Quality of Content: This site provides an Online Course for Pre-Algebra and Algebra. It addresses the fundamental concepts of Pre-Algebra and Algebra in an interactive way. The study material is presented in a logical/linear way that is both accurate and engaging. Vocabulary used at this site is consistent with course expectations.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching- Learning Tool:
Teaching Tool: This source would be a great interactive way to supplement instruction. It could also be used when students miss instruction as long as students have internet access. Each lesson provides an explanation through notes and a demonstration with virtual instructions. Students are given the opportunity to practice throughout the lesson and with homework. At the end, students are able to apply what they have learned through quizzes to ensure mastery. The lessons are organized in an effective and sequential manner that allows for students to learn a lot in a short amount of time.
Learning Tool: The instructors/authors use hints and questions to activate student's prior knowledge and deepen student understanding. Each lesson clearly identifies a learning goal or objective and then continues to break the information down into sequential chunks for students. Mini quizzes and lessons provide students with instant feedback regarding the specific objective. This site also offers students an opportunity to practice and strengthen their knowledge with homework.
Ease of Use: The site is set up in a sequential, clear, and effective manner. The pages clearly identify the objectives, then lead the learners through an interactive lesson. Lessons are organized in such a way that reinforces the linear or sequential order of math. Students are given instant feedback throughout the lessons which gives them personalized instruction and will encourage them to continue through each lesson.
Concerns: Overall, I was very impressed with the site and its content. However, the virtual instruction is provided by the same two guys each time. I would like to see other instructors being used throughout the site. Just as students probably get tired of seeing me everyday, they may also tire of always seeing the same two guys instructing them. Students will not always learn in the same way, and by providing them with different instructors, you are providing them with different teaching styles as well.
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