Algebra 1
About this class
Algebra 1A & Algebra 1B are the same course offered at 2 different times.
Curriculum: Saxon Algebra 1, third edition
Course Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Saxon 8/7 or Saxon Algebra 1/2 or equivalent math with letter of recommendation from former teacher. Placement test available here.
Provide students with a college-prep math course that will give them the foundation they need to successfully move into higher levels of math. Saxon Algebra 1, 3rd Edition covers all of the traditional first-year algebra topics while helping students build higher-order thinking skills, real-world application skills, reasoning, and an understanding of interconnecting math strands. Saxon Algebra 1 focuses on algebraic thinking through multiple representations, including verbal, numeric, symbolic, and graphical, while graphing calculator labs model mathematical situations.
Incremental lessons include a "Warm Up" activity; "New Concepts" section that introduces new concepts through examples with sidebar hints and notes; and "Lesson Practice" questions with lesson reference numbers underneath the question number. Online connections are given throughout for additional help. Real-world applications and continual practice & review provide the time needed to master each concept, helping students to build confidence in their mathematical abilities.
This course counts as 1 credit on a high school transcript.
**If this course is completed along with Saxon Algebra 2, and Saxon Advanced Math (Pre-Cal) - a student will receive 4 total math credits and not need to take Geometry as a stand alone course.