Now published by Master Books, Elementary Algebra and
Geometry: Seeing, Doing, & Understanding by Harold Jacobs are the
same thorough courses they have always been. The algebra course is the
equivalent of Algebra 1 and covers the basic algebraic concepts from a review
of operations and functions through quadratic equations and number sequences.
The geometry course stresses logic and deductive reasoning with clear
explanations of geometric concepts that include practice with proofs (informal
and paragraph).
The Student Textbook presents the new concepts in a
clear and understandable fashion through bite-size amounts of information at a
time. There are four sets of exercises in each lesson for algebra and three
sets for geometry (with the last set in each offering a greater challenge). The
Set III exercises for algebra are only available as a supplemental download
from the publisher.
The other components for both courses are a bit different. Elementary
Algebra no longer has a solution manual. The solutions to all problems in
Set I, II, and IV are included in the revised Teacher Guide. This guide
also includes a weekly lesson schedule, chapter tests, mid-term and final exam,
and test and answer keys. Geometry still has a teacher guide and solutions
manual. The Solutions Manual offers the solutions for all exercises and
chapter reviews. DVD Instruction is a wonderful tutorial taught by Dr.
Dale Callahan.
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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.
