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Algebra 1

Monday and Wednesday · 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m. · 8th Grade and older (or younger students who demonstrate proficiency)

This Algebra 1 course delivers clear, engaging instruction tailored for homeschool students. Designed in a classical style, it emphasizes understanding, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills while also equipping parents with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to support and teach Algebra 1 effectively at home. Students attend live classes for direct instruction. All sessions are recorded and provided to families through private video access. Parents proctor exams and submit them to the instructor for grading. Topics to be covered include fundamental operations, functions and graphs, the integers, rational numbers, equations in one variable, equations in two variables, simultaneous equations, exponents, polynomials, factoring, fractions, square roots, quadratic equations, the real numbers, fractional equations and inequalities.

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Meets
Monday and Wednesday, 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
Duration
Full Year, 2x/week (28 weeks)
Ages
8th Grade and older (or younger students who demonstrate proficiency)
Cost
$420/semester, $840/year ($15/hour)
Contact hours
56 hours
Credit
1 High School Algebra 1 credit with completed homework
Prerequisites
Proficiency in core arithmetic skills. Competency in Pre-Algebra concepts is helpful but not necessary.
Required text
Elementary Algebra Set from Master Books, which includes the textbook, Elementary Algebra by Harold R. Jacobs, and the Elementary Algebra Teacher Guide, Revised Edition
Optional text
Jacobs’ Elementary Algebra e-Course (video lessons)
Materials to bring
Notebook, pen or pencil, ruler or straight edge, and a calculator (any calculator is sufficient, but a TI-30XS or equivalent is recommended)
Assessment fee
$50 for test scoring
Instructor
Pastor George Jensen

Also on Monday and Wednesday

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