Pre-Algebra: A TabletClass Math Review

DISCLOSURE: I RECEIVED THIS COMPLIMENTARY PRODUCT THROUGH THE HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW.

One of the saddest yet most common stories I hear is about someone’s overlooked experience with math. Maybe they never really understood fractions or they just kept getting passed even though they were failing miserably. Math is a vital and wonderful thing, when you understand it! But if you get lost and stay lost, it is the most unwelcome place. For as many different types of learners there are, there should always be twice as many teaching tools available to ensure mathematical understanding and success. Today I get to talk about a resource that we can add to that list of curriculum options. We are looking at the Pre-Algebra course from TabletClass Math.

What We Received:

We were given a year’s access to the Pre-Algebra online course from TabletClass Math.

How It Works:

TabletClass Math is an online program that offers math classes for Middle School, High School, College, and Test Prep and advertises clear and understandable teaching methods that anyone can be successful with. The course we were given, Pre-Algebra, came with a Homeschool Parents Portal along with the student’s course. In this Parents Portal, I have access to information regarding the course, student requirements and suggestions, all of the chapter tests, answer keys, final exam, grade calculation help and a course certificate. In the Course Portal, we have access to the Pre-Algebra course which includes 16 chapters of instructional videos, practice problems, video solutions, pdf files of extra practice pages, chapter review notes, quizzes and answer keys. Students are given thorough instructions on study habits, order of procedures, and encouragement for succeeding in the course, including not moving forward until the current material is understood. The purpose is mastery at every turn with lots of opportunity to practice and prepare for quizzes and exams.

What We Thought:

My son has just started 6th grade and I thought dipping his toe into Pre-Algebra might be helpful. It was helpful, but more to tell me he isn’t quite ready for it yet. He watched a few videos and tried some of the practice problems with a little success, but a lot of struggle. The struggle was not with any method or the program itself. There were just too many elements he hadn’t encountered before. That being said, if he was further along in math by a year, we would be using this program. For homeschooling and working at the student’s pace, a mastery-based program works really well. With TabletClass Math being an online based curriculum, it might not work for those looking for book and paper only programs, but the videos are extremely helpful and paper and pencil is mandatory either way. This course is a complete Pre-Algebra package with review material, exams, and answer keys and nothing else is needed to be purchased for a full math curriculum. If you’re taking the step into math beyond elementary school, this program is a great place to learn and prep for the future.

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