This is our catalog of courses. We will occasionally adjust the course listing to reflect the addition of new courses and the retirement of others.
Finishing Middle School with a strong understanding of the exciting world of mathematics is crucial to success moving forward. This course takes students on Quests to build 8th-grade Pre-Algebra skills in Arithmetic Properties, The Number System, Ratios, Rates, Proportions, Percents, and Exponents, as well as Algebraic Expressions, Equations, & Inequalities. Gamification brings Math to life!
Special Notes: This can be utilized as a Pre-Algebra course. As a GAMIFIED course, students learn through a variety of assignments that include games. This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to register for Part Two as well. In addition to class instruction, there will be interactive recorded video lessons.
Total Classes: 13
Duration: 55 minutes
Prerequisite: None
Suggested Grade Level: 8th or 9th grade (advanced 7th grade OR an older student in need of a solid foundation.)
Suggested Credit: One full semester Mathematics
Description
This course provides the path for students to become prepared for High School math in a comprehensive and fun way. Math can be interesting and enjoyable! Weekly Quests include videos, class instruction, colorful textbook assignments, workbook assignments, Quizlet, & games/puzzles. During Part One of this course, students will advance and solidify their Pre-Algebra & 8th-Grade knowledge of mathematics, problem-solving, and vocabulary related to Arithmetic Properties, The Number System, Ratios, Rates, Proportions, Percents, and Exponents, as well as Algebraic Expressions, Equations, & Inequalities. In addition to the daily homework and making use of the tools mentioned above, there will be 7 Quizzes, 5 Section Tests, and a Final Exam. Following this course, your student can continue exploring the exciting world of gamified math with Advanced MS Mathematics: Gamified Level 8, Part Two.
Outline
Class 1: Arithmetic Properties
Classes 2-3: The Number System
Classes 4-7: Ratios, Proportions, & Percents
Classes 8-10: Exponents & Algebraic Expressions
Classes 11-12: Equations & Inequalities
Class 13: Course Review & Final Exam
Materials and Homework
Course Materials:
Students require BOTH books AND the online access listed below.
Printed: TWO Books ~ These are utilized for both Part One and Part Two of this course. (See https://www.bookfinder.com for the best prices):
Everything You Need to Ace Pre-Algebra and Algebra I in One Big Fat Notebook
(2021) ISBN-13: 978-1523504381
… NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet.
Spectrum 8th Grade Math Workbook (2014) ISBN-13: 978-1483808765
… NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet.
Online Resource: Join the Quizlet class for this course and utilize its sets on Quizlet.com (Free student accounts are available.) A link to join the specific Quizlet class for this course will be posted on Moodle.
Homework: Each week, students can follow a detailed day-by-day Quest Schedule. Assignments include instructional videos, games & puzzles, rote practice, textbook reading & exercises, class instruction, workbook exercises, and Math vocabulary on Quizlet. Also, when there isn’t a test or exam, there is a quiz. This makes for 7 Quizzes, 5 Section Tests, and a Final Exam, all graded on Moodle. Students should expect to put in a minimum of one hour a day, five days a week, for the coursework. Parents should note that the answer keys in each book are for the students’ use to check themselves as they practice their daily work.
