Mar 18 2009
Did you know…
That a company called Math without Borders has developed videos to go with other classic / traditional textbooks including:
- Algebra I: Expressions, Equations, and Applications, by Paul A. Foerster
- Geometry-A Guided Inquiry, by G. D. Chakerian, Calvin D. Crabill, and Sherman K. Stein
- Algebra and Trigonometry: Functions and Applications, by Paul A. Foerster
- Precalculus with Trigonometry: Concepts and Applications, by Paul A. Foerster
Hmm, as I contemplate what algebra I program to move on to – one requirement is that it have a video teaching element and complete solutions. What I have found so far is:
- Teaching Textbooks – may need to consider staying with the series through pre-calculus to make it the equivalent of more typical programs through Algebra II. Or, supplement with another program like ALEKS.
- Saxon with Dive CD’s or John Saxon’s DVD’s (Saxon presents the lessons in a real classroom setting)
- Math U See (videos for weekly lessons)
- VideoText
- Uncle Dan’s Algebra (Algebra I only to date)
- Chalkdust
- Lial/Hornsby Series (support material for the textbook) and videos from Pearson
- … what else?
I will post back when I come up with more options. I have found after using MathUSee and then Teaching Textbooks, that my children greatly appreciate having a calm teacher repeat a lesson several times, without becoming frustrated 
As I peruse the internet, I discovered some additional resources:
- Pre-algebra and Algebra resources
- Free Online video Algebra Program from University of California
- Online Graphing Calculator (algebra lessons are also available)
- State of Alabama Math links
- Free Algebra Homework help
- ALEKS - online math program, free month trial
