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Introduction to Counting and Probability

In this class, we will enhance students' logical problem-solving and techniques for counting and probability using AMC 8 problems. #academic
Tampa Bay Test Prep
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What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 10
Did you know that top schools will now take the AMC? Start preparing to get high scores!

This is a tough and challenging class! 

If your student has never done VERY CHALLENGING math problems and you would like to get your students started with interesting math competition problems, we recommend starting with our lower level Competition Math classes or our Singapore Math classes.

Recommended for homeschoolers or as an after school supplement class.

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CLASS EXPERIENCE

This is a class that provides an opportunity for students to ask questions and gain clarity on the steps and strategies for the challenging problems in each test set. We will leave the easier questions for students to work out on their own.  Or we recommend that they can take the 5-6 Competition Math class that will cover the easier questions. 

Students work out problems during class with assistance from the teacher.  If a student needs assistance when the teacher is teaching, we recommend that students use chat so that other students can continue to attempt the problems.

After students have had a good length of time to work on the problems, then there will be a discussion as a group to help students to better understand different problem-solving processes to get the correct answer, as well as pitfalls to avoid.

We will cover AMC questions at a rate of roughly 6-8 questions per session. During these sessions, we will discuss strategies and techniques. We want students to be introduced to the AMC test.  If they feel prepared for the test, we suggest that students try and enter the competition. Early sign-ups are in October and can be set up through local schools.

This class is for students who have the knowledge base and exposure to the topics in the AMC AND have attempted problems like this before. In general, we will go at a medium pace, rather than a fast pace. So students will have time to think and attempt every problem, but they may not be able to solve every problem if they run out of time. We will focus on questions seen in the AMC 8.  

Extremely advanced students may want to study on their own, and attend classes from time to time for a refresher.

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PRE-REQUISITES AND PLACEMENT TEST

If you are only interested in this class, please take this test:
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To see which AMC class level is best for you, please take this test: https://uejxisqz.paperform.co


Advanced students who have completed the 9th-grade math curriculum may be ready to attempt AMC 10 problems.

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PREPARING FOR THE  AMC?

This is the 3rd of 7 classes that we run to help our students prepare for the AMC. 

Please refer to our full list of AMC classes that we recommend your student to take in  sequence:

1. Introduction to AMC 8 Competition Math: Advanced Middle School Problems
https://outschool.com/classes/intro-to-amc-8-competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-QAJRn3kg?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

2. 5-6 Competition Math: Advanced Middle School Problems From AMC 8
https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-from-amc-8-CV1OBeCB?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

3. Introduction to Counting and Probability
https://outschool.com/classes/introduction-to-counting-and-probability-hOVPH9IO?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

4. Introduction to Number Theory
https://outschool.com/classes/introduction-to-number-theory-zzrLxFfi?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

5. 7-8 Competition Math: Advanced Middle School Problems From AMC 8
https://outschool.com/classes/7-8-competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-from-amc-8-WhZt4ayL?signup=true&usid=U7hGBVVh

6. Advanced AMC 8 Competition Math
https://outschool.com/classes/advanced-amc-8-competition-math-jYSWeHLQ?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

7. AMC 10 Competition Math: High School and Beyond
https://outschool.com/classes/amc-10-competition-math-high-school-and-beyond-qyQoxpAk?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link


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COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE FOR LANGUAGE (CEFR) LEVEL

Advanced (C1)

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WHAT IS COVERED IN CLASS?

We will go over 6-8 problems found on AMC 10 tests per session following the topics listed below. 

Week of October 1: Counting is Arithmetic
Week of October 8: Basic Counting Techniques
Week of October 15: Correcting for Overcounting
Week of October 22: Committess and Combinations
Week of October 29: More with Combinations
Week of November 5: Some Harder Counting Problems
Week of November 12: Introduction to Probability
Week of November 22: Basic Probability Techniques

Please note that the class may extend by two weeks, depending on the pace of the students.

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CLASS SCHEDULE REQUESTS

To help us to schedule classes, please let us know when you are available for this class or future classes by sending us an message here on Outschool.

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RECOMMENDED CLASSES

1. Strengthen your math competition foundation with our lower level 7-8 Competition Math classes:
https://outschool.com/classes/7-8-competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-from-amc-8-WhZt4ayL?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

2. Introduction to Number Theory:
https://outschool.com/classes/9-10-competition-math-advanced-middle-school-problems-from-amc-10-zzrLxFfi?usid=U7hGBVVh&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Want to know what other classes we offer? Please have a look at our course catalog:
https://bit.ly/3u5aKoJ

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Other Details

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We design and provide all materials to enhance teaching instruction. 

Students will get a worksheet to print out before each class.  Occasionally there will be an optional activity that students can do before class. Then, we start each class with an investigation that gets them thinking about the application of math in real life. 

We also recommend the Introduction to Counting and Probability book from Art of Problem Solving.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Ingrid Moats
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Traci Lowy
Iowa Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Tallman
Doctoral Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of British Columbia
Dr. Ping
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from UC Berkeley
Ingrid Moats
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Carson Newman College
Daniel McKemy
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Tampa
Allison Jones
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University
Raymond Moats
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from University of Chicago
Derek Tsang
Hi! I'm so glad you are interested in our math classes for elementary through high school students.

We offer 2 different types of math classes that help students engage and learn math at a deeper and advanced level: Singapore Math Classes and Competition Math classes. 

Foster your student's love for math through our Singapore Math classes using our Hello Math! Curriculum. Our signature Singapore Math approach helps students build a solid math foundation that will boost students' confidence. Our kind teachers help break down complex math topics in ways that help students to grow and succeed. 

Our Competition Math classes encourages critical thinking. Students learn different ways to problem-solve challenging questions and share solutions with their classmates. Our patient teachers guide students if they get stuck. It's a class best taken in conjunction with our Singapore Math classes.

My name is Ingrid, and I am the owner of Tampa Bay Test Prep. I have a BA in mathematics from UC Berkeley, an M.Ed from Holy Names University, and am certified in Mathematics at the middle school and high school levels (California, Florida).  I have over 18 years of tutoring and teaching.  Our organization is special in that we build our own curriculum so every worksheet you see in our program is tailored to help your student develop long-term success!

My fellow teachers include Math,  Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics majors with a love of mathematics, as well as experienced teachers!  Together we want to give your student a strong foundation in mathematics and mathematical thinking.



We also offer one on one lessons where students can meet with teachers one on one to get extra help or personalized help, a student-focused plan, tailored assignments, and more. Occasionally we offer SAT/ACT Math Test Prep from our perfect scorer so please message us if you are interested.


Our amazing instructors include:

Teacher Daniel 
He teaches our Competition Classes for grades 1-4 and Singapore Math Method Classes.

Teacher Georgia
She specializes in Elementary Education and teaches our Singapore Math Method Classes for grades 1-4, and Competition Math for grades 1 and 2.

Dr. Ping
He has a Ph.D. in Engineering and has spent many years teaching high school math and tutoring privately.  He teaches our competition math and one on ones.

Teacher Traci
She is a credentialed teacher with a Master’s in Education. She specializes in upper elementary and middle school education and teaches our Singapore Math Method Classes, and Competition Math for grades 5-6.

Teacher Allison
She double majored in Mathematics and Physics and teaches math competition level classes for grades 5 through 8, as well as one on ones for Singapore Math Methods and Competition Math.

Teacher Raymond
He majored in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue. He obtained a perfect score on his ACT test.  He teaches ACT science and ACT and SAT mathematics to students who score above a 30 on the ACT or a 700 on SAT Math and how to boost their scores.

Teacher Derek
He has a BA in math from the University of Chicago and seven years of experience tutoring math. He teaches Competition Math for grades 5-6.

Teacher Kaya
Kaya Chua is a proud Stanford alumna with a degree in mathematics.  She has a decade of experience tutoring math at all levels, including coaching students for the AMC and AIME competitions.

Anyways, that's a little about us.  We look forward to meeting you online!

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weekly
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Ages: 13-16
6-8 learners per class

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