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Description
Revised with a new lesson format and structure, this course is designed for independent learning. Students watch online video lessons, complete practice problems, perform mastery checks and targeted reviews, and use virtual manipulatives as directed. Covering core algebraic topics, lessons are presented with intentional progression to enable mastery and deepen problem-solving skills. Principles of Secondary Math meets the skills and concepts required for standards alignment. Physical manipulatives are optional, lessons reference digital manipulatives or drawing models.
The required components include the Student Worktexts A and B, the Formula Sheet/Mastery Rubric, the Test Books, and the Digital Pack.
Student Worktext A includes an introduction to the course, including a quick start guide and directions on how to complete the lessons. It is divided into three units, each beginning with objectives and record keeping. A total of 18 lessons are included in Book A. Student Worktext B begins reviewing the course structure and quick start guide before launching into units five and six. There are a total of 30 lessons in the course. Lessons are divided into two parts, each beginning with the objectives and a short “why” explanation. Students then complete the warmup (review) that is a previously taught concept that is important to the new concept being taught. As students continue to work through the lessons, video icons direct students to watch the digital video lessons. Each part concludes with practice and mastery check worksheets, with a targeted lesson review at the end the lesson. Black and white worktext pages are perforated for easy removal. Not reproducible.
The 8 ½” x 11” Formula Sheet/Mastery Check Rubric is a two-sided glossy cardstock resource that support students through the lessons. The Formula Sheet side includes algebraic properties, properties of equality, exponent rules, exponential functions, linear equations, figures and formulas, quadratic functions, other formulas, and common conversions. The Mastery Check Rubric side includes a check list to know if students are exceeding, progressing, or needs practice with lesson objectives. It also includes a skill and criteria check list. Available only in the Sets–not available separately.
The Tests Book includes lesson and unit tests and the midterm and final exam for the student, with all the answer keys for the tests and exams in the back. Fully worked solutions are found in Digital Resources. Lesson tests contain 10-15 problems and should be taken after successful completion of Lesson Parts A and B. Unit tests include 25 multiple choice problems. A midterm exam is taken after Unit 3 and consists of 35 multiple choice problems. The final exam focuses primarily on units 4 and 5. It also consists of 356 multiple choice problems. Not reproducible.
The Digital Pack includes lifetime access to the Digital version of the Instructor Handbooks, Lesson videos, Solutions, Virtual Manipulatives, and Extension Lessons. The Digital Pack is only available in the Universal Set or Universal Set Plus. Purchase requires a valid email address. Please allow 1-2 business days to receive digital access.
Optional resources include the printed Instructor Handbooks (A and B). This is a helpful resource for parents who prefer to follow along the lessons with their student and includes the answers filled in. This is the same content that is found in the digital Instructor Handbooks. Also optional are the physical manipulatives: Integer Blocks and the Algebra/Decimal Inserts. Students who learn best using tactile resources will appreciate the physical manipulatives in lieu of the included virtual manipulatives.
The Universal Set includes all required components: Student Worktexts A and B, Digital Pack with Virtual manipulatives, Digital Teacher Guides A and B, Video lessons, etc., Formula Sheet/Mastery Rubric and the Tests Book. The Universal Set Plus includes everything in the Universal Set, plus the Printed Teacher Guides. Printed Teacher Guides are also available separately, without Digital Access. Available for additional students. the Student Package includes Student Worktexts A and B, Tests Book, and the Formula Sheet/Mastery Check Rubric. No digital access is included. ~Deanne
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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.