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Visualizing Algebra: An Algebra Foundations Course

Completed by 4 learners
Ages 12-16
Live Group Course
This 9-week introductory algebra course focuses on essential skills crucial for success in algebra at any level. The class emphasizes hands-on, visual, and problem-solving approaches, making it ideal for both beginners and as a refresher.
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(211 reviews)
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Live video meetings
2x per week, 10 weeks
3-8 learners per class
50 min

What's included

20 live meetings
16 hrs 40 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. included
Grading
Grades offered by request only.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
This course is for beginning algebra students, students who need a refresher on the basics, or students who want to get a jump on learning algebra. 

Students MUST be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide: decimals, fractions, and positive and negative numbers before taking this course. 

The material for this course is from the Math Learning Center. This is a problem-solving, inquiry-based course. Meaning I will not lecture and students will discover the rules, and patterns of Algebra through the activities. 

This is a hands-on, and visual course. Students will be required to fully participate in all activities. Activities such as using virtual manipulatives, drawing pictures, problem-solving, and sharing their thinking through in-class discussion. 
This course will go at a slower pace and the schedule may change based on student need*. Each week will cover one topic in great detail and homework will be assigned after class. 

At the beginning of class, students can ask questions or have help on the previous homework assignment. 
Students will be expected to do the homework each week and turn it in for private feedback. I keep detailed notes on all learner progress and will send an individual transcript with strengths and weaknesses. 

Please note this is not a complete algebra curriculum. This is a foundations course that covers many algebra topics in great detail.
For the best class experience students should come to class with their cameras and microphones on. 

The course will follow the following schedule*: 
Week 1-2: 
Understanding equivalence
-writing expressions
-working with variables
-graphing equations


Week 3-4
-simplifying expressions and equations
-working with the distributive property 
-using area and perimeter to understand properties of whole numbers and exponents
-solving one, two-step and complex equations

Week 5-6
-writing equations and expressions with positive and negative numbers
-simplifying, distributing, and factoring expressions and equations
-writing equations from word problems 

Week 7-8
-squares and square numbers
-linear equations and graphing 

Week 9-10
-simplifying and solving complex equations
-writing equations from word problems

Learning Goals

Students will solve problems with variables. 
Students will write and graph equations. 
Students will use positive and negative rational numbers in equations and expressions. 
Students will identify properties of equations and their graphs.

Syllabus

20 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Understanding Equivalence
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Understanding Equivalence
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Equations and Expressions
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Equations and Expressions
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

4.8
211reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Mathematics from Drury University
I am a non traditional teacher, no lectures here! 
Instead my classes focus on being:
*Student Centered- they lead the pace 
*Critical Thinking -complex tasks are given that may be a bit unusual but will cause students to think deeply
*Problem Solving- word problems to keep concepts in context
*Focus on discovering patterns- patterns is the basis of the study of algebra and higher levels of math thinking
*Students create their understanding versus being told what to think

I am constantly learning how to become a better math teacher! I have a Master's degree in Math Education but I don't believe that means I know everything. In fact I am constantly reading about the brain, and the best ways to teach math. I also am constantly evaluating my classes and content and making changes based on how learners interact with the material. 

I have 13 years of experience in Education, and have taught math at all levels including adults. 

New to Outschool? Here is a special promo code for you for $20 off your first class (can be used on any Outschool class): KATYKAM2020 or use the following link: 
https://outschool.com/teachers/Katlin-R-Kampbell?signup=true&usid=W3fF1bkc

I check my email frequently and am happy to answer specific questions regarding specific classes. Please don't hesitate to reach out! 

In my down time, I love hanging with my husband, and two girls. We love to read books, play games and do math together (of course:)

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