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"We Are so Excited!"
My son, who has used your Algebra I
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"My Daughter
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Columnist
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instructor
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"Mr. Firebaugh
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When I first began learning algebra, I hated
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doing it as
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Kevan & Byran M. (students) Motley, MN
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We have a wonderful 13-year-old son, whom I home
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Need Math Relief?
Are You
Teaching
Algebra?
Are you
Frustrated?
Confused?
Don't know
where
to turn for help?
Put a DVD
or Video Tape
into your TV
or computer and let Leonard Firebaugh
teach your student Algebra
I & Algebra
II.
See solutions worked out right in front of
you!
You Can Get
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These Academically-Oriented Videos
Teach Algebra Clearly and
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Individualized Instruction
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and to order Algebra I & II – Plus get
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• Read Descriptions and How
To Use
below.
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One Full Year of Algebra Divided into Three Phases
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Each phase constitutes about 10-12 weeks of
study,
or roughly 1/3 of the school year.
(See "Algebra I Course Description" below.)
Each phase comes complete with:
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Nearly 50 video lessons
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50 assignments and tests
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50 answer and solutions keys
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Approx. 250 pages of instructional material
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Everything you need for a stand-alone
curriculum
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Algebra I Course Description
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Phase 1 - The Basics of Algebra
This first phase covers the major topics and
basic
operations needed to understand algebra. It deals
primarily with equations and factoring, including
the main properties that are necessary to
work with
equations (commutative, associative, and
distributive).
- This phase can be used in a pre-algebra
situation
and is currently used as early as 6th-grade
level.
- Many schools do not cover material beyond
this level
in an entire year.
Phase 2 - Continuation of the Basics
Additional concepts are presented in this second
phase to supplement the
basics. These topics are not as common, but are
needed to fully understand the subject of
algebra.
Concepts are covered that apply more heavily
toward
future studies in geometry, trigonometry, and
calculus. This includes extensive work with
fractions in equations and a large number of
operations with square roots, which are
crucial to
future studies in mathematics.
- There are several lessons dealing with word
problems, an area which can significantly affect
aptitude tests.
- For students who work slowly, Phases 1 and 2
could
constitute a full year of credit in
Algebra I.
- Students who do not plan to attend
college may
terminate studies at the end of Phase 2.
Phase 3 - Advanced Topics
This third phase provides material which prepares
the student for additional work in mathematical
subjects including graphing and coordinate
geometry.
Phase 3 gives introductory study of graphing,
mostly
straight lines. This topic appears in all future
math courses. Our course has extensive
coverage of
"completing the square" (needed for graphing
curves)
and the quadratic formula. Most Algebra I courses
only touch lightly (if at all) on these two
important concepts.
- We have had several reports of students
entering
calculus and statistics classes in college
with only
our Algebra I course as their background, and
they
have received top grades in those courses.
Purchase
Algebra I.
Algebra II Course Description
This level of algebra is a continuation of
Algebra
I, containing new concepts while reinforcing
topics
from the Algebra I level.
All three phases are needed to complete the
2nd year
of algebra. When completed, the student is
easily able to be highly successful with College
Algebra.
Phase 1
"Basic operations" of advanced algebra.
Phase 2
Heavily emphasizes "word problems" in addition to
advanced topics for higher math.
Phase 3
Quadratic Formula and Functions.
Purchase
Algebra II.
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Five Ways To Use Each Phase
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1. As a Core Curriculum
The tapes can be used either with or without a
teacher; the course is comprehensive, without
need
for additional instruction.
However, we strongly recommend supervision as a
source of motivation (most students tend to
require
encouragement to study mathematics, as well
as other
academic subjects).
2. As a Curriculum Supplement
There are many good programs of study
available from
Christian suppliers, but sometimes students have
difficulty reading a textbook and understanding
mathematical concepts.
Students can then locate corresponding subject
matter on the tapes or DVDs to receive verbal
explanation of
the topic.
3. As a Tutoring Tool
When a student becomes confused and seems "lost,"
these tapes are an excellent resource for the
comprehension of algebra concepts.
4. As a Means of Variety
This is particularly needed for students who use
individualized curriculums.
Boredom and lack of self-motivation are
probably the
greatest enemies which stand in the path of
success
for these students.
5. As Additional Practice Exercises
There are thousands of sample problems, covering
every type of situation which arises for any
given
concept.
Every exercise is accompanied by a detailed
solution, helping the student to trace the steps
that are required to get the answer.
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Additional Information on Algebra I
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- It is assumed that the student has no
knowledge
whatsoever of algebra concepts; pre-algebra
is not
required.
- Minimal arithmetic skills are needed.
- Parents do not need to prepare anything.
The course is designed so that the student
can enjoy
individualized instruction.
- The teaching portion on the video tape
averages 15
minutes for each lesson.
- After watching this instructional
presentation, the
student has worksheet assignments which average
30-45 minutes.
- If the student has difficulty with a
particular
problem, the supervisor may allow him to view the
solution which is worked out in detail in the
Answer
Key.
- There are quizzes or tests about every seven
lessons. The end of Phase 3 contains a two-part
final exam for the entire course.
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All three phases are needed to complete the first
course in algebra. Also, all three phases are
needed
for students who plan to attend college.
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Get Your Math Relief –
and a $10 Spring Discount
on Every Phase Purchased
through May '09
when ordered by mail
or by phone: 1-800-737-6284
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