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FLEX Play Poker Card Game Like a Pro Basic Maths Behind Each Play 4W3

This flex class is designed to teach students the basic maths behind each play in casino card games, allowing them to learn and master the strategies and techniques needed to play like a pro.
Explosive Learning Jo Reynolds Life Skill Teachers
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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
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Homework
1 hour per week. Each week, students will watch a pre-recorded video and complete homework assignments designed to reinforce their understanding of the concepts and strategies covered in class.
Assessment
Learner progress will be assessed through ongoing feedback on homework assignments, group discussions, and individual check-ins with the teacher.

Class Experience

US Grade 10 - 12
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Part 1 of 4
This is the first 4 week section of a 4 part course.

In this class, the student will learn how to play casino card games like a pro by understanding the basic math behind each play. Our experienced teacher will guide them through each week's pre-recorded videos and homework assignments, providing ongoing feedback and individual check-ins to ensure they're making progress. The class will be divided into the following weeks and topics:

Week 1: Introduction to Probability and Expected Value
Week 2: Understanding the Rules of Blackjack
Week 3: Basic Blackjack Strategy
Week 4: Advanced Blackjack Strategy

Each week, students will watch a pre-recorded video and complete homework assignments designed to reinforce their understanding of the concepts and strategies covered in class. Homework will take approximately 1 hour per week and will include both individual and group projects. By the end of the class, students will have a solid understanding of the rules and strategies for popular card games like blackjack and poker, as well as the math and decision-making strategies needed to succeed.

After watching each video and completing the homework assignments, students will be provided with feedback and the specific next steps on how to improve or adapt. 

Time frame for the Week:
Mondays - The teacher will post the information needed for the week. Students can submit questions.
Tuesdays - Wednesday - The teacher can answer any questions pertaining to the topic of the week.  The students will need to complete any homework assignments and answer any questions in the discussion.
Thursday - Students need to have all tasks completed and uploaded in the classroom for teacher feedback and discussion. Students will discuss it among themselves.
Friday - The teacher will provide feedback to the class and individual students.
Saturday - Sunday - The teacher will be available to answer any questions that the students may have for the week or the next week.

Please note:
This course requires no prior experience.)

By the end of the class, students will have a strong foundation in the basic math behind each play in casino card games, an understanding of the rules and strategies for popular card games like blackjack and poker, and the ability to apply these concepts to other card games. They will also have developed decision-making skills and risk management strategies that can be applied to other aspects of their lives.

Enroll your learner today in this exciting and engaging course, and help them take their skills to the next level! With our flexible schedule, they can complete the course at their own pace and gain a valuable new skill set in the process. *For parents/families who feel their child would benefit from this course, but their budget does not allow for it, I do offer a number of discounts for families of lower income. Please message me with the course, dates and times you are interested in to learn more about the discounts I might be able to offer.

Learning Goals

Students will learn the basic math behind each play in casino card games, including probability, expected value, and decision-making strategies. They will also develop a solid understanding of the rules and strategies for popular card games such as blackjack and poker.
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Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Foundations of Probability and Expected Value
 Introduction to the foundational concepts of probability and how expected value influences gambling decisions. 
Lesson 2:
Decoding the Rules of Blackjack
 A comprehensive overview of blackjack rules and the structure of the game. 
Lesson 3:
Essentials of Basic Blackjack Strategy
 Learning the essential strategies for blackjack to optimize your play. 
Lesson 4:
Advanced Tactics in Blackjack
 Diving deeper into blackjack strategies to handle various gaming situations. 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
We will be learning odds and probability maths for this class for educational purposes only. There will be no betting or talking about the game in a gambling setting.
Supply List
A pack of cards and pen and paper for notes.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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None
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Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Jo Reynolds BSc Money Business Video Games YouTube
Our experienced teacher holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and has over 20 years of teaching experience in a wide range of topics. They also have a strong background in financial management and have founded three successful companies.

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