Esse Quam Videri Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 (edited) Would you continue with AOPS Algebra? I'm not sure why I'm hesitant. I guess at some point I want to switch to a more traditional program? I had planned on Foerster's for Algebra, but she is literally LOVING AOPS Pre-A. It's definitely challenging, but very much enjoyable. BTW, I have to decide tonight-- HA! Ordering curriculum tomorrow. Edited June 16, 2016 by Esse Quam Videri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 Why would you buy three more years at once? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esse Quam Videri Posted June 16, 2016 Author Share Posted June 16, 2016 Why would you buy three more years at once? Edited! I meant Intro to Algebra :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 DS11 does not love AoPS prealgebra but does not mind it. He has used the two algebra, geometry and precalc books and choose to stick with aops for calculus. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wapiti Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 I love the Prealgebra text more than Intro to Algebra, but nonetheless, if she loves the Prealgebra text that much, no other algebra text is going to hold a candle to AoPS Intro to Algebra. ...and oh my the Geometry :001_wub: . So yeah, go ahead and place your order :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 (edited) We started with AOPS Algebra (Pre-algebra did not yet exist) and never looked at another piece of math curriculum again. Why would you want to switch if it works for her? It is the best - and if she loves it, there is no reason not to continue. Edited June 16, 2016 by regentrude 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiara.I Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 Would you continue with AOPS Algebra? I'm not sure why I'm hesitant. I guess at some point I want to switch to a more traditional program? I had planned on Foerster's for Algebra, but she is literally LOVING AOPS Pre-A. It's definitely challenging, but very much enjoyable. BTW, I have to decide tonight-- HA! Ordering curriculum tomorrow. What is it about a more traditional program that appeals to you more than AoPS? I mean, your child is doing very challenging math and loving it. So what is the draw for you to a different program? Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loesje22000 Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 DD loved AoPS Pre-A and is currently working through Intro-A. She preferred Pre-A for a long time, but likes intro-A now too. We are very sad AoPS is not geared to our Flemish exams, so we have to switch somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J&JMom Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 (edited) My son adores AoPS Pre-Algebra and plans to continue with Intro Algebra chapters 1-10 next year after we finish the perky public school required textbook to transfer credit in high school in 2017. He is rather annoyed about that, but that story is in another post. My only complaint about Pre Algebra AoPS is the utter lack of graphing/translations which is part of the state standards. Yes, I follow those since I plan to return my kids to school in high school, so I had to supplement with a few chapters from another text. Other than that he pretty much taught himself with the videos, text, and Alcumus. Edited June 16, 2016 by J&JMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJosMom Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 If your child is loving AoPS Pre-Algebra, I'd say stick with it. As for any gaps between AoPS and other programs, I wouldn't sweat it. If your DD is able to handle AoPS, she'll certainly be able to quickly fill the gaps (I suspect Khan Academy would be adequate for that purpose.) As for the lure of the traditional program, I understand that. I am a very linear thinker, and Foerster sits upon my shelf, gently calling my name and being soundly ignored by my AoPS-loving daughter. Here, I'm teaching directing the education of my opposite, so I can understand being conflicted. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsfamily Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 Ds12 just finished AOPS PreA and loved it. I think he would be upset if I went with a different program for Algebra so I didn't even think about switching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyP Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 My dd is loving Intro even more than Prealgebra. I would definitely stick with it. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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