Courses
Algebra 2 - On-level
Course Structure & Unit Breakdown
Semester 1: The Power of Polynomials
Unit 1: Foundations, Inequalities & Systems
Goal: Master the tools for analyzing relationships between multiple variables.
1.1 Domain & Range: Interval notation and set-builder notation.
1.2 Absolute Value Equations: Solving and graphing $|x|$.
1.3 Linear Inequalities: Compound inequalities (AND vs. OR).
UIL Number Sense: The Mental Math Mastery Course
Set 1: The Foundation (Questions 1–20)
Goal: Speed and accuracy on arithmetic and basic shortcuts.
Key Strategy 1: Multiplying by 11
Key Strategy 2: Multiplying by 25
Key Strategy 3: Remainders (Divisibility)
Set 2: The Intermediate Tier (Questions 21–40)
Goal: Pattern recognition involving squares, cubes, and fractions.
Key Strategy 1: Multiplying Numbers Close to 100
Key Strategy 2: Cubes and Cube Roots
Set 3: Advanced Concepts (Questions 41–60)
Goal: Mastery of geometry formulas, laws of exponents, and bases.
Key Strategy 1: Base Conversions
Key Strategy 2: Right Triangle Triples
Set 4: The Expert Tier (Questions 61–80)
Goal: Complex number theory, sequences, and estimation.
Key Strategy 1: Estimation (marked with *)
Key Strategy 2: Combinations and Permutations
