Online Class: ABCs of Algebra

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Course Description
In Basic Algebra you will walk step-by-step through a wide variety of explained problems. Learn to perform the steps to solve equations and graph solutions. Understand FOIL when it isn't on your potato. Discover methods for factoring trinomials quickly and easily. Understand slopes and line equations so that you can identify a slope from two points or draw a line with a slope and a point. See how word problems help you translate your math skills to your real world. Explore internet links to more explanations and practice problems with immediate feedback. Allow the course to lead you from topic to topic, building on what you already know.
Course Requirements
There are no pre requisites. Anyone over the age of 13 is welcome to join this course. It is recommended though that individuals have obtained a ninth grade education in order to grasp the Math information presented.
Course Outline
Lesson 1 - Terminology: Words and Symbols
Lesson 2 - Properties and Principles of Equations
Lesson 3 - Directed Numbers in Equations
Lesson 4 - Solving Problems using Equations and Inequalities
Lesson 5 - Exponents and Roots
Lesson 6 - Polynomials
Lesson 7 - Fractions
Lesson 8 - Factoring to Solve Problems
Lesson 8 - Factoring to Solve Problems (Part 2)
Lesson 9 - Linear Equations and Inequalities
Lesson 10 - Solving Systems of Equations
Lesson 11 - More Quadratic Equation Solution Methods
Course Materials
No additional course materials required to complete this course.
Grading Policy
Each lesson will include a practice assignment that will directly apply what you have learned.
A brief 10 pt. quiz will follow each lesson. Students will successfully complete this course with 70% or better
A brief 10 pt. quiz will follow each lesson. Students will successfully complete this course with 70% or better
Learning Outcomes
By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Identify properties and principles of equations.
- Define algebra terminology.
- Understand directed numbers in equations.
- Solve problems using equations and inequalities.
- Solve problems using exponents and roots.
- Solve polynomials.
- Solve problems involving fractions.
- Solve problems by using factoring.
- Solve linear equations and inequalities.
- Solve systems of equations.
- Solve quadratic equations, and
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
---|---|
Introduction Assignment | 1 |
Lesson 1 Terminology: Words and Symbols | 6 |
Lesson 2 Exercises | 8 |
Lesson 2 - Properties and Principles of Equations | 8 |
Lesson 3 Exercises | 5 |
Lesson 3 - Directed Numbers in Equations | 9 |
Lesson 4 Exercises | 8 |
Lesson 4 - Solving Problems using Equations and Inequalities | 8 |
Additional Resources for Radicals and Exponents | 1 |
Lesson 5 Exercises | 20 |
Lesson 5 - Exponents and Roots | 8 |
Lesson 6 Exercises | 10 |
Lesson 6 - Polynomials | 10 |
Lesson 7 Exercises | 8 |
Lesson 7 - Fractions | 9 |
Lesson 8 Exam - Factoring | 5 |
Lesson 9 Exercises | 6 |
Lesson 9 - Factoring to Solve Problems | 9 |
Lesson 10 Exercises | 6 |
Lesson 10 - Linear Equations and Inequalities | 9 |
Lesson 11 Exercises | 8 |
Lesson 11 - Solving Systems of Equations | 8 |
Lesson 12 - More Quadratic Equation Solution Methods | 7 |
The Final Exam | 220 |
Total Points: | 397 |
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