Ten Marks part two.

I had my algebra I 9th grade students log on today.  The site provided them with passwords and usernames.  The login procedure went smoothly and the students were given a tour of the website.  When the students selected the first assignment, they were a bit intimidated by the questions asked but I was able to show them, that on the side was the possibility of a video on the topic they could watch.  Or they can ask for hints which is really nice.   There is also an option for the student to save and do later if they run out of time.
In addition, there are games that are available after they complete a certain amount of work and there is a place called Jam with math or jam session where students can practice certain skills.  I think I will have the kids try the jam session tomorrow and practice the laws of exponents  just as a change and go back to the assignment on Friday.
I will keep you posted on this but so far, it looks quite good.

Ten Marks by Amazon

I received something from Ten Marks the other day offering videos and online material for various math classes.  I looked at the Algebra I class and some of the material listed is material I am unable to cover in my classes with the new standards and limited time.  So I decided to sign up my smaller Algebra I class to try it out.  I set two topics up as assignments and beginning tomorrow I hope to have students log in and practice material at least two times a week.
I think this will be an excellent resource to help scaffold my weaker students, provide time to learn and practice material they should be exposed to and get them used to computer based programs to prepare for state tests.
It was easy to sign up for the site.  It was also easy to create a class in the site.  What is nice is the site provides login and passwords for all students in addition to a letter to send home to parents explaining the program.  Furthermore, I can preview the material before I assign it and set solid due dates. 
I plan to have students try it either tomorrow or Wednesday and I will get comment on how well it works.  In addition to covering high school math topics, it also covers elementary math.  I've sent the information to a couple of elementary teachers to try and let me know what they think of it.