Algebra Through Visual Patterns

Grade Level: 6-10

Learn ways to teach algebraic concepts with concrete, visual representations. Develop strategies to deepen understanding while exploring activities related to patterns, relations, and functions.

Algebra Through Visual Patterns, offers a genuine alternative to the usual algebra course. It calls for an approach to learning in which students:

• Explore algebraic concepts using manipulatives, models, and sketches.
• Engage in meaningful discourse on their learning of mathematics.
• Present their methods, rationale, and solutions to problems both orally and in writing.
• Build on existing knowledge to increase their understanding.

This workshop is approriate for teachers whose students have a range of background and abilities.  It offers differentiated instruction through activities that are accessible at various levels of understanding from talented and gifted students to those who have been judged unsuccessful in previous algebra courses or are learning algebra for the first time.

Text and Materials

All participants receive the two-volume teachers guide, Algebra Through Visual Patterns, as well as the Algebra Through Visual Patterns manipulative kit.

Scheduled Classes

View the current workshop schedule for the details regarding the open enrollment workshops that are scheduled at this time. We also arrange many contract workshops that are sponsored by schools or districts. For more information about bringing professional development to your school or district, please see About Workshops or call 1-800-575-8130.