What should I take after Saxon Algebra 2? – DIVE Into Math & Science

1. Did your student use the SECOND OR THIRD Edition of Saxon Algebra 2?

YES: Continue to the Next Question

2. Did the student score an 80 or higher on the last 5 Saxon Algebra 2 tests with a one-hour time limit?

NO: Go to the next question.

YES: Shormann Precalculus is recommended. A prep course that fills the gaps between Saxon Algebra 2 and Shormann Precalculus is included in the course. In Shormann Precalculus, these students will earn the remaining 1/2 Geometry credit (the first 1/2 was earned in Saxon Algebra 2) and 1 credit of Precalculus with Trigonometry. No placement test is recommended.

3. If your student did not earn an 80 or higher on the last 5 tests, see the information for your student below:

RELUCTANT OR STRUGGLING MATH STUDENTS:

These students are not ready for Shormann Precalculus. Instead, take Shormann Algebra 2 with Integrated Geometry. There is a small gap between Saxon Algebra 2 and Shormann Precalculus. While a good math student can use the included prep course to close this gap, a struggling or reluctant math students will find this too difficult. Therefore, we recommend these students take Shormann Algebra 2. In this course, the student will earn the remaining 1/2 credit of Geometry (the first 1/2 credit of geometry is earned in Saxon Algebra 2). It also provides excellent preparation for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. While Shormann Algebra 2 will have some review of the concepts taught in Saxon Algebra 2, this review will develop mastery and fluency, making math faster and easier to learn. Also, Shormann Algebra 2 prepares students for the CLEP College Algebra exam (3 college credits).

GOOD or STRONG MATH STUDENTS:

Option 1: Repeat the last 15 lessons and the corresponding tests in Saxon Algebra 2 using Dr. Shormann's Video Lessons and following the "Student Instruction Sheet" in the DIVE for Saxon Teacher Guide. If an 80 or higher is earned on the last test, the student is ready for Shormann Precalculus.
Option 2: Take Shormann Algebra 2 with Integrated Geometry. In this course, the student will earn the remaining 2/3 credit of Geometry (the first 1/3credit of geometry is earned in Saxon Algebra 2). It also provides excellent preparation for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. While Shormann Algebra 2 will have some review of the concepts taught in Saxon Algebra 2, this review will develop mastery and fluency, making math faster and easier to learn. Also, Shormann Algebra 2 along with the included prep course, teaches all the concepts on the CLEP College Algebra exam which can earn up to 3 college credits. To learn how to list the credits, etc, see the FAQs below.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I take Shormann Algebra 2, can I skip some of the lessons or only do the geometry lessons?

All students should start with lesson 1 and complete all the lessons in the course. Shormann Algebra 2 teaches more geometry, all the topics required for the new PSAT and SAT, and other 21st Century topics not taught in Saxon Algebra 2. However, because Shormann Algebra 1 & 2 include 1 full credit of geometry, starting over in Algebra 2 will not take much longer than if you continued with Saxon Algebra 1, 2, and the first 40 lessons of Advanced Math (required to complete Geometry credit). Also, while Saxon has 120 lessons with 30 problems each, Shormann only has 100 lessons with 20 problems each. Upon completion of Shormann Algebra 2, over 200 practice problems from the PSAT, SAT, and ACT have been completed.

If I take Shormann Algebra 2, how do I list the credits on my transcript?

The name of the textbook or course is not listed on the transcript. List only the name of the requirement the course fulfilled. So, if Saxon Algebra 1 and Shormann Algebra 2 are taken, list the credits and requirements as:

For Saxon Algebra 2 , list 1 credit of Algebra 2
For Shormann Algebra 2, list one credit of Geometry

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