Let's Do This Pre-Algebra Style: Solve Two-Step Equations and Inequalities
This 9-week course will build on the concept of solving equations, setting up word problems, and graphing inequalities- using TWO STEPS to solve problems. We will build a solid foundation of concepts used throughout the math career!
Lisa M Holland, Certified Math Teacher, MA, BS
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(254)
What's included
9 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Homework will be to complete the activities of each lesson prior to beginning the next lesson.Assessment
Students will have the option of submitting work to the classroom for feedback. For certain lessons, a decoder puzzle will be attached, and students will know that they are on the right track by correctly solving the puzzle.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
I will provide students with the notes, examples, activities and directions needed to seamlessly follow through each lesson. Students will be encouraged to take notes as they move through the lessons as this will help them understand the examples and complete the puzzles, and I will respond to any questions that may be posted via Outschool messages. There will be 9 lessons total, with each lesson being posted on Sundays by 12 noon (Eastern Standard Time) for families that opt for weekly lessons. The goal will be for students to try and complete the entire lesson prior to the release of the next lesson. By the conclusion of this course, students should have a stronger foundation of Pre-Algebra skills that will be used in higher level mathematics.
Learning Goals
In this course, students will:
-use mental math to solve puzzles
-use inverse operations to solve equations and inequalities
-add, subtract, multiply and divide with negative integers
-graph solutions to inequalities
Syllabus
9 Lessons
over 9 WeeksLesson 1:
Solving Two-Step Equations (positive integers only)
Students will use inverse operations to solve two-step equations. Lesson 2:
Solving Two-Step Equations (word problems)
Students will identify key terms in a problem in order to set up and solve the equation. Lesson 3:
Solving Two-Step Inequalities (graphing included)
Students will use inverse operations to solve the inequalities, then graph the solutions on a number line. Lesson 4:
Solving Equations by Combining Like Terms
Students will identify and combine like terms in order to find the solution to an equation. Other Details
Parental Guidance
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Supply List
It would be nice for students to have a three-ring binder in order to keep track of assignments and notes each week. I will provide a PDF via Outschool messages that will explain to students what needs to be for the week (objective, discussion question, notes and assessment). A calculator and graph paper would be nice items to have, however, when possible, I will suggest websites that may have the tools that a learner may need (example: online calculators).
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Joined April, 2020
4.9
254reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from University of Maryland, Baltimore County
I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics as well as a Master's Degree in Education with a concentration in STEM. I have created and collected a wide variety of resources to help students engage in a fun and comfortable way while building a strong foundation in mathematics. With 20 years of experience teaching in the classroom coupled with 5+ years of experience teaching online to students with varying abilities and needs, I feel extremely qualified to deliver this instruction to learners via Outschool. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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