預代數與初級代數：輕鬆學習基礎知識的方法

During this 4-week course (meets 2x per week), students will learn a pain free way to learn pre-algebra and beginning algebra. This course is taught in a non-traditional way using silly songs, games and props to help the student painlessly learn the basic concepts of algebra. 
Week 1: Students will learn the vocabulary used in algebra (Ex: integer, variables, expression,coefficient). We will discuss mathematical operations. Students will learn why zero is an unusual number. We will finish week 1 by learning order of operations.
Week 2: We will talk about the 5 properties (2 Commutative: 2 Associative: 1 Distributive). Students will learn positive and negative integers. We will cover inequalities (<,>) and learn to add and subtract integers. 
Week 3: Students will learn to multiply integers the easy way. We will cover the 5 possible cases when dividing integers. Don't worry, an easy-to-follow printout will be provided. Students will solve several word problems.
Week 4: We will finish out this short course by learning to solve equations with one variable, with lots of hands on practice. We will also learn how to solve inequalities.
This course is taught using a non-traditional method. Using silly songs and sayings, props and is intended to make pre-algebra and beginning algebra fun. Students are expected to actively participate in this high energy course.