Pre-Algebra • 2016 listing - for reference only • Grade 7 or above • Mathematics Sequence

Primary Instructor

David Townsend

Sections [Enrolled students will be notified if teacher schedules change between course posting at the time enrollment opens and the scheduled start of classes. Please see Tuition and Fees for refund policy.]

Section 1 Instructor: David Townsend Classes meet from September 6, 2016 to June 2, 2017 Monday 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET • Wednesday 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET • Friday 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET Enrollment Policy: Full Year Only Tuition: $400.00

Website

There is currently no teacher website for this course.

Description

Pre-Algebra provides the foundational mathematics necessary for success in future math course work. We will study arithmetic, exponents, fractions, factorization, scientific notation, percentages, rational numbers and real numbers, and linear equations; also areas, volumes, and very simple trigonometry. Throughout, careful reasoning and real understanding are encouraged and prized.

Meetings

This course meets 3 times per week for discussion and review of assigned homework.

Homework

Homework assignments will be given on a class by class basis reflecting the lesson for the day.

Prerequisites

Pre-algebra requires a solid understanding of arithmetic using whole numbers and fractions.

Recommended background

No special background required.

Textbooks and Materials

Holt McDougal Littell Pre-Algebra Larson, Boswell, Kanold, Stiff

This text is required. ISBN: 978-0-547-58777-6 Publisher's website: Holt McDougal Littell Pre-Algebra Best sources: http://holtmcdougal.hmhco.com/hm/detail.htm?ID=1007500000079059 Scholars Online Bookstore

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