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• Math 372L
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• Math 376L
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• Math 380L
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• Math 120L

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• Math 30
• Math 45
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• Math 52
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Math 52 --- Math Lab for Transfer Level Mathematics

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Catalog Description

A review of mathematical topics for students enrolled in any transfer level mathematics course. This lab will provide individualized instruction in a self-paced lab environment. Course specific work will be assigned. This course is designed to support Math 15/25/30/50a/50b.

Special notes or advisories: Students should be enrolled in at least one transfer level mathematics course (Math 15/25/30/50a/50b).

Prerequisites

None

Describe representative skills without which the student would be highly unlikely to succeed:

None

Course Learning Outcomes

What should the student be able to do as a result of taking this course? State some of the objectives in terms of specific, measurable student accomplishments.

1. Assess the plausibility of a solution to specific types of problems.
2. Anticipate potential and predictable errors in homework and other assignments.
3. Synthesize numerical, graphical, and symbolic solutions to mathematics problems.
4. Analyze different algorithmic methods for their effectiveness and efficiency in solving problems.
5. Solve specific mathematics problems by using textbooks from current mathematics courses.
6. Solve specific mathematics problems by following examples from supplemental materials, such as self-paced workbooks, computer tutorials, and calculator manuals.
7. Solve specific mathematics problems by seeking instructor guidance as necessary.
8. The ability to seek out additional resources to assist in completion of assigned work in the supported mathematics course.
9. Work effectively in small groups to solve mathematics problems of a more complex nature.

Course Content

• Themes: What themes, if any, are threaded throughout the learning experiences in this course?
  • Problem-solving.
  • Writing mathematics.
  • Technology.
  • Communication.
• Concepts: What concepts do students need to understand to demonstrate course outcomes?
  • The use of technology as a fundamental problem-solving tool.
  • The presentation of mathematical solutions in a logical coherent structure, including the use of fundamental writing skills, grammar, and punctuation.

• Issues: What primary issues or problems, if any, must students understand to achieve course outcomes.
  • The appropriate use of technology in the problem-solving process.
  • The connection between mathematics and the real world.
  • The role of the student in becoming a successful learner.
  • The recognition that the problem-solving skills learned in mathematics classes are applicable to related fields.
• Skills: What skills must students master to demonstrate course outcomes?
  1. Read, write, and speak accurately about mathematical ideas and use correct mathematical notation at the transfer mathematics level.
  2. Use technology to explore mathematical concepts and verify work. In particular, use computer-based assessment tools to gauge progress in mathematical topics currently under investigation in the supported transfer level mathematics course.
  3. Use numerical, graphical, symbolic, and verbal representations to solve problems and communicate mathematics.
  4. Demonstrate comprehension of the mathematics being worked on beyond the level of rote memorization.

Representative Learning Activities

What will the students be doing (i.e., Listening to lectures, participating in discussions and/or group activities, attending a field trip, etc.)? Relate the activities directly to the Course Learning Outcomes.

• Participating in tutorials with instructor and peers.
• Learning to work in cooperative problem-solving groups to complete assigned work.
• Participating in class assignments and discussions.
• Completing assignments in a timely fashion.
• Using computer-assisted testing to complete assignments

Assessment Tasks

How will the student show evidence of achieving the Course Learning Outcomes? Indicate which assessments (if any) are required for all sections.

• Representative assessment tasks:
• • Pre-test and post-test
• Required assessments for all sections - to include but not limited to:
• • Completion of course-specific online assignments.

Examples of Appropriate Texts or Other Readings

• Author: Sullivan; Title: Algebra and Trigonometry, 7th Edition; Date: 2005
• Author: Stewart; Title: Calculus --- Early Transcendentals, 5th Edition; Date: 2003
• Author: Aliaga/Gunderson; Title: Calculus --- Interactive Statistics, 3rd Edition; Date: 2003
• Text being used in current mathematics course.
• OPTIMATH online software guide.