Honors Algebra 1
Description
This course should be commenced once the student completes the Prealgebra textbook and is the equivalent of the Algebra 1 course usually taken in eighth grade or high school.
Of the two Algebra 1 courses in our curriculum, this is the more challenging option, requiring both more time and a strong interest in math on the part of the student. The Art of Problem Solving textbook covers the material in far greater depth than a traditional high school course. It contains more exploration of advanced concepts, and less review, than a standard Algebra 1 course.
Aim to spend between thirty minutes and an hour per day, four or five days a week on this book. Start each new section by watching the free videos for the relevant section at artofproblemsolving.com/videos/algebra1. Then, go over the example problems. Finally, work through the problems at the end of the section in the textbook (there is no workbook). Aim to spend about two days on each section.
Be aware that the textbook includes problems of a wide range of difficulty, and the majority of students (and parents!) are not expected to solve the most challenging ones without help. Use the solutions manual to work through any missed problems together. You may opt to skip the "Challenge" sections and complete only the regular problems if desired.
You may start this course in seventh, eighth or ninth grade, depending on when you complete the precursor Prealgebra course. Take the time to work through it at the student's own pace. There are 120 sections in the book. At a pace of two sections per week, you can complete the course within fourteen months (spanning two grades plus vacations). You can complete the course within nine months at a pace of three sections per week.
For students who would like to go more in depth or prefer a live class format, Art of Problem Solving also offers challenging, instructor-led online classes at artofproblemsolving.com/school.
Once this course is completed, the student will be well prepared for high school Geometry or Algebra 2.
Course components
Introduction to Algebra
By Art of Problem Solving
Math Without Numbers
By Milo Beckman
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