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Series Details
About
This series focuses on the fundamental conic sections concepts you need to know in Pre-Calculus. From writing the formula of an ellipse to graphing a hyperbola, we will cover everything in the "Conic Sections" unit of Khan Academy. Then, we will complete the unit test together.
Whether you want to review this important Pre-Calculus topic or want to prepare yourself for your Pre-Calculus class next year, this series will be perfect for you. See you there!
Here is a link to the unit on Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/precalculus/x9e81a4f98389efdf:conics
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
Only our sessions about new content are required—all catch-up sessions are optional. If you complete the unit test early and show it to me, then you are also free to end the series early!
Dates
July 12 - July 24
Learners
3 / 10
Total Sessions
6
About the Tutor
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Hi! I'm Ava. At Schoolhouse.world, I enjoy tutoring in math, helping students prepare for the SAT and AP Exams, and sharing my passion for computer science. I love all things STEM, but I also can be quite a bookworm and enjoy reading classic novels. I hope to see you in my sessions or live help!
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Upcoming Sessions
0
Past Sessions
6
12
Jul
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Session 1
Orientation
REQUIRED - Welcome! We'll kick off with some icebreakers and an overview of the key topics in Conic Sections.
14
Jul
R
Session 2
Review
We'll review some key concepts and practice problems in Conic Sections. This will include: introduction to conic sections and finding the center, radii, and foci of an ellipse.
17
Jul
C
Session 3
Catchup
OPTIONAL - Catch-up session! Join to review foundational concepts that are important for understanding Conic Sections and go through any questions you might have about previous sessions.
19
Jul
R
Session 4
Review
We'll review some key concepts and practice problems in Conic Sections This will include: introduction to hyperbolas, finding the foci of a hyperbola, and hyperbolas not centered at the origin.
21
Jul
C
Session 5
Catchup
OPTIONAL - Catch-up session! Join to review foundational concepts that are important for understanding Conic Sections, and go through any questions you might have about previous sessions.
24
Jul
Cs
Session 6
Conic sections
Conic Sections unit test! Today, you'll get a chance to take a shot at the Conic Sections unit test (https://www.khanacademy.org/math/precalculus/x9e81a4f98389efdf:conics/test/x9e81a4f98389efdf:conics-unit-test?modal=1) on your own. Leave the session as soon as you’re finished, or feel free to stick around to go over your questions about the test.