Group course
Algebra 1 (Grades 8–9)
8 months · Live online classes · Starts August 15, 2026
$640 for the full course
- Schedule
Tuesday, Thursday 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Chicago time (CST)
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- Starts
- Aug 15, 2026
- Ends
- Apr 15, 2027
About this course
Master the fundamentals of Algebra with our comprehensive Algebra 1 course designed for students in Grades 8–9. Students develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills through topics such as linear equations, inequalities, functions, graphing, systems of equations, exponents, polynomials, quadratic equations, and introductory statistics. The course includes live interactive classes, weekly assignments, quizzes, mock tests, and personalized feedback to prepare students for Algebra 2, SAT, ACT, and higher-level mathematics.
Syllabus
What the course covers
10 units, taught in order in live classes. Tap a unit to see its topics.
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1 Foundations of algebra 3 topics
- Real numbers and their properties
- Expressions and order of operations
- Translating words into algebra
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2 Linear equations 4 topics
- Multi-step equations
- Equations with variables on both sides
- Literal equations and formulas
- Ratios, rates and proportions
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3 Linear inequalities 3 topics
- Solving and graphing inequalities
- Compound inequalities
- Absolute value equations and inequalities
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4 Functions 4 topics
- Relations and functions
- Function notation, domain and range
- Linear vs non-linear functions
- Arithmetic sequences as functions
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5 Linear functions and graphs 4 topics
- Slope and rate of change
- Slope-intercept, point-slope and standard form
- Parallel and perpendicular lines
- Linear models and lines of best fit
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6 Systems of equations and inequalities 4 topics
- Solving systems by graphing
- Substitution and elimination
- Systems of linear inequalities
- Word problems with systems
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7 Exponents and exponential functions 4 topics
- Laws of exponents
- Radicals and rational exponents
- Exponential growth and decay
- Geometric sequences
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8 Polynomials and factoring 4 topics
- Adding, subtracting and multiplying polynomials
- Special products
- Factoring by GCF, grouping and trinomials
- Difference of squares
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9 Quadratic functions and equations 4 topics
- Graphs of quadratics: vertex, axis, intercepts
- Solving by factoring and square roots
- Completing the square
- The quadratic formula and the discriminant
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10 Data and statistics 4 topics
- Measures of centre and spread
- Box plots and histograms
- Two-way tables
- Scatter plots and correlation
By the end of the course
- Solve and graph linear equations, inequalities and systems
- Understand functions and move between equations, tables and graphs
- Factor polynomials and solve quadratic equations several ways
- Model real situations with linear, exponential and quadratic functions
- Be ready for Geometry and Algebra 2
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