Math is made up of 33 lessons, divided into Math 1, Math 2, Math 3 and Pre-algebra. The Library covers problem solving, basic arithmetic, fractions, decimals, equations, geometry and measurement. The curriculum spans all the topics required in high school, ranging from data interpretation to probability.

To fully appreciate the breadth of the curriculum, please review the objectives for the four series.

Math One and Math Two teach the kind of math we all use everyday. Subjects include basic functions – addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division – and their applications in fraction, decimal and percent problems. Particular attention is devoted to the operation of the calculator and techniques of estimation. Problems in measurement, geometry and consumer math are emphasized along with the fundamentals of interpreting data and common statistics.

These lessons are based on a problem-solving approach and the math standards promoted by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, which emphasize practice exercises and the tools and techniques required to solve them.

The video instruction consists of short introductions by master teachers. These teachers demonstrate each concept through visual representation and then show how it is used in everyday life. From there, the concept is expanded through additional instruction and practice. One unique feature of these lessons is the use of computer simulations to help learners better grasp new concepts.

Each math lesson is introduced by a “Life Problem.” These problems deal with such subjects as home purchases and projects, small business decisions, cooking, and travel estimations.

A special feature is the use of video vignettes in the Appendices that show how math is applied on the job by mechanics, surveyors, carpenters, fishermen and others.

Math Three teaches the math required for high school proficiency. The first six lessons are devoted to solving problems requiring fractions.

Additional instruction explains how to apply ratio, proportion, decimals and percents in situations that are likely to be encountered both on the job and on proficiency examinations.

While it may appear that considerable overlap exists between these topics and those in Math One and Math Two, the difference lies in the complexity of the problems and the level of insight required to solve them.

As each book in the Math Three series is opened, the first pages reveal what learners will learn and the video highlights of the lesson. The video in this series is both instructional and motivational. It accomplishes this by following a class of adult students as they master math in the classroom and on the job. The video is viewed in its entirety on the first page of each chapter, and then examined in detail – concept by concept – on following pages.

Pre-Algebra is an extension of Math Three. Topics include negative numbers, equations, geometry, measurement and problem solving. Like Math Three, these lessons are targeted at the high school level of difficulty.

The video continues with the same cast of characters introduced in Math Three, and the same instructional approach – teaching through life encounters with the subject.