Course Overview
This Algebra 1 course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and skills needed to succeed in high school mathematics and beyond. Students will develop a deep understanding of algebraic reasoning through engaging lessons, practice problems, real-world applications, and assessments. The course covers variables, expressions, equations, inequalities, functions, and graphing, with a focus on developing problem-solving skills and mathematical fluency.
Course Units Include:
- Introduction to Algebra: Variables, Expressions, and Equations
- Order of Operations (PEMDAS) and Evaluating Expressions
- Real Numbers and Their Properties
- Solving One-Step and Two-Step Equations
- Solving Multi-Step Equations and Inequalities
- Graphing Linear Equations and Functions
- Slope and Rate of Change
- Writing Linear Equations
- Systems of Equations: Graphing, Substitution, and Elimination
- Exponents and Exponential Functions
- Polynomials and Factoring
- Solving Quadratic Equations and Graphing Parabolas
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to evaluate algebraic expressions, solve linear and quadratic equations, analyze functions, model relationships with graphs, and apply algebraic concepts to real-world problems.
Course Format:
The course consists of interactive lessons, instructional videos, practice assignments, quizzes, and unit tests. It is suitable for middle and high school students, homeschoolers, or learners reviewing algebra fundamentals.
