Math U See Algebra
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
In this Algebra course, the student will utilize Math U See Algebra to cover the standard Algebra topics, including: fractions, decimals, negative numbers, geometric concepts, algebraic equations, dealing with x, combining x's, freeing x's, x's on both sides, fractions with x's, slope-intercept, order of operations, powers, scientific notation, graphing, inequalities, and more.
LEARNING MATERIALS:
Main Curriculum:
Math U See Algebra 1 student work book
Math U See algebra 1 DVD with lesson-by-lesson video instruction
Math U See algebra 1 instruction manual
(All Math U See authored by Steven Demme, published by Math U See)
GOALS:
M1.1.C Solve problems that can be represented by a system of two linear equations or inequalities.
M1.2.C Evaluate f(x) at a (i.e., f(a)) and solve for x in the equation f(x) = b.
M1.3.A Write and solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable.
M1.3.C Identify and interpret the slope and intercepts of a linear function, including equations for parallel and perpendicular lines.
M1.3.H Determine the equation of a line in the coordinate plane that is described geometrically, including a line through two given points, a line through a given point parallel to a given line, and a line through a given point perpendicular to a given line.
8.EE.5 Graph proportional relationships, interpreting the unit rate as the slope of the graph. Compare two different proportional relationships represented in different ways.
8.EE.8 Analyze and solve pairs of simultaneous linear equations.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES:
The student will complete 3-4 lessons (units) per month, per the timeline below. Each lesson consists of video instruction, 3 practice worksheets on new material, 3 systematic review worksheets, an activity page (optional), and a test. There is a unit test after every 7 lessons and a final test at the end.
MUS Algebra Contents
LESSON 1 Commutative and Associative Properties
LESSON 2 Order of Operations and Absolute Value
LESSON 3 Solve for Unknown with One Variable
Lesson 4 Distributive Property
LESSON 5 Number Lines and Cartesian Coordinates
LESSON 6 Graphing a Line
LESSON 7 Slope-Intercept Formula
LESSON 8 Graphing a Line
LESSON 9 Graphing Parallel Lines
LESSON 10 Graphing Perpendicular Lines
LESSON 11 Finding the Slope-Intercept Formula
LESSON 12 Graphing Inequalities
LESSON 13 Solving Simultaneous Equations
LESSON 14 Solving Simultaneous Equations

LESSON 15 Solving Simultaneous Equations
LESSON 16 Coin Problems
LESSON 17 Consecutive Integers
LESSON 18 Multiplication and Division
LESSON 19 Exponents
LESSON 20 Addition and Multiplication of Polynomials
LESSON 21 Factor Polynomials
Lesson 22 Factoring Trinomials with Coefficients
Lesson 23 Factoring Trinomials
Lesson 24 Square Roots and Dividing Polynomials
Lesson 25 Difference of Two Squares
Lesson 26 Repeated Factoring of Polynomials
Lesson 27 Solving Equations with Factoring
Lesson 28 Unit Multipliers
Lesson 29 Square Unit Multipliers
Lesson 30 Metric Conversions
Lesson 31 Fractional Exponents
LESSON 32 Significant Digits and Scientific Notation
LESSON 33 Bases Other than Ten
LESSON 34 Graphing a Circle and an Ellipse
LESSON 35 Graphing a Parabola and a Hyperbola
TIMELINE:
September: Lessons 1 – 3
Commutative and Associative Properties
Order of Operations
Solving for an Unknown with One Variable
Goals worked on: M1.3.A
October: Lessons 4 - 7
Distributive Property
Cartesian Coordinates
Graphing a Line
Slope-Intercept Formula
Goals worked on: M1.1.C. , M1.3.H
November: Lessons 8 - 12
Graphing Parallel Lines and the Equation of a Line
Graphing Perpendicular Lines
Finding the Slope-Intercept Formula with Different Givens
Graphing Inequalities
Goals worked on: M1.3.A. 8.EE.3
December: Lessons 13-14
Solving Simultaneous Equations by Graphing

Solving Simultaneous Equations by Substitution
Goals worked on: M1.3.C, 8.EE.8
January: Lessons 15-18
Solving Simultaneous Equations by Elimination
Coin Problems
Consecutive Integers
Multiplication and Division with Exponents
Goals worked on: M1.2.C, 8.EE.8
February: Lessons 19-21
Negative Exponents and Raising Exponents to a Power
Addition and Multiplication of Polynomials
Factor Polynomials
March: Lessons 22-25
Factor Trinomials with Coefficients
Factor Trinomials with Negative Numbers
Square Roots and Dividing Polynomials
Difference of Two Squares and Oriental Squares
April: Lessons 26-29
Repeated Factoring of Polynomials
Solving Equations with Factoring
Unit Multipliers
Square Unit Multipliers
May: Lessons 30-33
Metric Conversions
Fractional Exponents
Significant Digits and Scientific Notation
Bases Other Than Ten
June: Lessons 34-35
Graphing a Circle and an Ellipse
Graphing a Parabola and a Hyperbola
EVALUATION:
For successful completion of this course, the student will complete at least 70% of the lessons/goals, at a minimum of 70% accuracy. She will complete one lesson weekly, including tests.
September Complete Lessons 1 – 3
October Complete Lessons 4 - 7
November Complete Lessons 8 - 12
December Complete Lessons 13-14
January Complete Lessons 15 - 18
February Complete Lessons 19 - 21

March Complete Lessons 22 -25
April Complete Lessons 26 - 29
May Complete Lessons 30 - 33
June Complete Lesson 34-35