Supercharged Math

Strong emphasis on real-world problem solving through science and engineering contexts throughout the program.

Heavy emphasis on 'real-life applications' with advanced levels featuring 'real-world applications, many related to science and engineering' and program based on 'math and thinking skills required for science and engineering students'

Uses video-based direct instruction with 30-40 minute presentations as the primary delivery method.

All students begin topics by watching instructional videos that run 30-40 minutes, taught by the primary instructor and additional presenters, with live sessions also available

Uses a mastery-based approach within topics but allows flexible pacing and level placement based on student readiness.

Students work at their own pace at appropriate levels, progress through beginner-intermediate-advanced sequences within topics, can test out of mastered material, and topics are revisited later in the program

Provides step-by-step video walkthroughs but evidence suggests these are supplementary rather than primary instructional tools.

Students can watch additional videos where instructor 'walks students step by step through the workbook pages' if they need more help with activities

Provides some guidance materials but limited comprehensive teacher training resources.

Includes optional parent videos explaining what students will learn, Math Assignments Outline with assignment menus, Curriculum Guide Packet with grading sheets, and assessment video, but no extensive teacher training mentioned

Includes testing and review components, but limited evidence of systematic spaced retrieval practice.

Each workbook set includes tests, students can test out of mastered material, and topics are revisited later, but no specific mention of cumulative review or spaced practice

Includes testing and self-assessment tools, but limited evidence of comprehensive diagnostic assessment.

Students can test out of sessions, answer keys provided for self-checking, grade sheets for progress tracking, and optional tutoring sessions available, but no mention of diagnostic assessments to identify specific gaps

Limited evidence of systematic visual models, though hands-on activities and manipulatives are incorporated.

Students use physical tools like protractors, compasses, string, and dice, plus engage in 'math labs' and hands-on activities, but no mention of specific visual models like number lines or area models

The curriculum appears to balance mechanics with real-world applications, though the emphasis leans toward conceptual understanding through practical contexts.

Review states students 'learn the mechanics of mathematical calculations' but places 'heavy emphasis on solving problems based on real-life applications' and aims for 'practical knowledge of math rather than mastery of skills'