The Standard Deviants - Algebra 2-Pack

Making algebra entertaining seems like a hopeless, if not downright insane, task, but that doesn''t stop the Standard Deviants. A youthful cast of performers, who believe no joke, skit, or costume is too corny as long as it helps a student remember something important, throw themselves into The Adventurous World of College Algebra by beginning with a spoof of Raiders of the Lost Ark. Inside a cave, two Indiana Jones wannabes search for, you guessed it, x. Despite the lighthearted approach, this is a serious algebra review course, compiled under the direction of academic advisers. The lessons begin by answering, What is algebra? and quickly move into quadratic roots and factors and a section on linear equations. A wacky sense of humor stays a constant, with spoofs of pop culture programs as well as flashy computer graphics appearing to illustrate essential concepts. At the end of each lesson a quiz appears (which the student can take or skip), and the DVD also contains the Algebra Adventure, a multiple choice test taken by using the DVD player''s remote control. A Quick Review segment provides a fast overview of the contents. This is an innovative approach to what has often been a daunting and dry subject. --Robert J. McNamara ...

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