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Series Details
About
Are you planning to take pre-algebra this coming school year? Are you taking algebra 1 this coming year, but still unsure about some topics? This is the series for you! I'll cover the main concepts of pre-algebra over the course of the summer and we'll work together to prepare you for your next math class, whatever that may be. Each session will be a mix of content learning with brief slideshows, practice problems, and occasionally math games and assessments. Looking forward to seeing people there!
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
Please try not to miss more than two sessions in a row, it could take the place of another learner! Also, feel free to message me if for whatever reason, you are unable to make it to a session.
Dates
July 9 - August 28
Learners
12 / 20
Total Sessions
15
About the Tutor
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Hi, I'm Lily (any pronouns), and I'm a university freshman! I'm from Massachusetts, lived in Washington for a few years, and now I'm back for university. My favorite subjects are any science, but especially biology, math, and languages. Some of my other interests are drawing, painting, video games, programming, and D&D.
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Upcoming Sessions
0
Past Sessions
15
9
Jul
O
Session 1
Orientation
Introductions, getting to know each other, and figuring out what people already know and want to cover the most.
13
Jul
Fm
Session 2
Factors and multiples
We'll go over factors and multiples to start building a solid foundation of what is needed for more complex topics in pre-algebra.
*Subject to change*
16
Jul
P
Session 3
Patterns
We'll go over different types of patterns and where they are seen later on in both pre-algebra and higher math..
*Subject to change*
20
Jul
Eo
Session 4
Exponents intro and order of operations
We'll go over order of operations (ignore exponents intro in the title, that's later) and their importance in expressions and equations.
*Subject to change*
23
Jul
Rr
Session 5
Ratios and rates
We'll go over ratios, rates, and percentages and discuss where they could be applied and where we most commonly see them (science, finances, health, etc.).
*Subject to change*
27
Jul
Rn
Session 6
Roots, exponents, & scientific notation
We'll go over exponents and basic exponent rules, roots (starting with square roots and cube roots, more if time permits), and how they relate. We'll also briefly see what they mean in real-life, and how they will relate to algebraic equations.
*Subject to change*
31
Jul
Rn
Session 7
Roots, exponents, & scientific notation
We'll continue from last time by going over scientific notation and how it connects to roots and exponents, as well as its real-world applications.
*Subject to change*
3
Aug
Ve
Session 8
Variables & expressions
We'll go over what variables are and their importance in algebra, as well as talk about where else you might see a variable. We'll also be introduced to expressions to prepare for full equations.
*Subject to change*
6
Aug
Oi
Session 9
One-step and two-step equations & inequalities
We'll go over one-step and two-step equations (and inequalities), two of the foundational types, and work on some practice problems to get them hang of them.
*Subject to change*
10
Aug
Pr
Session 10
Proportional relationships
We'll go over proportions and proportional relationships as a full introduction to solving equations, as it's one of the most foundation types. We'll look into how proportions are represented in real life and how you can use proportional relationships in your every-day.
*Subject to change*
13
Aug
Me
Session 11
Multi-step equations
We'll go over multi-step equations that are different in complexity, building off of what we already know about one-step, two-step, and proportional equations to solve more complex equations and work together on some practice problems.
*Subject to change*
17
Aug
Te
Session 12
Two-variable equations
We'll go over equations with two different variables and discuss how they will relate to future topics in algebra. These practice problems will likely focus more on word problems to understand how the two variables are linked.
*Subject to change*
20
Aug
Fm
Session 13
Functions and linear models
We'll go over functions and linear (graphed) models to see these two-variable equations more in action. We'll also relate how functions (even the most basic ones) can be used in other fields like science and economics to analyze and show results.
*Subject to change*
24
Aug
Se
Session 14
Systems of equations
We'll go over the basics of systems of equations, using what we know about two variable equations to solve them, and learn about the three main methods of solving.
*Subject to change*
27
Aug
GQ
Session 15
General Pre-Algebra Q&A
We'll go over any extra questions you have after having covered all the main topics! This session is completely optional, but recommended if you're still a little confused on something or just want to ask a fun question!