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Basic Algebraic Techniques

Eddie Woo via YouTube

Overview

This course covers the basic algebraic techniques including expanding and simplifying algebraic expressions, substituting into expressions, algebraic substitution, multiplying algebraic terms, index laws, factorising expressions, and translating words into algebra. The course aims to teach students fundamental algebraic skills and tools through a combination of theoretical explanations and practical examples. It is designed for learners who are new to algebra or looking to strengthen their foundational knowledge in the subject.

Syllabus

Expand & Simplify Basic Algebraic Expressions.
Substituting into an Algebraic Expression (Harder Example).
What is Algebraic Substitution?.
Algebra, the Gamechanger of Mathematics.
Algebraic Substitution.
Multiplying Algebraic Terms.
Expanding Algebraic Expressions.
Index Laws w/ Algebra.
Multiplying Algebraic Terms (version 2).
Factorising Algebraic Expressions (1 of 2: All Positives).
Factorising Algebraic Expressions (2 of 2: With Negatives).
Introduction to Algebra (1 of 2: What Happens when you don't know a number which you need to find?).
Introduction to Algebra (2 of 2: Outlining Abbreviations in Algebra, Simplifying algebraic terms).
Translating Words to Algebra (1 of 2: Reviewing Commutative, Associative & Distributive Numbers).
Translating Words to Algebra (2 of 2: Converting words into mathematical terms for calculations).
Expanding & Factorising (What are they & why are they useful?).
Algebraic Substitution (1 of 2: What does it mean?).
Algebraic Substitution (2 of 2: Worked examples).
Expanding Algebraic Expressions.
Factorising Expressions.
Year 8 Quick Questions (Algebra and Area).
Algebraic Expansion with Area.

Taught by

Eddie Woo

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