Real World Applications of Algebra: When Will I Use This in Real Life?
In this weekly summer camp, learners will look at practical, real-world applications of Algebra concepts.
Jennifer Schmoyer
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(94)
What's included
6 live meetings
6 in-class hoursClass Experience
In this weekly class, learners will work with the real-world applications of Algebra. Often, students memorize the basic tenets of algebra but have great difficulty with word problems because of a lack of deeper understanding. Each week in this class we will explore actual life situations where Algebra concepts can be utilized. My classes will contain scaffolded modeling, guided practice, use of slides and perhaps a few video clips. Homework will be available for interested students but it will not be mandatory. If students complete homework, I will be happy to correct it and provide proper feedback. An understanding of basic Algebra 1 concepts would be beneficial but I will happily differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners. I plan to have a fun game or Algebra puzzle at the end of each week's class. The breakdown for the curriculum is: *"Money Matters" investments, compounded interest, sales tax, discounts and coupons, best price decisions *"People Everywhere" population situations and a look at the social sciences and Algebra *"Science Fun" using Algebra in Chemistry and Physics labs and equations *"Leisure Fun" sports and statistical data, mean,median, mode *"Lines Can Be Your Friends" linear equations regarding relationships of two variables (income over time, mileage rate, profits), graphing, system of equations "Traveling On" distance equations, temperature conversions
Other Details
Supply List
paper and pencil calculator
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
4.9
94reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi!
I have been teaching for over 25 years in a wonderful school in Pennsylvania. I am passionate about engaging learners in fun, collaborative, exciting learning adventures. In my classroom I use a variety of teaching strategies to keep kids motivated and on task and I intend to have that same variety in my Outschool lessons as well. I will teach language arts and math classes and social studies classes with a special emphasis on the 50 states. Here is a fun fact about me: my brother and I were born on the same day ten years apart and my two daughters were born on the same day five years apart. I guess cool birthday dates run in our family!Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
60 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-10 learners per class
