Prealgebra Summer Camp: Get Ready for Algebra!
In this class, we will review the crucial skills from pre-algebra to get students ready to succeed in algebra. Classes will be interesting, interactive and fun!
Mrs. Riddle, P.E., M. Eng.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(9)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. I believe in practicing math skills to achieve mastery of a topic. Practice problems will be given in a game format (when possible) associated with each class topic and evaluated per week.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
In this class, we will review middle school math, preparing students for success in algebra. There will be a review of the daily topic, and then some example problems are worked together. I will ask questions to encourage interaction and build confidence. Since this class is a summer review, it will move quickly and there will be additional problems offered for extra practice. Practice is important for mastering the concept and for success. **Please make careful note of the days in each section, as they may not be consistent for both weeks. **If you would like to see a different time, please make a request and I will try to accommodate. Other options available are 1:1 review sessions or one time concept classes.
Learning Goals
Students will master pre-algebra and middle school concepts and be ready and confident for Algebra 1
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Integer Review and PEMDAS
Evaluating Expressions using Order of Operations and Distribution 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Expressions
Simplifying and Expanding Expressions 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Greatest Common Factor
GCF and Factoring 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Graphing Linear Equations
Coordinate Plane and Graphing Linear Equations 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
This is a review of Pre-Algebra; students are expected to have completed pre-algebra or middle school math.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2023
5.0
9reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Texas A&M University
I love teaching about math and physics. I have a degree in engineering, but I have always enjoyed math and tutoring. I tutored math and physics in college and I am getting back into it after working as a Professional Engineer and then raising kids for a bit.
I have a few mindsets I approach teaching and tutoring with. The first is that everyone starts somewhere. Students struggle in different areas, and even with different topics of math, while they may excel in others. I always encourage my students that they can learn hard subjects and that we can work together to make them make sense. I also like to get to know a students learning style and teach based on their individual style. I can teach concepts from different perspectives to help a student understand well. I like to ask leading questions and guide a student through problem solving until they are comfortable working problems independently.
Even though this is Outschool, I firmly believe the best path to mastery of math and physics is two-fold: understanding the physical or visual concept, as well as practice. Practice will mean working and solving problems.
Some of my hobbies are kayaking, fishing, reading and gardening. I have two daughters and two kitties.Reviews
Live Group Course
$90
weekly or $180 for 6 classes3x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
2-4 learners per class
