Algebra Nation District Administrator Letter

ALGEBRA NATION
ALGEBRA NATION provides an effective, easy, and FREE way for students to master Algebra 1 and
prepare for the PSAT, ACT, or SAT year-round. ALGEBRA NATION provides FREE interactive instructional
videos, workbooks, and tutoring resources aligned to the Michigan Mathematics Standards.
ACCELERATE, DIFFERENTIATE, REMEDIATE
ALGEBRA NATION is flexible and can be used in many ways depending on students’ needs and
teachers’ instructional approaches. Teachers can set up a blended learning environment or turn their
classroom into a flipped classroom; and they will never lose a teaching day, as they can use ALGEBRA
NATION videos when they have a substitute. These benefits translate to better student engagement,
greater teacher empowerment, and improved results in class and on high-stakes standardized tests.
We watch these videos in class, and it really helps me understand the subject we are learning
better. Math has never been my strongest subject so when we're watching the video and
suddenly everything clicks, it's a really great feeling. Thank you!
– Caitlin Hopkins, Student
This is an excellent program. It is one of the most effective and interactive online learning
programs I have ever used. I have not found another program that offers hands-on
experience and makes it a fun learning experience. It has boosted my student’s confidence
and built a liking for Algebra.
– Marlene Cyr-Tench, Algebra Teacher
WHAT IS ALGEBRA NATION?
1. Dynamic Instructional Videos: Engaging content videos aligned to the latest Michigan
Mathematics Standards feature study experts and dynamic teachers. Students can choose from
multiple instructors to find the style and pace that matches their preferences.
2. Study Guides: Study Guides are available in PDF format, so students can follow along with the
video lessons. Study Guides are also compiled into ALGEBRA NATION workbooks, which are available
at no cost to every Algebra 1 student in Michigan public schools. Contact Kayleigh Edgecombe
([email protected] / 313-288-9482) to order workbooks today!
3. Interactive Wall: Students can ask questions and receive answers from peers and teachers on the
Algebra Nation Wall. Study Experts monitor the interactions in real-time, answering questions and
reading every thread to ensure the accuracy of peer replies. The Wall is a supportive learning
Have questions or want to learn more?
Contact [email protected] or call 1-888-608-MATH. We’d love to hear from you!
environment where students can ask questions they may not want to ask in class. Student
collaboration on the Wall provides learning opportunities not only for the students asking
questions, but for those helping actively and those following the threads as well!
4. Classroom Applications: Teachers use Algebra Nation to differentiate and individualize instruction.
Teachers can also use the videos as a tool for blended instruction. Algebra Nation provides
teachers with a full set of tools to track student progress, monitor student mastery of each unit,
and analyze student-learning patterns.
5. Universal Accessibility: Students, teachers and parents access the app on a desktop, laptop,
tablet or smartphone 24/7. They can draw graphs with their mouse or finger and can use their
smartphones to take photos of their work to post on the interactive Algebra Wall.
6. “Test Yourself!” Practice Tool: This tool allows students to practice math skills in an online
environment and then refers students to specific solutions and videos based on the questions they
missed on the quiz. The tool helps teachers identify and address growth areas for their students.
7. Teacher Area: This teachers-only area unites teachers from across the state, creating a
collaborative environment where teachers can share best practices and resources. Teachers
have access to extra resources including lesson plans, extra practice problems, and more.
Teachers can also pull reports on students’ usage of ALGEBRA NATION.
Schedule an ALGEBRA NATION Training Session for your District!
We offer FREE district-wide professional development and training sessions. We tailor our trainings
to the needs and schedule of your district, and can design sessions that last from 45 minutes to 3
hours.
Teachers have called our PDs “the BEST PD they ever attended” as we provide concrete
resources and material that can be applied in the classroom immediately. Email
[email protected] to schedule a training today!
Have questions or want to learn more?
Contact [email protected] or call 1-888-608-MATH. We’d love to hear from you!