A Visual Approach to Introductory Algebra Concepts and Skills. Algebra Concepts is a great tool for introducing students to many of the difficult concepts that are necessary for success in higher level math courses. This unique program includes a special feature, the Algebra Tool Kit, where students graphically illustrate algebraic expressions, plot functions and perform operations with integers, monomials, binomials and polynomials.
Students can complete learning activities online .
Using the Algebra Tool Kit students can explore fundamental algebra concepts in a hands-on way. Algebra Tiles with values of positive and negative 1, x and x2, enable the students to create groups of tiles to represent binomials and polynomials. By combining sets students see how algebraic expressions can be added, subtracted, multiplied or factored. If a set of tiles is defined as a function it can be linked to a graph. Teachers can assign homework activities which are accessed online.