This free Open Learn course is an introduction to algebra which builds on the idea of using letters to represent numbers.
Cost: £0.00 | Free for all users
1 sessions • Self paced course
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Course type: self-paced
Level: Beginner
Host: Open Learn
This free course with Open Learn is an introduction to algebra which builds on the idea of using letters to represent numbers.
Section 1 looks at finding, simplifying and using formulas and includes useful tips on learning algebra.
Section 2 introduces some of the terminology used in algebra and techniques such as evaluating and checking equivalence of expressions, identifying terms in an expression and collecting like terms.
Section 3 looks at how to simplify terms and introduces index notation and multiplying powers.
Section 4 looks at the use of brackets in algebra.
Section 5 covers solving, checking and using simple linear equations.
After studying this course, you should be able to:
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