How to get the most out of High School Mathematics Algebra 1, Part One with Monica Breier:

  • First, prepare the course materials below before watching the first class.
  • Then have a notebook ready and available for class notes during each recording.
  • Be sure to have all previous lessons completed before moving on to the next recording.
  • Do the assignments, quizzes, and any extra work assigned for that week.
  • Be sure to check off checklists as you progress through each week.
  • Once the course is completed to the parent's and professor’s satisfaction, there is a Certificate of Completion at the end to be filled in for your records.

 This is Part One of a two-part course. 

 Total Classes: 14 classes, 14  Supplement recorded classes

Duration: 55 minutes live, 20-30 minutes recorded

Prerequisite: Successful completion of a pre-algebra course or equivalent

Suggested Grade Level: 9th grade (advanced 8th welcome)

Suggested Credit: Full semester Math

Instructor: Monica Breier

Instructor Email: breiermm@gmail.com

Course Description: Thorough Algebra 1 course that seamlessly flows through very basic concepts to non-linear functions by course end. We discuss linear equations, linear inequalities, solving systems, and polynomials in the first semester.

Course Description: Thorough Algebra 1 course that seamlessly flows through very basic concepts to non-linear functions by course end. We discuss linear equations, linear inequalities, solving systems, and polynomials in the first semester.

Course Outline:

  • Week 1: Basic Concepts of Algebra

  • Week 2-3: Linear Equations

  • Week 4-5: Linear Inequalities

  • Week 6-7: Relations and Functions

  • Week 8-9: Linear Functions

  • Week 10-12: Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities

  • Week: 13-16: Operations with Polynomials, Course Review

Course Materials: Sadlier-Oxford Algebra 1 Sourcebook (ISBN 0821582097) and Sadlier-Oxford Algebra 1 Practice Book (ISBN 0821582291). Please check Amazon and other sellers for used copies of the textbook. Other materials include graph paper, a ruler, and a scientific calculator.

Homework: Daily assignments (aside from test days) taking 20-30 minutes, with weekly quizzes, and tests occurring every week to two weeks.

Course Calendar: The following link is for the semester's course calendar. Please note it may change. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WvnmqG8gYWdnRLFjxKMycaiInFE2GpsicIJUgU2Yvlw/edit?usp=sharing

Technical Help: If you have any technical trouble or questions about course content, please email us at homeschoolconnections@gmail.com.