Why Study Algebra?

[psusue]

That's awesome, MC! A 'C' is very admirable in a difficult subject! And what's better is that if he keeps this up it could get even higher before the year is out and even if he doesn't, he's learned how to conquer a challenging intellectual subject. That is SO necessary in college and in later life. You're should be very proud of him.

[AGDee]

Great news!

[AZTheta]

HUGE news. Been studying your update post to see what tidbits I can glean to apply with others. Thanks for letting us know how it has progressed.

Since the intrinsic payoff isn't there for him, the way it is for many neurotypicals, I've found your combination approach to be interesting. That's what seemed to be effective. OK. Good to know.

BTW I sent you a reference after I attended an incredible workshop on 11-30. Let me know if you didn't get it and I will resend.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by AzTheta

BTW I sent you a reference after I attended an incredible workshop on 11-30. Let me know if you didn't get it and I will resend.

I did get it (though not for a while -- haven't been good about checking lately). Thanks so much!!!

[MysticCat]

Just thought I'd update . . . and boast . . . a little.

Son just finished first semester of high school, and at his high school, most courses are semester-long, not year-long. Straight As first quarter and straight As second quarter, so A Honor Roll for the semester!

And that includes math, which was a "bridge" course to make sure all algebra skills were in place before starting geometry. He worked hard in that class and finished with a 98 average. He still doesn't love math, but he did catch on quickly once he started high school that grades matter now, so he's willing to put in the effort and he's liking the results he sees when he does put in that effort.

His parents are proud.