Algebra in Simplest Terms

Creator: Annenberg Media | visit site

Grade Range: 8 - 11

This site offers a video instructional series on algebra through 26 half-hour video programs. Host Sol Garfunkel explains how algebra is used for solving real-world problems and clearly explains concepts that may baffle many students. Graphic illustrations help students connect mathematics to daily life. rn<br><br>rnThe website is free, however the website does explain, “Due to licensing agreements, online viewing of the videos for this resource is restricted to network connections in the United States and Canada.”rn

In the Classroom

Use these videos with students to introduce, reinforce, or review algebraic concepts. Share the videos on you projector or interactive whiteboard. Ask your students to watch one of the video lessons and create a multimedia presentation from the information they learn there. Challenge students to create a video and share using a site such as SchoolTube (<a href="/single.cfm?id=9437">reviewed here</a>).

At Home

Can’t help you student with algebra? Watch these videos to refresh your memory on algebraic concepts. Watch them WITH your student.

Tags

equations, exponents, polynomials, equations, exponents, polynomials,

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