Can I teach my child algebra?
Homeschoolers often wonder if they are capable of teaching algebra or high school geometry to their child. You know, maybe your own knowledge on those areas is a little shaky, so you're not so sure what to do when the time comes.
I'd like to ease your worries:
First of all, maybe you don't have to do all the teaching, after all.
Quite recently, it seems, companies have popped up with products where you see an experienced teacher solving algebra or trig or geometry problems, from start to finish.
You're watching little video clips on your computer but it's like sitting in a classroom, almost. There's HomeworkTV.com and MathTV.com. These would work as a supplement to your algebra book.
And there's Math U See of course, a whole curriculum with videos.
And, there exist online animated lessons of great quality, for example our current advertiser MathFoundation.com.
Or, software that solves algebra problems for you.
Then there are lots of online tutoring services, and they can definitely be cheaper than hiring a live tutor.
And, if you are doing alright with teaching, for the most part, but once in a while get stuck with an algebra problem, there are MANY totally free message boards where you can just post your math question.
Hope this helps! Feel free to comment.
Tags: algebra
I'd like to ease your worries:
First of all, maybe you don't have to do all the teaching, after all.
Quite recently, it seems, companies have popped up with products where you see an experienced teacher solving algebra or trig or geometry problems, from start to finish.
You're watching little video clips on your computer but it's like sitting in a classroom, almost. There's HomeworkTV.com and MathTV.com. These would work as a supplement to your algebra book.
And there's Math U See of course, a whole curriculum with videos.
And, there exist online animated lessons of great quality, for example our current advertiser MathFoundation.com.
Or, software that solves algebra problems for you.
Then there are lots of online tutoring services, and they can definitely be cheaper than hiring a live tutor.
And, if you are doing alright with teaching, for the most part, but once in a while get stuck with an algebra problem, there are MANY totally free message boards where you can just post your math question.
Hope this helps! Feel free to comment.
Tags: algebra
Comments
But teaching can also work very well as an exercise in learning together. The parent has more experience of learning and of solving problems which s/he brings to the relationship. And the benefit of this method is that the 'student' doesn't have to feel like there is something wrong with her/him for not knowing this stuff or for finding it difficult to figure out.
Education should be about imparting a love of learning and the skills to keep learning throughout life. So do algebra together. You'll both learn something.
Every year at MassHOPE, I hear from numerous parents face -to-face the problems they have with teaching Algebra and other complex math topics to their kids. In fact, that is precisely the reason why most families that work with our tutors at clickandclimb.com enjoy the 1-on-1 and personalized learning experience.
Parents also find it comforting that they are getting help from a professional who knows what he is doing and the frequent evaluation with worksheets and practice tests, re-enforces the confidence.