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Advanced MS Math: Gamified Level 8 Pre-Algebra, Part One with Tammy Parker
Recorded course taught by Tammy Parker for Middle School Gamified Math
Summary

  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.

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.

Total classes

13

Duration

55 minutes

Prerequisites

None

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 of Mathematics. For a full year credit, sign up for Part Two.

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.

Course name
Advanced MS Math: Gamified Level 8 Pre-Algebra, Part One with Tammy Parker
Instructor
Tammy Parker
Semester
Recorded
Category
Math ➤ Gamified Math
Grade levels
Middle School
Editor
Mike Parker
Start time
September 2nd, 2025 at 2:30 PM ET
Course type
Recorded, free with subscription
Relative due dates
Relative due dates are disabled for this course.
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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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