Pre-Algebra

Course Description: This pre-algebra course will prepare students to continue on to an algebra course with confidence in understanding mathematical computations and beginning algebraic concepts. It is an overview of all mathematical concepts required to understand more complex algebraic concepts. Students will practice simple computations and apply those skills to more abstract concepts and applications. A 30 week syllabus is posted on the assignments page.
Course Information: Pre-algebra provides an in-depth review of computational skills and applies those skills to more advanced problems and concepts. Since the class only meets once each week, students will need to be able to study mathematical concepts independently. Students need to be resourceful in their learning, using parents, siblings, the internet, and books to study the concepts presented during lectures.

Texts:

(1) Pre-Algebra, by Larson/Boswell/Kanold/Stiff, published by McDougal Littell/Houghton Mifflin
ISBN: 0-618-25003-4 This edition is 2005. Any edition post 1990 should be sufficient.

(2) Pre-Algebra Practice Workbook by McDougal Littell

ISBN - 13: 978-0-618-25752-2 (Make sure the workbook copyright date matches your textbook edition) This workbook is optional, but they are inexpensive and may provide additional exercises if needed.

(3) Mc Dougal Littell Pre-Algebra Worked-Out Solution Key (Paperback)

ISBN-10: 0618280448 A Solution Key is optional. Answers to odd numbered problems are in the back of the student textbook. If you buy a used version, make sure that the copyright dates match the text book. This textbook is available from Amazon.com or other used textbook websites - new or used or can be purchased by contacting a sales representative at http://www.mcdougallittell.com/ml/math.htm.

Syllabus: Pre-Algebra

Tutor: Sharon Jollie

A web site www.classzone.com is available to all students who have the textbook. The web site provides many resources for doing additional problems, explanations, and on-line quizzes, as well as some fun games and activities.