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Description
"Classic" seems like a good description for this series that will remind you of your high school days (hopefully, in a good way). The series authors (Smith, Charles, Dossey, and Bittenger) have provided coverage that is comprehensive and traditional, as is the progression of topics. Instruction is clear with worked step-by-step examples and opportunities for the student to "Try This."
Chapters focus on specific topics and start with an overview of the skills and concepts you will need for the chapter as well as what you will learn. Lessons (6-12 per chapter) include a bit of math history, instruction, worked examples and exercises that include practice, test prep applications, critical thinking, mental math and challenge sections. Mixed review is included with each lesson, and real-life application tidbits are scattered throughout.
Chapter reviews go lesson-by-lesson and culminate with a chapter assessment. There are periodic cumulative reviews. A "selected" answer key (not solutions) in the back provides answers for odd-numbered problems in the exercises and mixed reviews as well as all answers for chapter wrap-ups and cumulative reviews but no answers for the assessments. There are sidebar references to worked-out examples available at the Prentice hall website. The help is there, it's easy to use and, while not elaborate, is helpful.
Memoria Press has chosen the Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 texts for their 9th and 10th grade packages respectively. They have created some supplemental material: a set of quizzes (1-2 per chapter) and chapter tests, a test answer key and suggested lesson plans. 925 pgs. hb ~ Janice
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.