By using specific rules to transform the given equations, students construct solutions to problems in the manner of an algebraic proof. Every lesson has a homework assignment from the textbook. Students should expect to spend between 5-10 hours per week completing all the online and offline course assignments. At the end of each section of the course, students complete exams . Exams are first done on paper, then entered into an exam page like the one shown at left.
Students get immediate feedback on their answers.
Exams are submitted both electronically and via mail. Many problems involve longer proofs and derivations and must be graded by hand. At the end of the course, students take a final exam. The course grade is largely based on the final exam grade.