Pre-Algebra Course | Full Curriculum, Semester 2 | Middle School Math
What's included
20 live meetings
16 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. There will be 2 homework assignments per week, typically 5-10 questions each. These are designed to be completed on days that we do not meet live to reinforce the material. The assignments are given via Google Forms and are graded automatically upon submission. I also provide VIDEO answer keys where I not only share the answers, but I walk learners through solving each homework problem. This takes the burden off caregivers if their learner is not understanding the material as the learners can reference the video answer key! Of course I am always available for additional assistance with homework- just reach out :)Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 8
Intermediate Level
***Want to start with SEMESTER 1️⃣ ? Check out the available times here: https://outschool.com/classes/pre-algebra-course-k2Ll13kT?usid=SEMXqWdN&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link ❓🤷Have questions about which class is right for your learner? Take this assessment ➡️ https://forms.gle/ieGWM3aPyZy5xWD97 Still have questions? Send me a message! I'm happy to help you find the right fit 😊 Lines, graphs, and slopes - oh my! This course focuses on all things linear relationships, including graphing, slope, and linear equations. It can be taken as a stand-alone course for new students, or as a perfect follow-up course for my Course 1 students. I take some of the most common areas students need reinforcement in with regards to linear relationships and package them into this course. One of my favorite aspects about this course is students will leave with a math notebook they can reference for the years to come - a worthwhile investment! This course acts as a strong reinforcement for students who already have a math curriculum or want a summer math review, or, if coupled with Pre-Algebra Course Semester 1 and the homework assigned, this course can act as one semester of a FULL curriculum for homeschooling math. My goals are to teach to the students' needs and encourage students while they learn these core concepts. I accomplish this through setting high expectations and making sure students feel seen and heard. Mistakes will be made, and that is okay! It is all part of the learning process. The method of teaching will be a mix of "I do, we do, you do" (which means I will be demonstrating the content first) and giving the students problems to try out on their own first. I often use questions to allow students to think critically without giving the answers away. I love student-to-student interaction and will be incorporating it as much as possible through online discussions. Students will be talking through their answers, which aids in the learning process! NOTE: Make-up days are available if the teacher is unable to attend class (this would be due only to an emergency/illness). Make-up days will be added as an extra week of classes at the end of the course. Times and days will be the same as the listed class times. *Due to the nature of this course and the coordinate plane, printing is required to be successful! Course Outline: Week 1 - Graph Basics We will be introducing ourselves and discussing classroom expectations. We will review/learn the basic parts of the coordinate plane. Students will familiarize themselves with plotting points, the quadrants, and identifying distance on a graph. Week 2 - Proportional Relationships Students will use word problems to graph points on a line. We will observe what connecting those points indicates and how linear relationships can be helpful in the real world. (k=y/x) Week 3 - Non-Proportional Relationships Building upon the previous weeks' skills, students will move into functions that have y-intercepts that do not equal zero. These will come from word problems. Students will see how they differ and are similar to proportional relationships. (y=mx+b) Week 4 - Slope (part 1 of 3) This week we introduce slope as a core concept of this course. We discuss the meaning of slope, its uses, and how to find it on a graph. We will use the "rise over run" method and discuss vertical and horizontal lines. Week 5 - Slope (part 2 of 3) For the second week of slope, students find slope from a table (also referred to as slope from two points). We will discuss how to find the unit rate (slope) using word problems that indirectly give two points on a line. Week 6 - Slope (part 3 of 3) The third week of slope concludes with finding slope from an equation. We practice finding the slope, x-intercept, and y-intercept of lines and point out common errors in the process of creating linear equations in slope-intercept form. Week 7 - Forms of Linear Equations (part 1 of 2) Students learn the "tools" of working with linear equations. They learn about slope-intercept form, standard form, and point-slope form. Students will have to decide which form is appropriate to use with the given information. Week 8 - Forms of Linear Equations (part 2 of 2) After learning the different forms of linear equations, students will spend time manipulating equations and gaining proficiency at using these forms. Week 9 - Parallel and Perpendicular Lines Using our previous knowledge from the course, students will discover interesting facts about the slopes of parallel and perpendicular lines. They will identify the slopes of each and determine a rule based on their findings. Week 10 - Distance on a Graph Students will use their skills to find the distance on a graph. This will include plotting points and using the Pythagorean Theorem to find the length of diagonal lines.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the fundamentals of Pre-Algebra.
Other Details
Supply List
-Scratch paper -Printable Guided Notes and Worksheets (will be sent 24hrs before course begins) -Pens/pencils for note-taking -Calculator (since we are focusing on the foundational elements in this course, calculator use will be at a minimum and it does not need to be a graphing calculator)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
The courses I offer center around core math topics in pre-algebra and algebra. I like to focus on the important building blocks students need to master in middle school and early high school in order to succeed in high school and beyond. Some of these topics cover proportionality, equations, inequalities, basic geometry, algebraic expressions, and arithmetic.
I am a certified teacher for grades 4-8 math and have over four years of professional experience teaching math to students ranging from grades 3 to 12. I taught seventh grade math while getting my credentials and taught my first year of seventh grade math at an amazing school. Though I left full-time teaching when I became a mother in 2019, I have continued to pursue my passion for teaching math part-time via various platforms.
My philosophy that drives my teaching is that every student is a unique person who is worthy of my time. I have the patience to work with students who are struggling in math and the ability to push students who are naturally inclined towards math. My goals when working with students are to teach and encourage.
When I'm not teaching/tutoring I can be found snuggling my babies, spending quality time with friends and family, and playing disc golf with my wonderful husband.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$36
weekly or $360 for 20 classes2x per week, 10 weeks
50 min
Completed by 59 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
4-10 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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