Basic Algebra Shape-Up - Hands-on software tutorials that cover integers, formulas, equations and more

Set 1: Using Word Problems to Introduce Algebraic Concepts, Math levels 6 - 9
Set 2: Introduction to Integers and Working With Algebraic Expressions and Equations, Math levels 6 - 9

Each set contains 600 problems and 1,500 questions.
Contextual help and feedback throughout.
All student work is stored in the Teacher Program Manager

Set 1 concepts covered include:

Algebraic approach to adding and subtracting.
Algebraic approach to multiplying and dividing.
Formulas for finding interest.
Creating formulas from tables.
Probability - making predictions.
Interpret and apply information from graphs.
Ratios, proportions, and scale.

Set 2 concepts covered include:

Introducing integers.
Operations with integers.
Multiplying and dividing monomials.
Simplifying expressions.
Evaluating algebraic expressions.
Solving multi-step equations.

RESOURCES FOR BASIC ALGEBRA SHAPE-UP:

Basic Algebra Shape-Up Software
Program Manual
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Teacher Program Manager
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Pricing for each set:

PROGRAM VERSIONS	PRICE
Home Version	~~$79.00~~ $49.00*
1 Station: Stand-alone	$199.00
5 Pack: 1 Station: Stand-alone	$699.00
5 Stations: Networkable	$1,249.00
10 Stations: Networkable	$2,125.00
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* Special pricing until September 14, 2010

Pricing for Sets 1 & 2:

PROGRAM VERSIONS	PRICE
Home Version	n/a
1 Station: Stand-alone	$299.00
5 Pack: 1 Station: Stand-alone	$1,049.00
5 Stations: Networkable	$1,875.00
10 Stations: Networkable	$3,189.00
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