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Description
It is here! Author, Maria Miller, heard the requests of the people and has developed a Grade 8 Math Mammoth curriculum. This study provides a unique math focus, as it is not a Pre-Algebra program nor a full Algebra 1. The program is broken up into A and B semester Worktexts, a test book, and an answer key for all practice and test problems.
This year of Math Mammoth is for those students who need one more year of the methodology and to build Algebra readiness skills. Not all Algebra 1 skills will be covered in this one-year course, but it will lay a solid foundation for Algebraic concepts. There are options for the path your student takes after this course. Students can follow the CCS guidelines and they would not be repeating any Algebra 1 skills. Students could go directly into a Geometry course and continue from there. Many Algebra 2 courses will have an overview of Algebra 1 concepts, meaning students could jump into an Algebra 2 course with the benefit of that review. If you want students to have a complete Algebra 1 foundation, finding an Algebra 1 course and focusing on the later skills of, polynomials, quadratic equations, rational algebraic expressions, radical algebraic expressions, and inequalities will round out their Algebra skills.
What’s covered in this level:
- Teaches traditional Pre-algebra and Algebra 1 topics.
- Introduction to functions.
- Exponent laws and Scientific Notation.
- Geometric transformations, angle relationships, and volume.
- Graphing and solving linear equations and proportional relationships.
- Irrational numbers, square and cube roots, and the Pythagorean Theorem.
- Solving systems of linear equations (in two variables).
- Statistics: scatter plots and two-way tables.
There are a few materials you will need for this course and many you may already have around your house: tracing paper, a ruler (inches and millimeters), a compass, a protractor, and graphing paper.
Currently, there are no lesson videos available for Grade 8. The hope is they will be produced in the future. ~Rebecca
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.