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Coverage

Algebra types covered

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  • One-step equations
  • Multi-step equations
  • Distributive property equations
  • Decimal equations
  • Inequalities
  • Variables on both sides
  • Fractional coefficient equations
  • Negative-coefficient inequalities
  • Compound inequalities
  • Advanced word problems
  • Mastery review (mixed)

What mastery looks like

Completing all 11 levels

A student who clears every level has demonstrated solid command of single-variable linear equations and inequalities — the core of a Pre-Algebra / early Algebra 1 course.

Mechanical fluency. They can apply inverse operations in the right order, work with integer, decimal, and fractional coefficients, distribute and combine like terms, move variables across the equals sign, solve inequalities (including the sign-flip rule when multiplying or dividing by a negative), and handle compound inequalities by operating on all three parts at once.

Conceptual understanding. They recognize that whatever you do to one side you must do to the other, distinguish equations from inequalities and adjust technique accordingly, and translate a real-world story into a linear equation.

What it does not yet show. The app does not test systems of equations, exponents, polynomials, factoring, quadratics, functions or graphing, slope and y = mx + b, radicals, rational expressions, or absolute value. Problems are multiple-choice with guided sub-steps, so success demonstrates that the student can recognize the right move more than generate a solution from a blank page.

A reasonable claim: ready to begin a standard Algebra 1 course on linear functions and systems. Not yet: finished Algebra 1.

Mechanics

Site mechanics

  • Students solve timed problems and can use hints, guided steps, and explanations.
  • Points and levels are based on recent performance, not just total score.
  • Leaderboards are scoped to each classroom or family board.
  • Teachers and parents can preload names so students just pick themselves and start.
  • Teacher and parent setup persists through a browser cookie instead of passwords.
  • Teacher dashboards show roster progress, topic accuracy, and who may be stuck.

Mission

Mission

My son was struggling with algebra in school, and we didn't know how to help him. I am a better software developer than an algebra teacher, so I built a tool that could guide him through introductory algebra step by step — and make it a little fun along the way.

It worked for him, so I decided to make Algebra Coach free and open to any student and any classroom. It will never have ads, never require an account, and never collect personal information. It's designed to be immediately useful with minimal friction. I hope it's as impactful for you and your students as it was for us.