Tom Clark, the author of Videotext Interactive,
has co-authored this program with Thomas Sculthorpe. Memoria Algebra 1 uses a logical
sequence of study, where each concept is introduced systemically in a way that
students should be able to use previous concepts to solve new concepts learned.
The teacher guide provides instructional guidance, and each new concept is
described in detail with examples shown in the student text. Then students
solve problems independently and can check their work in the solution manual.
The five units include First-Degree Relations with Two Variables; First-Degree
Relations with Three or More Variables; Higher-Degree Relations – Polynomials;
Higher-Degree Relations – Algebraic Fractions; and Rational Degree Relations.
Equations and inequalities are taught together and concepts are developed in
order of degrees. A recitation schedule in the Appendix of the student and
teacher manual has mathematical statements students should work on mastering to
help with the success of the course. To ensure your student is ready for this
course, students can complete the Readiness Exam in the back of the Teacher
Manual. Available components include a teacher manual, student text, quizzes
and tests, solution key, and instructional videos. Course components can be
purchased individually, or as a Set.
The spiral bound
Teacher Manual closely
aligns with the material in the videos and is the primary instructional
resource for the course. If you have an elementary understanding of algebra,
you should be able to follow the instructions easily. The teacher manual has
reduced copies of the student text with instruction in the sidebars. An answer
key for the lesson exercises is also included.
The
non-consumable Student
Text is also spiral bound and includes an objective for each lesson,
review of important terms, and example problems with solutions. The terms and
example problems should be mastered before students move on to complete the
exercise problems. The appendix includes
the recitation schedule and an answer key to the odd problems.
Quizzes & Tests
are used to assess the student’s progress. Following the classical approach,
quizzes and tests include some open-response questions, asking students to
write their understanding of a concept. This is beneficial in really making
sure students are comprehending what they are learning. A quiz is given at the
conclusion of each section and a test at the conclusion of each unit.
Quizzes test only the material in the section, whereas the tests are cumulative.
A final exam covers all the material at the end of the course.
Complete,
detailed solutions to the student text exercises and quizzes & tests are
included in the spiral bound Solutions Key.
Instructional Videos
are a supplement to the course. Co-author, Thomas Sculthorpe presents the
instruction in the streaming videos. They were recorded when he was teaching a
class that met once a week at a classical school. Use these videos as needed to
reinforce lesson content. ~ Gina
