What is Schoolhouse.world?

Schoolhouse.world is a free online tutoring platform founded by Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy. Our mission is to connect the world through learning—our community of passionate, dedicated volunteer tutors is here to help. We offer free online math tutoring sessions, along with SAT and AP preparation. If you're interested in joining a session, sign up for an account to get started.

Interested in becoming a tutor? The first step is to get certified in a unit, which requires demonstrating your mastery by taking the relevant Khan Academy unit tests. After getting certified, you can apply to become a tutor and join our global volunteer community.

How much does an algebra tutor cost?

A local algebra tutor can cost anywhere from $25 to $70 per hour. Online, algebra tutors cost anywhere from $0 to $70 per hour.

At Schoolhouse.world, it’s completely free! You can access small-group algebra tutoring sessions anytime, anywhere, run by certified algebra tutors from around the world. Just sign up for an account to get started.

Where can I learn algebra online for free?

There are many ways to learn algebra online–one great place to learn is from the Khan Academy Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 on your own time. Khan Academy is a free, extensive resource for learning. However, if you’re looking for an online algebra tutor, sign up for a Schoolhouse.world series or session—it's completely free!

How long does it take to learn Algebra 1?

Algebra 1 is one of the most foundational subjects in all of mathematics, and it builds upon prerequisite skills from pre-algebra. Depending on your comfort with these core skills, learning Algebra 1 might take anywhere from a few months to a year. Schoolhouse.world also offers pre-algebra sessions if you’d like to brush up on the fundamentals.

Do you teach college algebra?

Yes! The Schoolhouse.world algebra curriculum is aligned with Khan Academy’s Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 curriculums, which cover the same topics as a typical college algebra course.

How does algebra tutoring work on Schoolhouse?

Schoolhouse.world offers an array of virtual, small-group algebra tutoring sessions. Once you create an account , you can sign up for any session you’re interested in for free! When the session is scheduled to start, you’ll receive an email reminder to join the session on Zoom. And once you’re done with a session, you can follow one of our algebra tutors to receive notifications about upcoming sessions!

Can I learn algebra on my own?

Once you've grasped the fundamental concepts, the best way to learn algebra is by practicing. Compared to more advanced subjects like pre-calculus, algebra is a bit easier to learn on your own.

But you can learn anything if you put your mind to it! We believe learning with others can always give you a new angle into the subject. At Schoolhouse.world, our tutors are here to help give you support and motivation when you need it.

Is getting math tutoring worth it?

Math tutoring can be very much worth the extra time, as the interactive discussions help you to understand the concepts better and retain the learning for longer.

If you’re struggling with a concept, or you’d like to review material you’ve already learned, tutoring sessions are a great way to get live, personal help. Schoolhouse.world offers online algebra tutoring sessions around the clock—we also offer subjects like statistics, geometry, and calculus!

Can I be an algebra tutor on Schoolhouse.world?

Anyone can become an algebra tutor at Schoolhouse.world! The first step is to get certified in algebra, which requires demonstrating your mastery by taking the relevant Khan Academy Algebra 1 unit tests. After getting certified, you can apply to become a tutor and join our global volunteer community.