Head First Algebra: A Learner's Guide to Algebra I

by Tracey Pilone, Dan Pilone

Overview

Having trouble understanding algebra? Do algebraic concepts, equations, and logic just make your head spin? We have great news: Head First Algebra is designed for you. Full of engaging stories and practical, real-world explanations, this book will help you learn everything from natural numbers and exponents to solving systems of equations and graphing polynomials.

Along the way, you'll go beyond solving hundreds of repetitive problems, and actually use what you learn to make real-life decisions. Does it make sense to buy two years of insurance on a car that depreciates as soon as you drive it off the lot? Can you really afford an XBox 360 and a new iPhone? Learn how to put algebra to work for you, and nail your class exams along the way.

Your time is way too valuable to waste struggling with new concepts. Using the latest research in cognitive science and learning theory to craft a multi-sensory learning experience, Head First Algebra uses a visually rich format specifically designed to take advantage of the way your brain really works.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781449369842
Publisher:	O'Reilly Media, Incorporated
Publication date:	12/26/2008
Series:	Head First
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	562
File size:	27 MB
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About the Author

Tracey Pilone is a freelance technical writer who has supported mission planning and RF analysis software for the Navy. She is a licensed Civil Engineer who has worked in construction management for several years in Washington DC. She has a Civil Engineering degree from Virgina Tech and a Masters of Education from the University of Virginia.

Dan Pilone is a Senior Software Architect with Blueprint Technologies, Inc. He has designed and implemented systems for Hughes, ARINC, UPS, and the Naval Research Laboratory. He also teaches project management, software design, and software engineering at The Catholic University in Washington D.C. Dan has written several books on software development, including "UML 2.0 in a Nutshell" (0-596-00795-7) and "UML 2.0 Pocket Reference" (0-596-10208-9), both O'Reilly.

Table of Contents

• Advance Praise for Head First Algebra
• Authors of Algebra
• How to use this Book: Intro
• Chapter 1: What is Algebra?: Solving for unknowns...
• Chapter 2: (More) Complicated Equations: Taking Algebra on the road
• Chapter 3: Rules for Numeric Operations: Follow the rules
• Chapter 4: Exponent Operations: Podcasts that spread like the plague (that’s a good thing...)
• Chapter 5: Graphing: A picture’s worth 1,000 words
• Chapter 6: Inequalities: Can’t quite get enough?
• Chapter 7: Systems of Equations: Know what you don’t know
• Chapter 8: Expanding Binomials & Factoring: Breaking up is hard to do
• Chapter 9: Quadratic Equations: Getting out of line
• Chapter 10: Functions: Everyone has limits
• Chapter 11: Real-World Algebra: Solve the world’s problems
• Leftovers: The Top Five Things (we didn’t cover)
• Pre-Algebra Review: Build on a solid foundation