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Gamification brings Math alive! Middle school is an excellent time to discover, re-discover, or foster a love for the fascinating world of mathematics. This course takes students on Quests to build 6th-grade mathematical skills in Expressions, Equations, Geometry, Probability, and Statistics. Help your student find the joy of learning!
Total classes: 14
Prerequisite: NONE, although Introductory MS Mathematics: Gamified Level 6, Part One or equivalent is encouraged
Suggested grade level: 6th grade (or advanced 5th grade OR an older student in need of a solid foundation)
Suggested credit: One full semester Mathematics
Special Notes: As a GAMIFIED course, students learn through a variety of assignments that include games. This is Part Two of a two-part course. New students can be accepted mid-year if there are available seats.
In addition to class instruction, there will be interactive recorded video lessons.
Description
This is a sound and comprehensive instructional journey in a gamified format. Math can be interesting and fun! Weekly Quests include videos, class instruction, colorful textbook assignments, workbook assignments, Quizlet, & games/puzzles. During Part Two of this course, students will advance and solidify their knowledge of 6th-grade mathematics, problem-solving, and vocabulary related to Expressions, Equations, Geometry, Probability, and Statistics. In addition to the daily homework and making use of the tools mentioned above, there will be 10 Quizzes, 3 Section Tests, and a Final Exam, all graded on Moodle. Following this course, your student can continue exploring the exciting world of gamified math with Quintessential MS Mathematics: Gamified Level 7, Part One.
Outline
Classes 1-4: Expressions and Equations
Classes 5-8: Geometry
Classes 9-13: Probability and Statistics
Class 14: Course Review and 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 Math in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (2016) ISBN-13: 978-0761160960
… NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet, UNLESS they used it for Part One.
Spectrum 6th Grade Math Workbook (2014) ISBN-13: 978-1483808741
… NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet, UNLESS they used it for Part One.
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:
Weekly homework will be detailed on a daily basis and will include instructional videos, textbook reading & exercises, class instruction, workbook exercises, Quizlet practice, games/puzzles, and when there isn’t a test or exam there is a quiz.
This makes for 10 quizzes, 3 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.
Important Dates
Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 23 to May 7, 2024. (No class Feb. 20 or Mar. 26)
Starting Time: 2:30 PM Eastern (1:30 Central; 12:30 Mountain; 11:30 Pacific)
Duration: 45 minutes
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