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
