Special Topics in High School Geometry (Part 1)
This 4 week course will expose the student to main topics in high school geometry.
Fernando Millan, Certified Educator. B.S.E.E.
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What's included
8 live meetings
6 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Concerning accommodations. (For students who have Math anxiety)
I set up the chat in the class for private. So students can answer questions in the chat and only I get to see the answers.I do not call on anyone to answer questions in front of the class, I simply write an exercise on the whiteboard and encourage all to answer via the chat, again in private and I give you private feedback. This lowers the anxiety level a ton. :)
Prerequisite: Students need to be fluent in : Positive and negative numbers.
Ideally have taken Geometry Essentials.(Not mandatory)
NOTE : Students must have a reasonable amount of academic maturity to enroll. Teacher reserves the right to adjust curriculum
as needed.
NOTE: If no one shows after 10 minutes, class is canceled. No makeups,
No refunds,No exceptions.
The way I teach this skill is very easy to learn and your child will be prepared for success in geometry.They will learn by actually doing example exercises during class. I will repeat with another exercise and will explain as many times as needed until the students are ready to do the exercises by themselves. Once started, I will check their answers for accuracy and follow up with any necessary explanations. I encourage all participants to try as many exercises as possible. I follow up the class with an upload of homework with the solutions.
The course breakdown is as follows:
Week 1
Class 1: Review of equations
Class 2: Simplifying square roots,Adding and subtracting square roots
Week 2
Class 3: Multiplying square roots,Dividing square roots
Class 4: Points in the coordinate plane. Parallel Lines and the Coordinate Plane
Week 3
Class 5: The Midpoint Formula,The Distance Formula
Class 6: Mid-segment of a triangle, Angle bisectors
Week 4
Class 7: Systems And Inscribed Angles. Special Triangles
Class 8: Angle Relationships with Secants, Tangents and Chords.Learning Goals
Developmental Goals:
The goal for this course is to provide in part the mathematical background necessary for college level mathematics courses. This course also seeks to promote the use and understanding of the language of geometry. Furthermore,this course seeks to enhance the student's ability to reason logically.
Other Details
Supply List
A graph notebook preferably and a ruler.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from University of Houston
Hello everyone! I am Mr. Millan!
A little about me:
I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Houston, where I found my passion for the vast field of mathematics. I worked as an engineer for HNU Systems, an environmental company based in Boston, where I not only excelled in my craft, but was asked to train personnel in industrial, academic and corporate settings.
However, something felt missing in my career. I began tutoring mathematics to people from all walks of life and found that I could combine my two passions: mathematics and my newfound love for teaching. As a result, I obtained an Educator Certificate from the Miami Dade County Public School System, and officially began tutoring full-time in 1995.
I realized this profession was my true calling in life when one of my very first clients, a prospective PhD student, told me I was a natural at teaching. This was the first of hundreds more praises of my teaching style and effectiveness.
Many people believe that they cannot learn math. However, I challenge that opinion every day. Everyone can learn the beautiful language that is mathematics. I have cultivated an eclectic but very effective form of teaching that has proven applicable to every one of my clients, from children to college students, and even teachers and professors. My students often tell me that I make math look and feel easy and doable, and they are able to grasp the concepts very quickly.
My 30+ years of teaching experience has been a rewarding experience. I have worked with all kinds of students, even those needing special accommodations. I have had the opportunity to connect with each one of my students and boost their confidence, not only in math, but in all academic endeavors. Mathematics becomes manageable, fun, and accessible to all my students!
With Outschool, I teach all levels of math to all ages within the platform. I teach:
Arithmetic
Pre-Algebra
Algebra I & II
College Algebra
Geometry
Analytic Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus & Trigonometry
Business Calculus
Calculus
High School & College Level Statistics
I cannot wait to kickstart this fun, learning experience with you as we navigate challenging math concepts and learn them with ease!Reviews
Live Group Course
$200
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
4-6 learners per class
