Sunday, June 10, 2012

Video Text Math Courses


I was first told about Video Text Interactive Mathematics from a trusted friend, and fellow Christian homeschooler. She shared with me that Dr. Jay Wile, author of Apologia Science curriculum, recommends Video Text. Then, I started hearing more people talk about what a great curriculum Video Text is. I'm seriously considering Video Text for Pre-Algebra and above. First let me share a little about Video Text, and then I'll share Dr. Jay Wile's review.

What is VideoText Interactive?
     VideoText Interactive is an innovative company that is blazing new trails in math education. Our programs, "Algebra: A Complete Course," and "Geometry: A Complete Course" use new, interactive, video-based strategies to teach Algebra and Geometry from start to finish.  Students love the brief lessons, and the clear explanations of the concepts.
 
      The main components are the “videotext” (the video lessons), and a WorkText.  However, unlike textbooks that may use a video supplement, in this case, the video lessons ARE the textbook!  With computer-generated graphics, animation, and color-sequencing, the student will actually enjoy watching the mathematics concepts develop right on the screen.

       And that's not all!  With each Module of the course, you receive much more than just the video lessons!  Also included are Course Notes, WorkText, Solutions Manual, Progress Tests, & an Instructor's Guide with Detailed Solutions to all Quiz and Test Problems.

ALGEBRA Review by Dr. Jay Wile,
Author of Apologia Science Curriculum


     "The quality of mathematics is extremely important to me, as math and science go hand-in-hand. There are many students who cannot handle my chemistry course, for example, because they have not had a good algebra course. That is why I strongly encourage you to look at Videotext Interactive's algebra course. It is, truly, the best that I have seen.

     The course teaches real mathematics. It does not use tricks or shortcuts. Instead, it teaches the student to think mathematically. That's what is missing from many algebra courses! The use of animation and graphics is excellent. They do not detract from the learning, as is the case with some video courses I have seen. Instead, they enhance the student's ability to understand what is happening in each and every step along the way. 
 
     If you want your student to really learn algebra, then you should use this course. In short, this course is a scientist's dream come true!   Every science-oriented student should use it."

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