What's included
16 live meetings
13 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. In order to learn new skills and gain mastery, practice is required. I recommend students complete the lessons each week. Ideally, the students should own the solutions manual and learn to check their own work. Work should be reviewed by the parent according to the parent's instruction.Assessment
I will provide informal feedback to parents. lf desired, quizzes will be graded. Parent's can register for individual tutoring sessions if you desire to have tests graded. These sessions will be a separate cost.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Intermediate Level
I am passionate about providing instruction to help students master math topics. I taught Saxon math to my own kids and have 30 years of experience teaching Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, and Precalculus in the classroom and tutoring. This includes 6 years of online instruction. This experience has helped me learn a variety of ways to make math more easily understood. I am an enthusiastic instructor and I like to use available technology to make online learner better. In class, I will provide instruction on the daily topics and offer opportunities for students to participate and ask questions. In addition, students can post in the classroom questions in advance, and I will either answer in class or in a response in the classroom. Students will be encouraged to complete example problems in class so that they can get immediate feedback. I will make every effort to ensure that all students have a positive learning experience. We will regularly play Kahoot games to reinforce their learning. I recommend that student's leave their cameras on so that I can get visual clues on their understanding. This also helps them to interact and have a full educational experience. Schedule (the weekly date is given based on Monday's date, but will incude two class meetings): Week 1 Lessons 1 - 4 Week 2 Lessons 5 - 8 Week 3 Lessons 9 - 12 Week 4 Lessons 13 - 16 Week 5 Lessons 17- 20 Week 6 Lessons 21 - 24 Week 7 Lessons 25 - 28 Week 8 Lessons 29 - 32 Week 9 Lessons 33 - 36 Week 10 Lessons 37 - 40 Week 11 Lessons 41 - 44 Week 12 Lessons 45 - 48 Week 13 Lessons 49 - 52 Week 14 Lessons 53 - 56 Week 15 Lessons 57- 60 This pattern will continue.
Learning Goals
In the words of John Saxon, "Algebra is not difficult. Algebra is just different." Students need time to learn new things. After class, each student should leave class with a foundational understanding of the daily topics.
Students will be prepared to complete practice problems on their own. I recommend that they complete the practice set (labeled with letters) as soon as possible. Later they should complete the numbered practice problems.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Saxon Math Curriculum16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Lessons 1-2
Fractions and Polygons
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Lessons 3-4
Permeter/Circumference and Arithmetic
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Lessons 5-6
Sets/Signed Numbers and Rules for Addition
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Lessons 7-8
The Opposite of a number and Area
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Students should know the following:
Multiplication and addition facts
Operations with fractions
Operations with Integers
Successful completion of Pre-Algebra or 8th grade math should meet these requirements.
Supply List
Saxon Algebra I Student Text (3rd Edition), Notebook paper or notebook, Scientific Calculator. I recommend the TI-30x iis. If students use the same calculator, it is easier to help them. Saxon Algebra I Solutions Manual is recommended Saxon Algebra I Tests if desired.
Language of Instruction
English
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Master's Degree in Education from Liberty University
I have been a certified high school math teacher for many years. I currently teach high school math at a university model school. My undergraduate degree is Math Education. My master's degree is in Education Technology and Online Learning.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$40
weekly or $320 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
4-10 learners per class