Course Structure & Materials
In the TIP Math Genius Program, instructors utilize the MathSP Facilitative Approach, which allows students to assess their strengths and areas for improvement while reinforcing best test taking practices. In a Small Group Course, the length of each session is designed to simulate a real testing environment; students become comfortable with focusing for an extended period of time, as they must do on the real test. The instructors begin each 3.5-hr session by reviewing the assigned homework problems. Students are encouraged to come to each session with any questions regarding their preparation material. Instructors lead discussions to assist students in finding the correct solutions. Students work through missed problems to not only correct their mistakes, but also solidify their understanding of important concepts as well.
The Math Genius Program Course Information
- Intense foundation review of important concepts tested on the SAT
- Strategies and tips for all sections of the SAT
- Real SAT problems from the “Official SAT Study Guide” by ETS, tackled using the SP Method
- Organization of problems by concept to promote Concept-based Learning
- Extensive homework assignments each session
- Homework review using the Facilitative Approach
- Weekly Extra Help tutorials outside of class time
- Timed practice SAT sections each session
The Math Genius Program Course Structure
The Math Genius Program for the PSAT and SAT offers two curriculums:
- Math Focus
- Comprehensive
Math Focus SAT Prep
The Math Genius Program’s SAT Math Focus curriculum is comprised sessions solely dedicated to Math subjects tested on the SAT, including arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and geometry. Sessions are organized as follows:
- Session 1: Full-length Diagnostic Test
- Session 2: Math: Arithmetic & Pre-Algebra
- Session 3: Math: Algebra & Functions
- Session 4: Math: Geometry & Statistics
The Math Focus curriculum consists of the following:
- 16 hour course over 4.5-sessions covering the Math section of the SAT
- 6 hours of Extra Help Tutorials
- Weekly Math quizzes from the real SAT to familiarize students with the test and assess each students’ improvement
- Full-length diagnostic test that students take at the start of the program
Comprehensive SAT Prep
The Math Genius Program’s SAT Comprehensive curriculum covers all three sections of the SAT: Math, Writing, and Critical Reading. This program includes the four sessions listed in the Math Focus curriculum plus four additional sessions covering SAT Writing, Critical Reading, and Grammar as outlined below.
- Session 5: Critical Reading
- Session 6: Sentence Completion
- Session 7: Grammar
- Session 8: Essay Writing
The Comprehensive curriculum consists of the following:
- 28.5-hour course over eight sessions covering all sections of the test
- 14 hours of Extra Help Tutorials
- Weekly quizzes from the real SAT to familiarize students with the test and assess students’ improvement
- Full-length diagnostic test that students take at the start of the program
The Math Genius Program Concepts
The Math section of the SAT tests your child’s knowledge of a finite number of Math concepts. Mastering these concepts is critical for your child to score his/her highest on the test. In the Math Genius Program, our instructors teach the Math concepts listed below that are required for success on the SAT.
The concepts can be categorized into three groups:
- arithmetic
- algebra & functions
- geometry
Concepts include:
Arithmetic
Number Theory, Properties of Integers, Prime Numbers, Even and Odd Numbers, Positive and Negative Numbers, Consecutive Integers, Number Lines, Digits, Factors and Multiples, Factor Trees, Order of Operations, Percentages, Ratios, Proportions, Squares and other Powers, Square Roots, Data Analysis, Interpretation of Graphs and Tables, Operations on Rational Numbers, Combined Work
Algebra and Functions
Exponents, Solving Equations, Substitution, FOIL, Factoring, Absolute Value, Rate, Inequalities, Applied Algebra, Translating Math Sentences, Mean, Median, Linear Function, Quadratic Functions, Symbols as Representations of Operations, Probability, Permutations, Combinations, Sets
Geometry
Lines and Angles, Area and Circumference of Circles, Area and Perimeter of Triangles, Pythagorean Theorem, Special Right Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Integrated Shapes, Volume of Cube, Rectangular Prism, and Cylinder, Coordinate Geometry, Midpoint and Distance