Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.
Albert Einstein
Online and Private Classes
ONLINE CLASSES
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SMALL GROUP CLASSES
All classes are conducted in a small group instruction. All classes run from late August through May for a total of 30 weeks. Please inquire about day and time if you are interested. Most classes are held in Los Altos (Foothill Ewy / El Monte). I am an Ocean Grove vendor.
REGISTRATION
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CLASES OFFERED
CLASSES OFFERED
Enrichment for Elementary School
Problem solving with an emphasis on developing problem solving strategies and solid foundation for mathematical thinking. There will be games, puzzles, history, real world topics and brain teasers that might not be covered in regular curriculum. Kids will apply concepts they have learned and develop new knowledge & problem solving strategies. It is also be useful for math competition such as Math Olympia and Math Kangaroo. There will be 3 levels: 1-2 grade, 3-4 grade and 5-6 grades.
Elementary School Problem Solving Math (Level 2, 3, 4, 5)
This is challenging but fun course that emphasizes problem solving. It is a full year curriculum that can replace the math teaching at home. There are hands-on activities and games to supplement the text by Beast Academy. The series teaches math through reasoning and problem solving. Students complete weekly assignment at home. The classes are geared towards kids who love mathematics or challenging problems. There will be 4 levels.
Pre requisite: An assessment test will be sent to those who signed up.
Level 2: Student should be able to count beyond 100 by 1’s, 5’s, and 10’s, know basic shapes, be able to add and subtract numbers from 1 to 20, and be able to solve simple word problems.
Level 3: Student should be comfortable adding and subtracting multi-digit numbers and must have a solid understanding of place value.
Level 4: Student should understand the basics of perimeter and area, multiplication and division, measurement, fractions, and estimation.
Level 5: Student should be familiar with variables, adding and subtracting integers and decimals, and multiplying whole numbers with fractions.
Textbook: Beast Academy 2, 3, 4, 5
Day and Time:
Level 2 , 3, 4, 5 Per request
Level 2 Tuesday 2:30-3:30 pm (Online)
Level 4 Monday 3:30-4:30 pm
Level 5 Monday 2:20-3:15 pm
Pre Algebra Monday 4:30 - 5:25pm
Class size 5-8 students
Cost: $749 per semester, discount of $50 if signed up and paid by 6/30.
AMC 8 Prep
This course is an introduction to the problem solving strategies for the AMC 8 tests.
What is the AMC 8?
The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The AMC 8 provides an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique problem-solving challenges in a low-stress and friendly environment. This year, the AMC 8 test date is November 13, 2018.
Date and Time: TBD
Pre Algebra
This course provides students with a solid foundation in arithmetic, geometry, measurement, and related topics required for success in Beginning Algebra. Specific topics include arithmetic operations on integers and rational numbers; variables, expressions, and equations; area, volume, and the Pythagorean Theorem; ratio, proportion, and percent; measurement and graphing; and solving application problems. There will be two classes based on interest. One is regular, the other is honor using Art of Problem Solving as the text.
Textbook:
Regular track -- Prealgebra by Lial ISBN-10: 0321567927
Honor track -- Art of Problem Solving Pre Algebra
Algebra 1
The course will cover topics include: the elementary structure and language of real numbers, understanding and manipulating algebraic expressions including polynomials, radical expressions, and rational expressions, solving linear and second-degree equations, understanding inequalities and systems of equations. Emphasis is placed on word problems and graphing. There will be two classes based on interest. One is regular, the other is honor using Art of Problem Solving as the text.
Pre requisite: Pre Algebra.
Textbook:
Regular track -- Beginning Algebra by Lial ISBN-10: 0321437268
Honor track -- Art of Problem Solving Introduction to Algebra
Day and Time: Monday 12 pm
Geometry
This course applies the deductive approach to geometry. Primary topics include: logic, congruence of polygons, inequalities, similarity, properties of circles, area of plane figures, surface area and volume of solids, basic trigonometry, and coordinate geometry. There will be two classes based on interest. One is regular, the other is honor using Art of Problem Solving as the text.
Prerequisite: Beginning Algebra.Textbook:
Regular track -- Geometry: USCMP Geometry ISBN-10: 0076110230
Honor track -- Art of Problem Solving Introduction to Geometry
Algebra 2
This course reviews and extends the topics of beginning algebra: linear equations and inequalities, absolute value, quadratic inequalities, roots and exponents, and systems of equations. Other topics include: exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, and arithmetic and geometric sequences. There will be two classes based on interest. One is regular, the other is honor using Art of Problem Solving as the text.
Prerequisite: Beginning Algebra.
Textbook:
Regular track -- Intermediate Algebra by Lial ISBN-10: 0321557646
Honor track -- Art of Problem Solving Intermediate Algebra
Pre Calculus & Trigonometry
The course builds on and deepens all the topics from Intermediate Algebra. Functions are studied in detail, including composition and inverses. Other topics include: the algebra of exponential and logarithmic functions, techniques of graphing and matrices, sequences and series, and analytic geometry. Approximately one third of the course focuses on trigonometry and its applications. There will be two classes based on interest. One is regular, the other is honor using Art of Problem Solving as the text.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra.
Textbook:
Regular track -- Precalculus by Lial ISBN-10: 0321528840
Honor track -- Art of Problem Solving Precalculus
Calculus
This is a college course in differential and integral calculus. Topics: functions and graphs, limits, continuity, derivatives and differentiability, applications of the derivative, curve sketching, related rates, implicit differentiation, Riemann sums, indefinite and definite integrals, techniques of integration, applications of integration, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, l’Hospital’s rule, and numerical approximations to definite integrals.
Prerequisite: Precalculus & Trigonometry.
Textbook: Calculus by James Setwart ISBN-13: 978-1111873561
Probability / Statistics
This course investigates basic methods and concepts in statistics, covering the following broad themes: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, statistical inference. Students will study major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra.
Number Theory
This course provides thorough introduction for students to topics in number theory such as primes & composites, multiples & divisors, prime factorization and its uses, base numbers, modular arithmetic, divisibility rules, linear congruences, how to develop number sense, and more.
Prerequisite: Algebra 1.
Textbook:
Art of Problem Solving : Introduction to Number Theory ISBN: 978-1-934124-12-3
Counting and Probability
This course provides a thorough introduction for students to counting and probability topics such as permutations, combinations, Pascal's triangle, geometric probability, basic combinatorial identities, the Binomial Theorem.
Prerequisite: Algebra 1.
Textbook:
Art of Problem Solving : Introduction to Counting & Probability ISBN: 978-1-934124-10-9
TUITION
All classes require a one year commitment of a total of 30 weeks from late September to May. Please inquire about the classes.
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Enrichment for elementary school, Pre Algebra, Beginning Algebra, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra, Number Theory, Counting and Probability
A one year commitment of a total of 30 weeks.
60 minutes class
$749 per semester
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PreCalculus, Calculus, Statistics
A one year commitment of a total of 30 weeks.
90 minutes class
Note: Ocean Grove members will pay “out-of-pocket” for $100 deposit in order to reserve a seat in the class. First purchase order should be made before the first class. The deposit will be returned in the last class.