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Gamification brings Math alive! During the heart of the Middle School years, fostering a love for the fascinating world of mathematics is vitally important. This course takes students on Quests to build mathematical skills in Geometry, Statistics, and Probability. Help your student find the joy of learning!
Special Notes: As a GAMIFIED course, students learn through a variety of assignments that include games. This is Part Two of a 2-part course; new students can be accepted mid-year if there are available seats. In addition to class instruction, there will be recorded video lessons.
Total Classes: 14
Duration: 45 minutes
Prerequisite: None, although Quintessential MS Mathematics: Gamified Level 7, Part One or equivalent is encouraged
Suggested Grade Level: 7th grade (or advanced 6th grade or older student in need of a solid foundation)
Suggested Credit: One full semester Mathematics
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, your student will advance and solidify their knowledge of mathematics, problem-solving, and vocabulary related to Geometry, Statistics, and Probability. In addition to the daily homework and making use of the tools mentioned above, there will be three Section Tests and a Final Exam.
Outline
Classes 1-6: Geometry
Classes 7-9: Statistics
Classes 10-13: Probability
Class 14: Course Review and Final Exam
Materials and Homework
Course Materials:
Printed: TWO Books (These are utilized for both Part One and Part Two of this course). Students will need copies of BOTH books. (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 7th Grade Math Workbook (2014) ISBN-13: 978-1483808758
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: Quizlet quizlet.com
NOTE: Free student accounts are available. You need to join the Moodle Class as well. This is an additional study resource we utilize every week and is not part of 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 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 student’s use to check themselves as they practice their daily work.
