Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics Student Pack

Students should start at their individual level of mastery. While concepts are reviewed continuously throughout the Math-U-See Curriculum, it is important that previously presented concepts have prepared a solid foundation. Please read the information below and use the placement tools provided to determine which level best meets the needs of your student. 

Your student may be ready for Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics if they can:

• Proficiently add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals
• Convert between a fraction, decimal, and percent
• Solve one-step equations
• Plot points on a number line and coordinate grid
• Perform operations with integers
• Write an algebraic expression to solve a word problem
  
  

The Math-U-See placement tool is designed to help ensure proper initial placement and will give you a clear indication if your student is ready for Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics.

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Readiness Guidelines and Bridge Materials

After you determine your student is ready for Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics we recommend using the free Bridge Materials: Pre-Algebra to Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics materials. These materials cover some of the essential concepts and skills needed for success in an algebra course that may have been forgotten or not covered in great depth in previous studies.

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Algebra 1: Principles of Secondary Mathematics Lesson Titles

Unit 1: Foundations of Algebra

• The Language of Algebra
• Solving Equations
• Solving Absolute Value Equations
• Solving Inequalities
• Ratios, Proportions, and Rates
• Understanding Data

Unit 2: Linear Equations and Functions

• Functions
• Using Graphs
• Scope and Linear Functions
• Writing Linear Equations
• More Forms of Lines
• Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
• Scatter Plots
• Types of Functions and Arithmetic Sequences

Unit 3: Systems of Equations and Inequalities

• Graphing Systems
• Solving Systems Algebraically
• Applications of Linear Systems
• More Applications of Linear Systems

Unit 4: Polynomial Expressions and Equations

• Product and Power Rules for Exponents
• Polynomial Expressions
• Introduction to Factoring Polynomials
• Patterns in Factoring
• Factoring Polynomials
• More Factoring
• Applications of Quadratics

Unit 5: Quadratics, Exponentials, Radicals

• Graphing Quadratics
• More Graphic Quadratics
• More Exponent Rules
• Radical Expressions and Equations
• Exponential Functions

Extension Lessons

Extension Lesson material is only available in the Digital Toolbox.

• Completing the Square
• The Quadratic Formula and the Discriminant
• Graphing Linear and Quadratic Systems