Geometry - Full Year Course
This Class focuses Geometry Skills, Deductive Reasoning and Logic as it applies to both Classroom and Real World Practical Applications (meets Common Core). Fall classes begin September 9, 2024. Students are welcome to enroll at any time!
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
This course provides in-depth instruction of Geometry topics to prepare students for higher level math to include Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus and beyond. The class is offered in the Outschool on-going format to offer more flexibility for parents. The on-going format allows students to enroll for sessions as needed without committing to a full year. Students may enroll to learn a specific topic, for additional support and practice with an existing class, or for the complete Geometry curriculum. Students enrolling in this class should have a strong understanding of basic mathematical operations and have completed an Algebra 1 level course. Throughout this course, students will focus on abstract concepts applied to geometry and geometry proofs. We will spend time each class discussing the reasoning behind different abstract geometry concepts and practicing the application of logic and deductive reasoning. Time will be allocated to understanding the “why” of geometry and geometry proofs in addition to simply “proving” them. Geometry is about changing the way students “think” about math. I’ve found that once students understand conceptually, geometry is not quite as perplexing and students are now able to identify what a specific problem is asking and solve for the correct answer. My teaching style combines lectures with examples and exercises completed both independently and with other students in the course. Word problems are integrated throughout the sessions to teach logic, reasoning, and critical thinking. Word problems also demonstrate a student’s ability to apply what they’ve learned to everyday, real life situations. The class meets for two 45-minute sessions each week through the fall and spring semesters. Week beginning: Sept 9 Introduction to Geometry and Geometry Proofs Sept 16 Points, Lines, Rays, Line Segments Sept 23 Planes and Sets Sept 30 Angles Oct 7 Types of Angles Oct 14. Parallel and Perpendicular Lines Oct 21. Supplementary and Complementary Angles Oct 28. Transversals Nov 4 Perimeter and Interior Angles Nov 11 Area Nov 18 Constructing and Identifying Triangles Nov 25 BREAK - NO CLASS Dec 2 Regular Polygons Dec 9 Geometry of a Circle, Sphere, and Ellipse Dec 16 Practical Application with Real Life Examples and Word Problems Dec 23. BREAK - NO CLASSES Jan 6 Introduction to Geometry Proofs - deductive and inductive reasoning Jan 13 Area of a Circle and Ellipse Jan 27 Volume of a Rectangular Solid and Cylinder Feb 3 Volume of a Pyramid, Cone, Prism, and Sphere Feb 10 Surface Area of a Solid Feb 17 Radicals Feb 24 Pythagorean Theorem Mar 3 More on Radicals Mar 10 BREAK - NO CLASS Mar 17 Special Triangles: 45 - 45 - 90 Mar 24 Special Triangles: 30 - 60 - 90 Mar 31 Axioms, Postulates, and Theorems Apr 7 Corresponding Parts of a Triangle Apr 14 Proving Triangles Congruent: SSS and SAS Apr 21 Proving Triangles Congruent: ASA and AAS Apr 28 Proving Right Triangles Congruent May 5 Proving Triangles Similar with AA May 12 Transformational Geometry BONUS MATERIAL (as time permits) Trigonometric Functions Reciprocal Trigonometric Functions
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Metropolitan State University of Denver
I have been teaching math for 24 years. My experience ranges from practical math to Algebra, Geometry and beyond. Teaching students with IEPs and special needs has helped me become a better instructor by learning to effectively teach students with different learning styles.
Math is like a foreign language when it is first introduced to students. As students progress into Pre-Algebra and beyond, the language of math becomes complex with words and symbols they have never seen before. My teaching style emphasizes concepts and proofs along with facts and formulas.
I believe learning concepts along with facts and formulas is the bridge to success. Students’ confidence increases significantly when they can apply a formula and actually understand what is being taught. My greatest reward comes when a student's eyes light up because they finally “get it”! Math is Fun!
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Live Group Class
$40
weekly ($20 per class)2x per week
45 min
Completed by 41 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
4-18 learners per class