank register with ease and comprehend its significance.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Review and Assessment
This lesson reviews the topics covered in lessons 1-4 and concludes with an online assessment.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Practical Fractions
Apply fractions in real-life scenarios, such as cooking and adjusting recipes.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Reading a Pay Stub and Understanding Deductions
Decode your paycheck, understanding taxes and deductions.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Balancing a Budget
Dive into balancing budgets using specific spending percentages created to reduce overspending.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Working with Measurements
Measure like a pro for home projects, mastering tape measure reading.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Tipping Etiqutte and Calculating Gratuity
Navigate tipping etiquette and calculate tips accurately.
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Reading and Analyzing Infographics, Charts, and Data
Learn to interpret charts, graphs, and infographics, analyzing data effectively.
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Review and Assessment
This lesson reviews the topics covered in lessons 6-11 and concludes with an online assessment.
Students will improve both their literacy and mathematical skills while applying those skills to real-life scenarios they will encounter in their adult lives.
I have been teaching consumer math and personal finance classes for 20 years.
Homework Offered
I will be uploading two online assessments for learners to complete as well as options for weekly enrichments to complete outside of class that I will grade and provide feedback for. These enrichment activities are optional. If you would like a formal grade or assessment at the conclusion of the course if the enrichments are completed, please let me know, and I will be happy to do that for you!
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
I will be uploading two online assessments for learners to complete as well as options for weekly enrichments that I will grade and provide feedback for. If you would like a formal grade or assessment at the conclusion of the course, please let me know, and I will be happy to do that for you!
Grades Offered
Students should have access to a calculator for this class.  Occasionally, I will be posting quick quizzes to do on Kahoot.  
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(460)
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My goal is to guide learners through the enriching world of writing, the practicality of important adulting life skills, and the everyday relevance of consumer math and personal finance. Setting learners up for... 
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$18

weekly or $215 for all content
12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content

Completed by 152 learners
Ages: 13-18

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