Algebra 1 is one of the most intimidating subjects for math students. The reason is that prior to this point students have been dealing with numbers such as "3" and "43" and now suddenly in Pre-Algebra And Algebra 1 they begin to deal with variables such as "x" and "y". This concept at first can seem a bit daunting with all of those letters running around!

The Math Video Tutor is named "Fractions Thru Algebra" because it starts off with the very basics - fractions - and from there slowly progresses into Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1. A great deal of time is spent on fractions and the concept of a negative number before the student is presented with Algebraic Expressions, which is where most Algebra 1 Textbooks begin. In this way a solid foundation is laid upon which Algebra 1 can be conquered.

The core philosophy of this 10 hour DVD course is that "Algebra Is Easy". The way that you make it easy for a student is to start off with the basics and gradually move on to the tougher material. In this way the student builds confidence in his or her skills and confidence is the key to success in Algebra.

Topics include:
Disk 1
Sect 1 - Real Numbers And Their Graphs
Sect 2 - Fractions
Sect 3 - Exponents
Sect 4 - Add and Subtract Real Numbers, Part
Sect 5 - Multiply and Divide Real Numbers
Sect 6 - Algebraic Expressions
Sect 7 - Properties Of Real Numbers
Sect 8 - Introduction to Equations
Sect 9 - Solving More Equations
Sect 10 - Simplifying Expressions

Disk 2
Sect 11 - Solving Inequalities
Sect 12 - Natural Number Exponents
Sect 13 - Zero and Negative Exponents
Sect 14 - Polynomials
Sect 15 - Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
Sect 16 - Multiplying Polynomials
Sect 17 - Dividing Polynomials by Monomials
Sect 18 - Dividing Polynomials by Polynomials
Sect 19 - Factor The Greatest Common Factor
Sect 20 - Factor By Grouping

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