Algebra I (Course M145) and II (Course M155)

MathGrades 9–11

About This Curriculum

Christian-based algebra curriculum from Landmark Freedom Baptist Curriculum, offering academically rigorous self-teaching materials for Algebra I (M145) and Algebra II (M155).

What makes it unique: Academically challenging Baptist-based algebra curriculum that is self-instructional and covers theory, vocabulary, and applications more comprehensively than some popular alternatives

Algebra I & II: Theory-Heavy Christian Self-Study Program

Landmark's Freedom Baptist Curriculum offers academically rigorous, Christian-based algebra courses designed for independent study. The program emphasizes mathematical theory and comprehensive coverage over hands-on applications.

Best for

Christian homeschool families seeking academically rigorous, theory-focused algebra curriculum for self-directed high school students

Evaluation Criteria

2 strengths · 3 concerns · 3 neutral · 1 insufficient evidence

Worked ExamplesStrength

The curriculum provides clear explanations that enable independent study.

Review states 'clear explanations enable students to do it on their own, especially with the help of the optional solutions manual'

Retrieval PracticeStrength

Includes regular assessment through weekly quizzes and quarterly tests.

Course includes 'weekly quizzes and answers, and quarterly tests and answer keys'

Word ProblemsConcern

Limited emphasis on word problems and real-world applications.

Review notes 'while there are some word problems' the approach has 'little application practice'

Teacher TrainingConcern

Minimal teacher support materials, primarily answer keys and solutions manual.

Materials include 'answer keys' and 'optional solutions manual' but no mention of teacher training or pedagogical guidance

Conceptual Procedural BalanceConcern

The curriculum heavily emphasizes theory and mathematical vocabulary over procedural practice and applications.

Review notes it is 'very theory-based approach with no hands-on work and little application practice' and 'teaches math theory and vocabulary'

Direct InstructionNeutral

Designed as self-teaching materials rather than teacher-led instruction.

Described as 'self-teaching materials' and 'suitable for independent study,' suggesting limited support for direct instruction

Sequencing ApproachNeutral

Uses a mastery-based approach with comprehensive coverage, though some topics in Algebra II may be covered too quickly.

Algebra I 'covers all basic Algebra I course material' and 'lays a solid foundation,' but Algebra II 'covers some challenging topics too quickly' including 'slope, graphing, parabolas, and determinants'

Assessment DiagnosticNeutral

Regular assessment structure but no evidence of diagnostic capabilities.

Includes 'weekly quizzes' and 'quarterly tests' but no mention of diagnostic assessment features

Visual RepresentationsInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to assess the use of visual models and manipulatives.

No specific mention of visual representations, models, or manipulatives in the available reviews

Sources: cathyduffyreviews.com, successful-homeschooling.com