Thad Ackerman
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Kittery, Maine, United States
About the store
20+ years teaching high school mathematics (all levels: basic, college-prep. and honors)
Experience tutoring high school, college (undergraduate & graduate), and adult learners in mathematics, SAT & GRE test prep., and engineering.
Started own financial advisory firm in 2007, Silver Maple Financial, LLC, and am a licensed financial advisor. Strong interest in finances of individual investing: compound interest, dollar-cost averaging, mutual funds, investing for retirement, etc.
Worked for IBM as a computer programmer during college and for 3 years after college, then tutored while going back to school to be an educator. Never looked back! Best move I ever made! :-)
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Angles - Parts, Naming & Classifying for Busy Teachers
A great introduction to angles! Lesson handout clearly explains and defines the parts that make up an angle, how to name an angle (3 different ways), and how to classify an angle based on its measure. Many diagrams are included. In addition, a 15-question worksheet is included with an answer key.
4 Pages: 2-page Handout (Lesson) / Worksheet / Key
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geometry
Histograms and Frequency Tables (Powerpoint) for Busy Teachers
This powerpoint presentation introduces the concept of histograms and frequency tables.
Clipart, sounds, and animation are used sparingly and effectively to help illustrate points without being distracting. This powerpoint presentation has been extensively refined using faculty AND student input and feedback.
Definitions of histogram, interval, frequency table, and frequency are all presented. The progression from a frequency table to a completed histogram is illustrated and animated using
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Graphing
Counting Methods V - Permutations vs. Combinations for Busy Teachers
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Counting Methods Bundle - I thru V for Busy Teachers
Permutations vs. Combinations.
The lesson handout includes a recap of relevant definitions and nPr & nCr notation along with words commonly used in permutation and combination problems, and complete & clear examples. Also included is a worksheet (with key) with problems involving basic calc
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Counting Methods & Probability Review for Busy Teachers
32 review questions over 2 pages on a variety of counting methods and probability problems. This may be used on its own, or may be used (as designed) with one or both of the Counting Methods or Probability Bundles.
3 Pages: Questions / Key
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Page 1 contains 16 questions that are a variety of counting method questions. They include miscellaneous questio
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Multiplication Grids 12x12 (Blank & Filled-in) for Busy Teachers
On two separate pages, a blank and a completed 12 by 12 table for multiplication table facts.
Can be used by students as a reference or to study, assess, practice, or in conjunction with other tools--flash cards, worksheets, etc.
Please check out our other products, most of which contain a handout (lesson), 2 worksheets, and 2 answer keys, all for a very low price.
Thanks very much for your interest! :-)
Thad's Resources for Busy Teachers
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
Math Survey/PreTest - Computation & Number Sense for Busy Teachers
(4-page survey/PreTest and 4-page KEY)
This is a survey, or pretest assessment to quickly get a sense for how well students know their basic operations with multiple-digit numbers, fractions, operations with signed numbers, properties, and types of numbers.
It is intended to assess a broad array of these things quickly, yet completely. It does this with only four pages, and a four-page key is also included (questions with answers). Formatting is clean and crisp and uses equation-editor softwa
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Basic Operations, Fractions, Numbers
Distance Formula for Busy Teachers
Using the distance formula to find the distance between two points and the length of line segments given the two endpoints. Lesson handout clearly illustrates the origin of the distance formula and connection to the Pythagorean theorem, with detailed example.
5 Pages: Handout (Lesson) / 2 Worksheets / 2 Keys
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Page 1 is a lesson handout that clearly and
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geometry
Solving Linear Inequalities - Advanced for Busy Teachers
Solving Linear Inequalities including simple ones, variables on both sides, distributing, and compound inequalities.
5 Pages: Handout (Lesson) / 2 Worksheets / 2 Keys
Equation editor software within MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
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Page 1 is a handout that clearly and concisely articulates the keys to solving inequalities, how to deal with compound inequalities (including AND versus OR), and simplifying inequalities
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra
Probability IV - Compound Probability for Busy Teachers
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Probability Bundle - I thru IV for Busy Teachers
Compound Probability includes a detailed 2-page handout that clearly explains and illustrates the difference between single events with many parts and many events. Also included are definitions of independent and dependent events and conditional probability along with examples using each. Also i
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Probability - Playing Cards for Busy Teachers
A simple but clear and useful 1-page reference!
Note: You may also be interested in our discounted bundled probability unit (19 Pages! - 4 Handouts (Lessons) / 5 Worksheets / 5 Keys)...
Probability Bundle I thru IV for Busy Teachers
This product is a visual and fully-labelled reference of playing cards for students who are not as familiar with them.
This reference is in full color, but is also labelled so as to be fully usable when printed in grayscale. Word is needed to edit and/or print.
PreK - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Probability I - Simple Probability for Busy Teachers
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Probability Bundle - I thru IV for Busy Teachers
Simple (one event) Probability includes a lesson handout with definitions of probability in general and also theoretical vs. experimental probability, and complementary events. Also included is a worksheet (with key) with a variety of questions involving spinners, dice, letter tiles, and real-lif
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Algebra Basics VIII – Equations with Variables on Both Sides for Busy Teachers
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Algebra Basics VIII – Equations with Variables on Both Sides
10 Pages: Detailed 2-page Handout (Lesson) / 2 2-page Worksheets / 2 2-page Keys
Equation editor software within MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
Word is needed to print. MathType is needed to edit equations.
Pages 1
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra
Solving Linear Inequalities - Basic for Busy Teachers
Solving Linear Inequalities including a summary of symbols, solving, graphing on a number line, emphasis on switching symbol when multiplying or dividing by a negative. Includes examples.
5 Pages: Handout (Lesson) / 2 Worksheets / 2 Keys
Equation editor software within MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
Word is needed to print. MathType is needed to edit equations.
Page 1 is a handout that clearly and concisely articulates the inequality symbols, keys to solving & graphing inequ
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra
Algebra Basics I – Symbols, Variables and Expressions for Busy Teachers
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Algebra Basics I – Symbols, Variables and Expressions
5 Pages: Detailed Handout (Lesson) / 2 Worksheets / 2 Keys
Equation editor software within MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
Word is needed to print. MathType is needed to edit equations.
Page 1 is a handout that clearly describ
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra
Student Information Sheet for Busy Teachers
Student Information Sheet is an ideal introductory handout for teachers to have new students fill-out on the first day of a new course.
This document is only one-page so it can be completed quickly, but is detailed and comprehensive with 10 questions for students. Teachers get a great jump start on getting to know their students in a minimal amount of time.
This handout is general enough to be appropriate for all subjects and grade levels. There is only one reference to "math" which can be e
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
For All Subjects
Algebra Basics V – One-Step Equations for Busy Teachers
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Algebra Basics V – One-Step Equations
14 Pages: Detailed 2-page Handout (Lesson) / 6 Worksheets / 6 Keys
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Pages 1-2 are a handout that clearly explain
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra
Angles - Complementary, Supplementary, & Vertical for Busy Teachers
Explanation of complementary, supplementary, and vertical angles.
3 Pages: Handout (Lesson) / Worksheet / Key
Equation editor software within MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
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Page 1 is a handout that clearly and concisely articulates the definitions of complementary, supplementary, and vertical angles, complete with diagrams and examples. The vertical angles theorem (that they're equal) is also defined.
Page 2 is
7th - 12th
Math
Project - Design & Make a Math Board Game for Busy Teachers
Group or Solo Project - Design & Make a Math Board Game. Typical duration is 3-5 days.
3 Pages: Teacher Notes / Assignment / Self-Assessment
MS Word is needed to print and/or edit.
Page 1 describes the project goal and detailed teacher notes including suggestions and use of project description and self & team evaluation sheets.
Page 2 is the project description. It contains "predefined" subjects/topics in a bulleted list that can easily be changed or adapted to the particular class at-hand.
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Math Problem Solving Steps Mini Poster for Busy Teachers
Problem Solving Steps Mini-Poster for the Classroom - Compact but visible
4 Pages: (print landscape/sideways on standard 8.5" x 11" paper) and overlaps top-to-bottom
MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
Word is needed to print or edit.
This mini-poster details the four essential problem-solving steps, adapted from various sources, particularly from Polya's "How to Solve It" book. However, while Polya advocated five steps, I've found four to be sufficient.
They are:
(1) READ - Re
1st - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math
Midpoint Formula for Busy Teachers
Using the midpoint formula to find the midpoint of line segments given the two endpoints. Also, two methods, including an easier short-cut method (not found in any textbooks I've seen) for finding the second endpoint, given one endpoint and the midpoint. Lesson handout clearly illustrates the midpoint in a visual way, and includes detailed examples.
6 Pages: 2-page Handout (Lesson) / 2 Worksheets / 2 Keys
Equation editor software within MS Word is used for a clear, professional look.
Word is
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geometry
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About the store
Experience
20+ years teaching high school mathematics (all levels: basic, college-prep. and honors)
Experience tutoring high school, college (undergraduate & graduate), and adult learners in mathematics, SAT & GRE test prep., and engineering.
Started own financial advisory firm in 2007, Silver Maple Financial, LLC, and am a licensed financial advisor. Strong interest in finances of individual investing: compound interest, dollar-cost averaging, mutual funds, investing for retirement, etc.
Worked for IBM as a computer programmer during college and for 3 years after college, then tutored while going back to school to be an educator. Never looked back! Best move I ever made! :-)
Teaching style
Structured, detail-oriented, but also relaxed. I try to focus and highlight relevant details, but not get too uptight about ones that are less important. I see a sense of humor as an invaluable asset to teaching and learning.
I try to acknowledge and teach to multiple intelligences as much as possible.
I am always interested in learning new things and draw much of my passion for teaching from this desire. I like to try to spark this in others.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Participated on district Mathematics Curriculum Committee for 8 years from 1997-2005
Guided Class of 1999 as one of two Class Advisors from 1995-1999
Lifetime Honorary Member of Tri-M Music Honor Society (please see additional bio, below)
Recognized "Cape Ann League Coach of the Year Award 1998" for Boys Varsity Tennis
Senior Counselor, Massachusetts Association of Student Councils Leadership Camp, 1996-1998
SEARCH Group Leader; Led discussion groups for Advanced High School Students, 1994-1995 (speakers included Former U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. C. Everett Koop and Holocaust Survivor, Sonia Weitz)
Full Tuition Graduate Student Scholarships, merit-based, University of New Hampshire, 1993-1995
Perfect Score of 800 on Math Section of GRE (Graduate Record Exam)
Member of Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
Received McDonnell Douglas Engineering Scholarships, merit-based, University of Michigan, 1987-1989
Perfect Score of 800 on Math Section of SAT Exam
My own education history
Master of Education (interdisciplinary--technology) (2005)
Cambridge College, Massachusetts
Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Education - Mathematics (1997)
The University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering (1989)
The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Additional biographical information
My goal is to provide math teachers with resources they can use immediately to help them be successful with their students.
I'm interested in listening to and playing music...
I played in a jazz quartet with high school students (juniors) in high school, "Coffee House" performance in 2002, and in seasonal holiday concerts in the community with the high school jazz and concert bands.
While in college, I was a member of the Washtenaw Community College Jazz Orchestra that played in Carnegie Hall in 1989.
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