Professor Kitty's Algebra 1 Course | Second of 2 Semesters | Early Bird Special

This is an Algebra 1 high school math course. Specifically, this course covers the second semester of the complete Algebra 1 course.  Upon completion, learners will be ready to take high school advanced analytical geometry or Algebra 2.  As part of this course, I will will be giving each learner access to a Nearpod lesson where they can watch additional instruction lessons and do homework.  Between the 50 minutes of live instruction and the  many interactive lessons, your student will have plenty of instructional exposure.

In this second semester of the Algebra 1 course, learners will take what they know about the coordinate plain linear functions and expand that knowledge into exponents and polynomials. These foundational elements of quadratic graphs and equations will be vital for what's next their high school math education.  

We will meet for a total of 90 minutes each week in two sessions.

Week 1  and 2          :       Systems of Equations


Weeks 3 to 4           :      Functions and Transformations



Week 5
Exponents		:	Simplifying Radicals	(L6 1.1)

Week6
Exponents		:	Laws of Exponents	(L6 1.1-1.2)

Week 7
Exponents		:	Multiply Monomials Binomials along with special cases  (L6.2.1) through (L6.2.2)

Week 8
Factoring		:	Factoring using GCF & Trinomials		(L6 3.1-3.2)			
		
Week 9
Factoring		:	Factoring Trinomials - Special Cases	(L6 4.1)
Factoring		:	Difference of Squares	(L6 4.2)

Week 10
Functions		:	Introduction to Polynomials, 	(L7 1.1)	
Functions		:	Standard, Vertex, Factor Forms			(L7 1.2)
		
Week 11
Solve for Roots	:	Zero Product Rule				(L7 2.1)	
Solve for Roots	:	Completing the Square			(L7 2.2)	

Week 12
Functions		:	The Vertex Form			(L7 3.1)
Solve for Roots	:	Graphing Quadratic Equations		(L7 3.2)	

Week 13
Functions		:	The Quadratic Equation		(L7 4.1)
Solve for Roots	:	Word Problems with Quadratics		(L7 4.2)	

Weeks 14-15
Exponential Functions:  

Week 16
Semester Review






I will teach each concept thoroughly and take the time to address questions and make sure I assess each learner and whether they are tracking with the topics.  I will be available to help students who need additional support.  I will, on occasion, support a student who is struggling and has already tried slowing down the recording of the class and working towards a better understanding.  If all of efforts on mine and the student's parts hasn't brought the student to mastery, I will suggest supplementary classes to help the student grasp the content. I want to make sure no one gets left behind.

Grades (upon request by parents):
I will have a homework assignment for each class.  These will come in the form of quizzes done online using Nearpod. Nearpod provides the numerical grade for the parent as well as a detailed report.

What to expect during a lesson: 

I will then review all concepts learned and check in with the students on their learning. I will finish with an intro to the next lesson as well as the homework assignment for the week:

Some class policies:

A - Students who are not able to make class have access to the recordings.

B - I adjust each lesson according to the needs to the learners, so if most students need additional time on a topic I'll take that time. Making sure we accomplish coverage and mastery of all topics will require me to stay on schedule, so if additional time is needed, I will suggest students to sign up for my available supplemental Algebra classes and tutoring sessions.  I have a strong reputation of moving students successfully through the topics to mastery so I don't anticipate that supplementary classes are needed, but I want families to be aware that these are available and effective tools for their learners' success.

C - The group dynamics and interaction between leaners and the teacher are critical to a successful class.  If learners do not arrive in class according to Outschool's standard for a viable participation (10 minutes), I will leave the classroom, according to Outschool's policy.

D - On occasion, I might go over the set duration of the class in order to make sure the students are reaching mastery level on their concepts.  I understand that many families book their time under tight schedules, and I am not at all bothered if the student needs to leave the classroom right at the end of the assigned class window.  Simply ask your learner to leave a message in the chat so that I'm aware they are leaving.