pocjets Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Which of these would you choose? I know many people prefer other textbooks, but I need something with support and that my child can work through independently. I'm not "afraid" of upper level math but have 7 other kids. I've ruled out TT. My oldest has used Saxon 5/4, 6/5, 7/6, and is now using 8/7. I didn't know if Saxon is the same in upper levels or if it changes. Thank you!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freesia Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 (edited) I've used both Jacobs and Saxon. I think that Saxon would be easier to use independently. Edited September 28, 2017 by freesia 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 I'd stick with Saxon. Personally, I would not put a child into MUS Algebra if you think they will need more than the basic math credit at university. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocjets Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 I've used both Jacobs and Saxon. I think that Saxon would be easier to use independently. Great. That is what I needed to know! Thank you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocjets Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 I'd stick with Saxon. Personally, I would not put a child into MUS Algebra if you think they will need more than the basic math credit at university. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocjets Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 Thank you! I've heard that several times now about MUS. Good to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 I agree that Jacobs needs a human in the room (not necessarily always teaching, but available) whereas Saxon may or may not. But I also think that Jacobs makes math sing whereas Saxon...well...doesn't. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocjets Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 I agree that Jacobs needs a human in the room (not necessarily always teaching, but available) whereas Saxon may or may not. But I also think that Jacobs makes math sing whereas Saxon...well...doesn't. If Jacob's is done with the DVDs do you still need someone helping? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 If Jacob's is done with the DVDs do you still need someone helping? I don't know since I haven't used them or seen them. I suspect there would need to be less help. But I think it is always a good idea to have someone available to help if necessary (with any math program, not just Jacobs). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wehave8 Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 (edited) I'd stick with Saxon. Personally, I would not put a child into MUS Algebra if you think they will need more than the basic math credit at university. I haven't gone through MUS Algebra yet, and I sure hope we are not making a mistake by doing so, but I have searched MANY hours days about this. I had been under the impression that MUS wasn't enough. Then this past couple months, as I searched, I came across a LOT of postitive reviews and SUCCESS stories. I think the clincher for me was this one.. http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/topic/423083-bestmost-rigorous-upper-level-math/ Scroll down to what Pegasus says in #22. Pegasus Just pointing out another side. Pam Edited September 29, 2017 by wehave8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 I own MUS Algebra 1&2. I stand by my opinion. My STEM oriented kid is using Chalkdust Algebra 2 this year. My LD kid will be using MUS. I own both of these, and reviewed topically several other selections. They teach to a very different depth. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wehave8 Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 I own MUS Algebra 1&2. I stand by my opinion. My STEM oriented kid is using Chalkdust Algebra 2 this year. My LD kid will be using MUS. I own both of these, and reviewed topically several other selections. They teach to a very different depth. Thank you for your review of first hand experience! Pam 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocjets Posted September 29, 2017 Author Share Posted September 29, 2017 I haven't gone through MUS Algebra yet, and I sure hope we are not making a mistake by doing so, but I have searched MANY hours days about this. I had been under the impression that MUS wasn't enough. Then this past couple months, as I searched, I came across a LOT of postitive reviews and SUCCESS stories. I think the clincher for me was this one.. http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/topic/423083-bestmost-rigorous-upper-level-math/ Scroll down to what Pegasus says in #22. Pegasus Just pointing out another side. Pam Thank you! That was an encouraging review for MUS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
................... Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Which of these would you choose? I know many people prefer other textbooks, but I need something with support and that my child can work through independently. I'm not "afraid" of upper level math but have 7 other kids. I've ruled out TT. My oldest has used Saxon 5/4, 6/5, 7/6, and is now using 8/7. I didn't know if Saxon is the same in upper levels or if it changes. Thank you!! Saxon works. If it works for you and for your son, stick with it. It's not as conceptual early-on, but it really works to produce kids who are more than competent in math. I've been saying this a few times on this board lately, but my son is bright in math, maybe ? gifted range...and he used only Saxon, all along. He scored over 700 on his math SAT's as a freshman, after having only completed Saxon Algebra 2. (Hadn't even cracked ADV math yet) He is now at 15 years old, in(a high ranking) community college taking pre-calc/trig with, so far a 4.0 average, and helping other kids with their homework, and teacher giving him High-Fives. If Saxon was working, stick with it! :) Yes, my son complained a lot. Yes, he thought Saxon was awful. Yes, I was soooooo worried because it wasn't as "amazing" as AOPS or Singapore. But it has proven itself. IN FACT I wish I had had him do ADV Math at home, and start with Calc at college! It would have been a better education. But he loves his teacher and the experience, so I'm stuck now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 Which of these would you choose? I know many people prefer other textbooks, but I need something with support and that my child can work through independently. I'm not "afraid" of upper level math but have 7 other kids. I've ruled out TT. My oldest has used Saxon 5/4, 6/5, 7/6, and is now using 8/7. I didn't know if Saxon is the same in upper levels or if it changes. Thank you!! If your dc has been using Saxon all along, I see no reason to switch. :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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