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Consumer Math Practical Math Needed for Life! Full-Curriculum (Semester 2)

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Ages 13-18
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In this course, learners dive into mastering essential math concepts applied in real-world situations. From understanding insurance to budgeting, they'll tackle real-life math that's vital for everyday decision-making.
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 12 weeks
4-14 learners per class
45 min

What's included

12 live meetings
9 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. I will be giving out enrichment and practice problems learners can do independently each week to ensure I know the student is learning. If a learner is taking this class for a grade or credit, they will need to do the enrichments for assessment.
Letter Grade
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 on. 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!

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞? Consumer Math: Practical Math Needed For Life! Semester 2 is here to show them the real-world applications of math they will encounter in their adult lives. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙨. 𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙗𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚𝙩-𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙥, 𝙄 𝙖𝙢 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨!

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭:
Consumer Math Semester 2 is offered once a week over 12 weeks, with a twice-a-week option for a 6-week duration, as well as a self-paced learning format. If you have any questions about these options, feel free to reach out for more information!

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬:
🌍 Real-World Applications: This course brings math to life with practical scenarios, helping teens see the value in learning these vital skills.
🔢 Essential Skills: Teens will enhance their basic math skills, including practical applications in real-world situations.
📚 Literacy and Critical Thinking: We go beyond numbers to develop reading and analytical skills through engaging math problems.

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧:
*Each week includes an enrichment activity related to the lesson, with personalized 
feedback provided. A formal grade report is available upon request at the end of the course. 

𝑺𝒚𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒖𝒔 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒚 (𝒄𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒌 𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒚𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒃𝒖𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒂 𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒌'𝒔 𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒄𝒔):

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧:
💪 Confidence in managing real-life financial scenarios.
🧠 Enhanced Literacy and Critical Thinking Skills in practical contexts.
🌟 Independence and Preparedness for future financial responsibilities.

𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡:
Whether your teen starts with Semester 1 or jumps straight into Semester 2, these courses are designed to be independent yet complementary, offering a full spectrum of consumer math knowledge.  There is a third, shorter course that follows this one titled: Teen’s Guide to Personal Finance, which digs deeper into topics like apartment budgeting, applying and understanding loans, credit scores, and more!

💡𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐬!
This course is a journey into the heart of practical math, equipping teens with skills they will use every day in the real world. 𝙇𝙚𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙝!

Learning Goals

Students will improve both their literacy and mathematical skills while applying those skills to real-life scenarios they will encounter in their adult lives.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
12 Lessons
over 12 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Understanding Utility Bills
 Dive into the details of utility bills, learning how to read them, what charges are included, and how to manage and reduce costs. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Insurance Basics
 Uncover the fundamentals of insurance, including types, how it works, the importance of coverage, and understanding the costs involved. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Calculating Insurance Costs
 Get hands-on experience with calculating insurance premiums and understanding what factors influence these costs. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Buying a Car
 This lesson covers the A to Z of buying a car, from budgeting to negotiating prices and understanding loans. 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
Learners should come with paper, a writing utensil, and a calculator.  All other supplies will be provided in the classroom for each class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Jamestown College
I have been teaching teens for over 25 years and hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance in addition to degrees in English, Writing, Music, and a Master’s Degree in Education. My courses are designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world financial skills, addressing the lack of practical resources available to prepare teens for their financial futures.

Throughout my teaching career, I have developed courses focused on equipping learners with essential skills such as budgeting, understanding credit, managing debt, navigating taxes, and planning for major life milestones like renting an apartment or buying a car. My approach emphasizes real-life applications, ensuring that learners not only understand the concepts but also feel confident applying them in everyday situations!

I am passionate about empowering teens to make informed financial decisions and take charge of their futures. My teaching style is patient and encouraging, with a focus on simplifying complex topics into manageable, actionable steps. These courses are designed for all types of learners and abilities, offering a supportive environment where learners can gain practical knowledge and build confidence in their financial skills.

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