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Advanced MS Math: Gamified Level 8 Pre-Algebra, Part Two
Live course taught by Tammy Parker for Spring 2025 Middle School Gamified Math
Summary

Finishing Middle School with a strong understanding of the fascinating world of mathematics is vital to success moving forward. This course takes students on Quests to build 8th-grade Pre-Algebra skills in Linear Equations & Inequalities, Graphing, Geometry, Statistics & Probability, and Functions, as well as an introduction to Polynomials & Radicals. Gamification continues to bring Math to life!

Instructor: Tammy Parker

 

Course Description: This course provides the path for students to become prepared for High School math in a comprehensive and fun way. Math can be interesting and enjoyable! Weekly Quests include videos, class instruction, colorful textbook assignments, workbook assignments, Quizlet, & games/puzzles. During Part Two of this course, your student will advance and solidify their Pre-Algebra & 8th-Grade knowledge of mathematics, problem-solving, and vocabulary related to Linear Equations & Inequalities, Graphing, Geometry, Statistics & Probability, and Functions, as well as an introduction to Polynomials & Radicals. In addition to the daily homework and making use of the tools mentioned above, there will be 8 quizzes, 5 Section Tests, and a two-part Final Exam. 


Special notes

This can be utilized as a Pre-Algebra course. As a GAMIFIED course, students learn through a variety of assignments that include games. This is Part Two of a two-part course. New students can be accepted mid-year if there are available seats.

In addition to class instruction, there will be interactive recorded video lessons.


Total classes

14

Class dates

Tuesdays, January 14 to April 29, 2025. (No class Feb. 18 & Apr. 15)

Starting time

1:00 PM Eastern (Noon Central; 11:00 AM Mountain; 10:00 AM Pacific)

Duration

55 minutes

Prerequisites

NONE, although Advanced MS Mathematics: Gamified Level 8, Part One or equivalent is encouraged

Suggested grade level

8th or 9th grade (advanced 7th grade OR an older student in need of a solid foundation.)

Suggested credit

One full semester Mathematics

Outline

Course Outline:

Classes 1-3 : Linear Equations, Inequalities, & Graphing

Classes 4-6 : Geometry

Classes 7-8 : Statistics & Probability

Classes 9-11 : Functions

Classes 12-13 : Introduction to Polynomials & Radicals

Classes 14 : Course Review & Final Exams


Materials

  • Students require BOTH books AND the online access listed below.

    Printed: TWO Books ~ These are utilized for both Part One and Part Two of this course. (See https://www.bookfinder.com for the best prices):

    Everything You Need to Ace Pre-Algebra and Algebra I in One Big Fat Notebook

     (2021) ISBN-13:  978-1523504381

    … NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet, UNLESS they used it for Part One.


    Spectrum 8th Grade Math Workbook (2014) ISBN-13: 978-1483808765

    … NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet, UNLESS they used it for Part One.


    Online Resource: Join the Quizlet class for this course and utilize its sets on Quizlet.com (Free student accounts are available.) A link to join the specific Quizlet class for this course will be posted on Moodle.

Homework

Each week, students can follow a detailed day-by-day Quest Schedule. Assignments include instructional videos, games & puzzles, rote practice, textbook reading & exercises, class instruction, workbook exercises, and Math vocabulary on Quizlet. Also, when there isn’t a test or exam, there is a quiz. This makes for 8 quizzes, 5 Section Tests, and a two-part Final Exam, all on Moodle. Students should expect to put in a minimum of one hour a day, five days a week, for the coursework. Parents should note that the answer keys in each book are for the students’ use to check themselves as they practice their daily work.


Fees

Fee: For all 14 classes: $217 if you register on or before November 15, $237 if you register after Nov. 15. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $20 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.)

Course name
Advanced MS Math: Gamified Level 8 Pre-Algebra, Part Two
Instructor
Tammy Parker
Semester
Spring 2025
Category
Math ➤ Gamified Math
Grade level
Middle School
Course type
Live
Price
$237
Seats available
25 seats available
Seats remaining
24 seats remaining
Start time
January 14th, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET
End time
April 29th, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET
Access start time
December 31st, 2024 at 12:00 AM ET
Access end time
December 30th, 2025 at 12:00 AM ET
Enrollment availability start time
May 8th, 2024 at 3:50 PM ET
Early enrollment discount ends
January 7th, 2025 at 12:00 AM ET
Late enrollment penalty start time
January 7th, 2025 at 12:00 AM ET
Enrollment availability end time
January 10th, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET
Relative due dates
Relative due dates are disabled for this course.


Tammy Parker is the founder of PMA (Professional Mentor Associates), formally Pine Meadows Academy, which offers Accountability Mentoring, Mom Mentoring, Tutoring, Consulting, and Life Coaching. Over the past thirty years, in addition to homeschooling her six children, she has educated a plethora of students. She is also the Executive Director of Good Counsel Careers and is an instructor for Homeschool Connections, specializing in Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, Life Skills, Literature, and Logic. Early in life, Tammy obtained a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Michigan State University, working directly in this field. As her true passion for education and mentoring became evident, she began sharing her experience and expertise to help others succeed and ignite their own passion for becoming lifelong learners.

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