Pre-Algebra                          

32 WEEK CLASS

Tutor Name: Ashley Golden

Course Name: Pre-Algebra

Required Text: 

• Teaching Textbooks Pre-Algebra, Version 2.0 &
  Student textbook with answer key.
  Cost: $59.95 range
  ISBN: 978-0983581239

Optional Materials:   Full kit, including DVDs with self-grading program and completely worked out problems. Cost $185 range (includes CDs, student textbook and answer key). ASIN: B008C1XSW6.   The set allows for more in-depth explanations of mathematical concepts when not in class.  If your student is good at understanding math and good at self-teaching, then this CD would not be as necessary.

OR

Student can purchase version 3.0 from www.teachingtextbooks.com, which gives access to the full book as an e-book and all material on the CDs as a subscription for 1 student for 10 months (can be paused for 6 months). Cost is $59.90.

Note About Curriculum: Choosing the right math curriculum is extremely challenging, and varies drastically based on the individual  be a student. For a comprehensive discussion of math curriculum I recommend www.homeschoolmath.net. I have found TT to be good blend between mastery and spiral approaches with engaging discussions that help students see the applications of math. That being said, I will also be heavily supplementing with online resources and print worksheets to emphasize key topics, and with this will also allow for the course to be varied based on student’s individual abilities.

Other books/materials, etc. required for class:  Graph paper, calculator (a graphing calculator would be beneficial but not required),  and ruler.

Copy Fee: $20

Minimum Number of Students: 8

Maximum Number of Students: 20

Course Description/Outline/Objectives: 

In pre-algebra we will look at applications of math in science, business, music, art, history and more! The foundation of the course is Teaching Textbooks 2.0 (the books only, CDs not required, though may be beneficial for some students) so students can see the progressive flow of math. Note that the 2.0 version is more rigorous than the 1.0 version. From that foundation additional resources will be added as necessary to develop the class to the needs of the individual students, keep the material academically rigorous while at the same time enjoyable and purposeful.

My objective for the class would be to help foster an interest and enjoyment in math on the part of the students.  While unfortunately often times viewed as the most dull (and difficult) subject, the field of math is in itself an incredible testimony to the orderly nature of our God and a crucial part of the beauty He created for us to enjoy.

Expected Weekly Time Commitment for Homework:  5+ hours per week.

Prerequisites: None.

Recommended Grade Level(s) for this class: 7th – 8th

Estimated Difficulty Level of course for average student: Above average

Rate for Additional Private Tutoring: $50/hour