Algebra

Recipes for Success in Algebra - Get algebra assistance with the topic of your choice. With over 60 different choices, just click and learn!

Writing Algebraic Equations - Read explanations and follow examples of how to write algebraic expressions. Get assistance with solving word problems that are best solved using algebriaic expressions.

West Texas A&M University: Virtual Math Lab - This virtual math lab isn’t all that virtual - reads more like a textbook. However, the information is well-organized by topic and provided on three different levels : beginning, intermediate, and college algebra.

MathNerds - Free service providing answers to math questions from volunteer mathematicians via email. Uncomfortable providing email information? Choose "archives" from left hand menu, select “algebra” as your topic, and enter keyword. Often others have the same questions you do!

Algebra Lab - Making Connections - Choose specific area of algebra problems from one-step equations to compound inequalities. Click on exclamation marks for clarification of directions and helpful hints.

LPS Web - Solving Equations - Practice algebra problems for one and two step equations and answer online. Please note that you must follow proper answering format and answer ALL questions in order to have work submitted. Follow link on bottom of results page for solutions

LPS Web - Writing Expressions - Practice writing algebraic expressions and equations from “words”. You must follow specific format (no spaces in answer) and complete ALL questions in order to submit answers. Follow link on bottom of results page for solutions.

LPS Web - Algebra Word Problems - Practice applying algebraic thinking in order to solve these word problems online. You must answer ALL questions to submit. Problems are marked as correct or incorrect. Follow link at bottom of results page for solutions.

Algebra Lab - Careers - This site provides a list of careers that use algebra. The career descriptions provide connection to algebra and current occupational outlook information.

Assoc of Women in Mathematics - Online Career Brochure - Links various branches of math (including algebra) to careers. Quote from page – “A bachelor's degree in mathematics will prepare you for fascinating jobs in statistics, actuarial sciences, mathematical modeling, and cryptography..."

MMA - Career Profiles - This site is sponsored by Mathematical Association of America and lists various personal profiles of math dependent professionals. Profiles date from 1997 to 2003. Even the more dated profiles provide interesting insight and highlight the connection between math and day to day responsibilities.

BLS - Core Subjects and Your Career (PDF) - Download this pdf file – “Core Subjects and Your Career” and read pages 6-10 for the article – “Math and Your Career”. This publication is brought to you by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BLS Career Information for Kids - This site by the Bureau of Labor Statistics is specifically geared to youngsters who want to explore careers for “kids who like math”. While the site highlights six specific careers, it also provides information on other related careers and resources

Encarta Encylopedia - History and Origins of Algebra - Enjoy the history of algebra from the ancient Greeks and Babylonians to modern algebra. Article is full of active links to articles on relative terms and topics.

A Brief and Somewhat Boring History of Algebra - Written by a high school teacher, this online slideshow consists of six pages that briefly review the history of algebra through the ages.

Highlights in the History of Algebra - The development of algebra is outlined in these notes under the following headings: Egyptian algebra, Babylonian algebra, Greek geometric algebra, Diophantine algebra, Hindu algebra, Arabic algebra, European algebra since 1500, and modern algebra.