Are you tired of writing college algebra materials and recording videos?
We have a free solution for college algebra content that works in today's classroom.
Dr. Maria Andersen's Contemporary Algebra Collection incorporates the practices she teaches with guided notes, content organized by objectives, and videos for students to watch. This collection makes teaching College Algebra enjoyable for both students and instructors.
This is an open curriculum tested in the classroom and built for instructors and students alike. Click above to access all the materials and video links so you can teach with the materials if desired. There is no charge for access.
Course resources include
Table of Contents
that is organized by objective to support effective assessment practices.
Guided notes
for each topic for students to actively engage with content. Each section of guided notes has an accompanying video for students to watch and learn.
Major Course Competencies
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Solve Equations Algebraically: Solve a variety of equation types so that you are prepared for mathematics you might encounter in other courses and careers.
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Graphs and Relationships: Interpret the key features of graphs and relate graphs to the mathematics of their equations to wisely use math in other contexts.
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Real-World Applications: Translate textual information into mathematics and vice versa in applications to real-world problems to enhance problem solving skills.
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Create Models from Data: Create an appropriate mathematical model for a set of data to make interpolations and extrapolations.
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Technology and Reasonability: Apply technology to enhance mathematical interpretation and determine reasonability of solutions since real-world problems rarely involve equations with integers.
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Fluency in Terminology and Notation: Demonstrate fluency with function notation and mathematical terminology in equations, graphs, tables, and words to prepare for success in other courses involving math.
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Transformations of Graphs: Apply transformations to functions to modify the behaviors of their graphs.
Functions we cover as we meet the competencies
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Linear
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Absolute Value
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Piecewise
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Quadratic
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Radical
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Exponential
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Logarithmic
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Trigonometric
Additional FREE Resources from Almy Education
How to Move Your Math Class Online
Maria Andersen | FREE on-demand training is engaging and tactical. It’s designed to give math and science teachers hands-on information to use immediately in a virtual environment. Regardless of your eLearning experience, Maria’s expertise will allow you to move to a virtual environment with greater ease.
How to Use Kahoot! and Desmos Activity Builder
This free webinar covers how to use Kahoot! and Desmos Activity Builder in both synchronous and asynchronous remote instruction. Participants will experience these platforms from both the instructor and student perspective remotely as well as the various ways they can be implemented.
