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Advanced MS Math: Gamified Level 8 Pre-Algebra, Part One with Tammy Parker
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Instructor Access (optional Extra Help support) for Unlimited Access families is available for this course!
Finishing Middle School with a strong understanding of the exciting world of mathematics is crucial to success moving forward. This course takes students on Quests to build 8th-grade Pre-Algebra skills in Arithmetic Properties, The Number System, Ratios, Rates, Proportions, Percents, and Exponents, as well as Algebraic Expressions, Equations, & Inequalities. Gamification brings 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, Vocabulary, & games/puzzles. During Part One of this course, students will advance and solidify their Pre-Algebra & 8th-Grade knowledge of mathematics, problem-solving, and vocabulary related to Arithmetic Properties, The Number System, Ratios, Rates, Proportions, Percents, and Exponents, as well as Algebraic Expressions, Equations, & Inequalities. In addition to the daily homework and making use of the tools mentioned above, there will be 7 Quizzes, 5 Section Tests, and a two-part Final Exam. Following this course, your student can continue exploring the exciting world of gamified math with Advanced MS Mathematics: Gamified Level 8, Part Two.
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Advanced MS Math: Gamified Level 8 Pre-Algebra, Part One with Tammy Parker
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Tammy Parker
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Math ➤ Gamified Math
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Middle School
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Mike Parker
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September 2nd, 2025 at 2:30 PM ET
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Recorded, free with subscription
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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 One of a two-part course. Students are encouraged to register for Part Two as well. In addition to class instruction, there will be interactive recorded video lessons.
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Outline
Course Outline:
Class 1: Arithmetic Properties
Classes 2-3: The Number System
Classes 4-6: Ratios, Proportions, & Percents
Classes 7-9: Exponents & Algebraic Expressions
Classes 10-12: Equations & Inequalities
Class 13: Course Review & Final Exams
Materials
Students require BOTH books!
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.
Spectrum 8th Grade Math Workbook (2014) ISBN-13: 978-1483808765
It is important that the student obtains the 2014 version!
NOTE: A student needs a copy of the above book that has NOT been written in yet.
The answer keys in both books ARE for the student's use; they are part of the student's learning process.
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. Also, when there isn’t a test or exam, there is a quiz. This makes for 7 Quizzes, 5 Section Tests, and a two-part Final Exam, all graded on Caravel. 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.
Tammy Parker
tparker@pmamentor.com
Tammy Parker teaches Mathematics (Gamified), Business & Entrepreneurship, Career Explorations, Literature, and Logic. She is the founder of Professional Mentor Associates (PMA), which offers Accountability Mentoring, Mom Mentoring, Tutoring, Homeschool Consulting, and Career Exploration Mentoring.
Tammy has a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Michigan State University. Over the past thirty years, while homeschooling her six children & beyond, her true passion for education and mentoring became evident.
She shares her experience and expertise to help others succeed and ignite their own passion for becoming lifelong learners.
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