Summer Slide: Fermi Problems and Equations Pre-Algebra Review and Algebra Prep
In this fun math camp, students will explore Fermi problems to practice skills from pre-algebra including scientific notation and unit conversions, then they will work with equations to practice problem solving in real-world contexts.
Malikai Bass M.A
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
The curriculum is problem-based this means instead of lectures or videos students work together as a small group to solve problems to discover principles and strategies with teacher guidance, as necessary. Therefore, we will spend approximately 90% of each class period working on problems and discussing them as a group. The use of discussion and problem-solving leads to generalized mathematics or proofs. In this camp, students will explore a variety of Fermi problems as open ended ways to apply a variety of standard pre-agebra skills including scientific notation, equations, and unit conversions. They will create their own fermi problems and share them with classmates. Then they will work with systems and equations to solve other complex problems.
Learning Goals
7.G.B
Solve real-life and mathematical problems involving angle measure, area, surface area, and volume.
7.NS.A.3
Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving the four operations with rational numbers.Computations with rational numbers extend the rules for manipulating fractions to complex fractions.
7.RP.A
Analyze proportional relationships and use them to solve real-world and mathematical problems.
7.RP.A.3
Use proportional relationships to solve multistep ratio and percent problems. Examples: simple interest, tax, markups and markdowns, gratuities and commissions, fees, percent increase and decrease, percent error.
7.EE.A.1
Apply properties of operations as strategies to add, subtract, factor, and expand linear expressions with rational coefficients.
7.EE.B.4.a
Solve word problems leading to equations with specific rational numbers. Solve equations of these forms fluently. Compare an algebraic solution to an arithmetic solution, identifying the sequence of the operations used in each approach.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)2 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Fermi Problems
In this lesson we will work on a variety of Fermi problems to practice mathematical modeling and multi step problem solving. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Expressions and Equations
We will work to develop equations that model complex real world solutions with multiple unknown quantities and relationships and solve them. This will help develop modeling skills. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will need to use Nearpod. They will need to click a link and enter their first name or initial. No other identifying information will be collected.
Pre-Requisites
This class is designed by an AUDHD/Dyspraxic Educator
- slides and fonts designed to support dyslexia and visual processing
- ability to type and use virtual drawing tools
- communication aids including chat
- ND Affirming classroom
Supply List
Learners will need either a pencil and scratch paper, a marker and whiteboard, or similar digital application in order to work out problems.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
The scope and sequence of this course is based on the open source Illustrative Mathematics curriculum and has been adapted for 2e, neurodiverse, and home-based learners. Illustrated Mathematics is licensed under a creative commons attribution license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Pedagological Resources:
Gravemeijer, K. (2020). A socio-constructivist elaboration of realistic mathematics education. In National reflections on the Netherlands didactics of mathematics (pp. 217-233). Springer, Cham.
Vintere, A. (2018). A constructivist approach to the teaching of mathematics to boost competences needed for sustainable development. Rural Sustainability Research, 39(334), 1-7.
Briscoe, L., & Van Kesteren, J. (2018). THE ART OF MATH. Gazette-Ontario Association for Mathematics, 57(2), 21-24.
Joined April, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Professional Experience:
I have been a math tutor for over 12 years and have worked with students from ages 5-25 in small group and academic settings including serving as a primary teacher for home educated learners. I have received training and tutoring certification/awards from nationally recognized organizations. I was a group supplemental instruction leader for math at the collegiate level for four years at ETSU including working with dual enrolled and accelerated learners. I have taught and tutored math up to a graduate level in algebra, geometry, probability, and quantitative reasoning.
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Live Group Class
$32
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-6 learners per class
