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Question:
How will I, hopefully a future secondary mathematics teacher, use calculus in my career if I'm not teaching calculus?
Hi Meridith
As a teacher at multiple levels, I would say the main use
for studying some math 'beyond what you will be teaching'
is perspective. There are choices you make in teaching
at prior levels which are formed by where it will take the
students. Let me give a few examples.
Integration and Algetiles.
There is a basic 'metaphor' which connects the geometric measurements
where one divides a region into two pieces and says that the
'area' of the whole is the sum of the areas of the pieces' (in the plane).
A similar process works for volume in 3-space, and length on the line.
This metaphor is used in algetiles, when one compares areas
for formulae such as A(B+C) = AB + AC, etc.
It is also used as the basic metaphor for patterns called
'proofs without words' in which one uses a visual shape
(actually areas of pieces and the whole) to 'see' patterns
such as:
1 + 3 + 5 + ... (2n-1) = n 2.
This metaphor is also at the heart of integration.
(By the way, integration for area and volume predates differentiation
by over a thousand years - Archimedes effectively used integration,
as did Pappus).
In my experience, students come out of high school without having
thought about the basic pattern - a pattern which is at the heart of
senior undergrad, grad courses on 'measure theory'.
Similarly, in geometry, it really helps to understand what current
higher geoemetry is about. It is about transformations, symmetry, etc.
Ideas like 'congruence', SAS, etc. are at their core, about
transforamtions. What can be moved onto what - and what properties
are unchanged (invariant) under the effects of such transformations.
If one has not looked more deeply into geometry (as it is applied
today in diverse areas like CAD, Robotics, protein modeling ... )
then it is common to get wrapped up in 'logic games' around proofs,
and forms of proofs. Logic has its place, but it does not actually
teach geometric thinking of the types that will be needed by students
if they go on into computer science (computational geometry);
chemistry (stereo-chemistry and 3-D symmetry); engineering; ...
In combinatorics - counting problems, I have seen the difference it
makes to have a larger overview. At one level there are many
small changes in wording of counting problems that turn out to
make a big difference in how one calculates. If you have a larger
vision of how these variants work, some higher understanding
(again related to symmetry), it seems like a mess of small differences
and memorized pieces. [I once gave my class an assignment, then had
a replacement teacher take it up the next day. He gave different
answers than I would - he did not have the larger understanding,
coming from something called Polya's counting theorem.]
I hope these examples give some idea when it is a real advantage to
a teacher if they know more of what 'comes next' in the progression
of mathematics. There are connections. These connections make
a difference in being able to talk with students about
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Preface
"Suppose you want to teach the 'cat' concept to a very young child. Do you
explain that a cat is a relatively small, primarily carnivorous mammal with
retractile claws, a distinctive sonic output, etc? I'll bet not. You
probably show the kid a lot of different cats, saying 'kitty' each time,
until it gets the idea. To put it more generally, generalizations are best
made by abstraction from experience. They should come one at a time; too
many at once overload the circuits."
Ralph P. Boas, Can we make mathematics intelligible?
This book is a bridge between the plug-and-chug approach
of the typical calculus course and the palace of precise crystals that is one of
the great achievements of twentieth-century mathematics. It is a trip to a
modern algebra zoo. We play with the animals---groups, rings, and
fields---before learning their Latin names. It is a fascinating place, and
you don't need a doctorate in zoology to enjoy a visit.
Number and symmetry lie at the root of modern algebra. The development of
algebra can be thought of as successive extensions of the number concept,
with the axioms of a ring designed to capture the essential features of a
general number system. Group theory grows out of the analysis of symmetry
when we go from merely counting symmetries to looking at the structure they
form. Viewed in this way, a finite group is a number with structure, the
two groups of order six being different avatars of the number six. Symmetry,
as the study of structure preserving transformations, provides the student
with a visual introduction to the central algebraic notion of an isomorphism.
The first five chapters deal mainly with the commutative rings Z,
Z_n, Z[i], Z[root 2], and polynomial rings in one variable. Consideration of
the groups of units of these rings leads to some
elementary abelian group theory in a nontrivial concrete setting. Chapters 6
through 9 are concerned, for the most part, with groups of transformations
in the plane. The idea of an abstract group, and isomorphism of groups, is
introduced in Chapter 8, and these ideas are used to analyze wallpaper
patterns in Chapter 9. Finite fields are constructed in Chapter 10,
elementary row operations on matrices are studied in Chapter 11, and the
last chapter, on coding theory, brings together this material in order to
understand the mathematics of the fidelity of compact discs. There is an
appendix on mathematical induction.
We have tried to get the students involved with interesting algebraic
structures as quickly as possible.
An encyclopedia of abstract definitions can be useful to those who
only need to be reminded what the words mean, but such an encyclopedia is
not suitable for beginning students, who need first to see how the words are
used in practice. The point of a good definition is to organize our
experience.
Mathematics textbooks are often written to conform to what is
thought to be a rigorous style. Formal definitions are given before the
reader has seen any of the things those definitions describe. This is the
axiomatic method gone mad. Such an approach has become so pervasive that many
believe that the whole point of an introductory modern algebra course is to
present an abstract deductive system. To be sure, the axiomatic method is a
powerful tool for understanding, but experience with concrete mathematical
objects is required for it to be of any benefit. This is true even at the
highest levels of research in algebra, and is of particular importance in
an introductory text.
Although the students in this course must learn the rudiments of rigorous
deduction---how to prove things---but they also need to learn the content of
mathematics outside of an axiomatic context. Moreover, the essence of proof
is that it be convincing---the truth of a theorem should be clearer after
the proof than it was before. We do not prove theorems like "there is no
positive integer smaller than 1." The students' first experience with
proofs should not be so misleading. So even for the purpose of understanding
proof, it is important to start with interesting specific mathematical
structures, ask questions about them, and investigate their properties.
We hope that the readers will be sufficiently intrigued by the material to
undertake some excursions on their own. We have tried to point out paths
that will lead to other enjoyable experiences with algebraic structures.
Certainly they will be prepared to take on any algebra textbook on the order
of Topics in Algebra by Herstein. In any event, they will have
experienced the basic ideas of modern algebra---the abstract study of number
and symmetry.
We would like to thank Valeree Falduto for her careful and informative
reading of the first half of the book, and Yuan Wang for her many helpful
comments when she was teaching from the book.
Errata
Page 5, paragraph 3: (3+5i)+(6-2i) = 9+3i, not 9-3i.
Page 5, paragraph 3: (3+5i)(6-2i) = 18+24i-10i², not 18+24i+10i². This
error is repeated in paragraph 4, and in the first display on page 6.
Page 28, Exercise 1, N(rho) and N(alpha) should be |N(rho)| and |N(alpha)|.
Page 43, first example. Should be "Try it on alpha = 4 + 3i and beta = 10 - 9i". The
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review of real numbers and arithmetic. It is intended to be used online,
although portions, such as the exercises and summaries, may be printed. When
printing, please reduce the zoom level to avoid printing excessive pages. The
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same way as a textbook's chapters are segmented into sections. Each section has
a main lesson titled after the section name, a supplementary lesson providing
students with additional examples and practice, an exercise section intended
for student homework and a section with answers to those homework problems.
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section in each module contains review exercises, answers to the review
exercises, a practice test and answers to the practice test. These are intended
for student use in test preparation.
Ideally, the lessons should be viewed in a top-down order. This hierarchy
follows the syllabus for the Algebra I course (MAT007) approved by the
Mathematics department of Suffolk County Community College as of this writing
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in MAT006 and MAT001. Please see the suggested topics outline below for use in
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is the first mainstream university mathematics unit; it is essential for students in engineering and many areas of science. We start with exploring the concept of a function, and continue with the notions of limit and continuity, developed to a reasonably sophisticated level. We then define the concept of derivative as a suitable construct to describe rates of change, develop the differential and integral calculus of functions of a real variable, and discuss some simple differential equations and their role as quantitative models for dynamic processes. We also study the use of vectors in two and three-dimensional Euclidean geometry, and relate this to the algebraic process of solving linear systems in several variables.
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A 45 minute test, conducted during tutorial time.Understanding and constructing elementary mathematical arguments, using the concepts and techniques studied in this unit.
Have a reasonable understanding about the applications of these concepts and techniques in other disciplines, in particular in Physics and Engineering.
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Mathematics
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Mathematics plays a vital role in our ability to solve the complex problems that arise in our increasingly technical world. Because of this, problem solving forms the core of the mathematics program at Darlington School. Students develop skills in the fundamental operations, thus strengthening their ability to use reasoning and logic. In addition, they are encouraged to develop an appreciation for the structural beauty and power of mathematics. Because of its prevalence in modern life and its power in problem solving, appropriate use of technology such as computers and graphing calculators is also emphasized.
Pursuing the Honors program will enable a student to take AP Calculus as a senior. To remain in the Honors program, a student should maintain an average of at least 87. To move into the Honors program, a highly motivated student should have the teacher's recommendation and an average of 95 or higher.
Because of its prevalence in modern life and its power in problem solving, appropriate use of technology such as computers and graphing calculators is also emphasized.A graphing calculator is required for every Upper School math class. (TI-84 plus or TI-84 plus c is recommended).
All students enrolled in AP courses are required to take the AP Exam.
Algebra 1
Emphasizing basic algebraic concepts, mathematical language, and problem solving, this course includes a study of variables, real numbers, polynomials, ratio and proportion, functions, variations, linear and quadratic equations, and inequalities. Factoring and solving equations and inequalities are essential skills taught at this level of Algebra.
Algebra 2 is a continuation and extension of the two courses that precede it. While developing the algebraic techniques that will be required of those students who continue their study of mathematics, this course is also intended to continue developing alternative solution strategies and algorithms. Graphing calculator skills will be taught and used extensively in this course.
Skills Developed
Students in this course will develop critical thinking, problem solving, and logical reasoning.
Knowledge Developed
This course is a further development of:
Equations
Factoring
Rational expressions
Radicals
Quadratics
Exponents
New topics will include:
Logarithms
Trigonometry
Inequalities
Elementary statistics
Complex numbers
Matrices
Conics
Sequences and series
Required Prerequisites
Algebra 1
Algebra 2 Honors
Honors level Algebra 2 includes a detailed treatment of Algebra 2 topics and designed for the highly motivated mathematics student.
Skills Developed
Students in the Honors course will be able to view mathematics:
Graphically
Numerically
Analytically
Through writing
Knowledge Developed
This course is designed to build upon skills developed in Algebra and Geometry. We will introduce /expand the following topics in order to ready you for further math courses here at Darlington and beyond.
Imaginary numbers
Exponential functions
Logarithms
Conics
Trigonometry
Unit circle
Required Prerequisites
Teacher recommendation and
90 in Algebra 1
85 in Algebra 1 Honors
Algebra 3
Not ready for Pre-calculus? Need a solid review on the most important Algebraic concepts? Want to learn how to think outside the box? This is the course for you! Critical thinking, problem solving and logical reasoning skills will be enhanced through a review of all things Algebra, as well as an introduction to more trigonometric and statistical branches of mathematics.
Skills Developed
Critical thinking, problem solving, logical reasoning
Knowledge Developed
Equations and inequalities
Basic functions and their graphs
Trigonometry
Sequences, series, probability
Required Prerequisites
70 in Algebra 2
Geometry
This systematic approach to the nature of proofs and relationships between figures involves an examination of the properties of triangles, circles, and other plane figures. Real world applications reinforce the geometric concepts. Area, volume, properties of solid figures, and coordinate geometry and trigonometry are also studied.
Skills Developed
Critical thinking
Logical thinking
Problem solving
Knowledge Developed
Topics include:
Points
Lines
Planes
Angles
Triangles
Parallel and perpendicular lines
Quadrilaterals
Polygons
Circles
Area and volume
Required Prerequisites
Algebra 2
Geometry Honors
Honors Geometry is designed for the ninth-grade or tenth-grade students who have confidently completed Algebra I. Emphasis is placed on deductive logical reasoning through the use of two-column proofs. Basic constructions and accurate language of Euclidean Geometry is mastered. The foundation of the course begins by studying the undefined terms of geometry and builds into an extensive study of angles, triangles, polygons, circles and how they relate to our world.
Skills Developed
Students in the Honors Geometry course will be able to view geometry from:
The graphical perspective
The numerical perspective
The analytical perspective
The writing perspective
Knowledge Developed:
The student will acquire:
The accurate language of geometry including a glimpse at how the roots of geometric terms can be seen across the curriculum.
An appreciation for the history of geometry and influential mathematicians.
A logical thought process through the study of two-column proofs.
Mastery of the concepts of points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, right triangles, circles, quadrilaterals, and polygons with a general understanding of basic constructions.
Basic knowledge of The Unit Circle, the sine, cosine, and tangent functions of trigonometry.
Confidence in measurement using the English System as well as the Metric System for finding areas, volumes, and perimeters.
Methods to find missing values of geometric figures using the previously mastered skills of solving linear equations, factoring quadratic equations, solving systems of equations, and using the Quadratic Formula.85 in Algebra 2
70 in Algebra 2 Honors
Pre-CalculusHonors90 in Algebra 2
85 in Algebra 2 Honors
Calculus
Primarily for seniors who have completed the regular four years of math but do not qualify for Advanced Placement, this course is devoted to learning the basic rules of both differential and integral calculus, with examples illustrating calculus at work in the physical world and in business.
Skills Developed
Critical thinking, problem solving, logical reasoning
Knowledge
Limits and continuity
Derivatives and applications of derivatives
Integrals and applications of integrals
Differential equations and slope fields
Required Prerequisites
Teacher recommendation and
80 in Pre Calculus
or
70 in Pre Calculus Honors
Calculus/Statistics
Primarily for seniors who have completed the regular four years of math but do not qualify for Advanced Placement, the first semester of this course is devoted to learning the basic rules of both differential and integral calculus, with examples illustrating calculus at work in the physical world and in business. The second semester is divided into four major stats themes: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference.
This, problem solving, logical reasoning
Graphical, numerical and analytical approaches to viewing mathematics
Knowledge Developed
Limits and continuity
Derivatives and applications of derivatives
Integrals and applications of integrals
Differential equations and slope fields
Data analysis
Experimental design
Planning a study
Statistical inference
Required Prerequisites
Teacher recommendation and
80 in Pre Calculus
or
70 in Pre Calculus Honors
AP Calculus AB and BC
The student who has successfully pursued an Honors mathematics program finds a challenge in the senior year with this top-level mathematics course. It is a full year of work in calculus and related topics comparable to courses in college, preparing students for the AP Exam. Use of the graphing calculator is incorporated into many areas of study. A graphing calculator is required on the AP Exam. Most students prepare for the AB-level exam, but the BC-level is offered.
Probability and Statistics is an option for juniors and seniors who have successfully completed at least Algebra 2, or can be taken concurrently with Algebra 3 or higher, regardless of the student's intended college major. The topics for Probability and Statistics are divided into four major themes: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference. This
Problem solving
Logical reasoning
Knowledge Developed
Data analysis
Experimental design
Planning a study
Statistical inference
Required Prerequisites
This class is designed for juniors and seniors only
AP Statistics
Have you ever wondered how the Evening news knows who is in the lead in the Presidential race? If so, AP Statistics is the place for you. This course is for the highly motivated student interested in receiving college credit.
Skills Developed Students in AP Statistics will be able to view statistics:
Graphically
Numerically
Analytically
Through writing
Knowledge Developed
Exploratory analysis
Experimental design
Probability
Planning a study
Statistical inference
Required Prerequisites
Teacher recommendation and
90 in Pre Calculus
85 in Pre Calculus Honors
AP Application completion required
Multivariable Calculus
This course is for students who have completed AP Calculus BC. The course will examine the calculus of real functions of two or more variables. The course begins with a review of some AP Calculus BC topics including polar coordinate systems and vector calculus. Differential calculus topics including functions of several variables and their derivatives, continuity, and derivatives will be covered. The course extends into integral calculus and incorporates the following concepts: double and triple integrals, and surface area.
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Logical reasoning
Knowledge Developed
Analyze Functions of several variables
Work with Vector-Valued Functions
Partial and Ordinary Differential Equations
Double and Triple Integration
Work with Matrices
Analyze Modern Algebra problems
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Mathematics at university level involves (a) studying the theory, and (b) solving problems; you cannot be a good mathematician without mastering both of these skills. At Oxford, we will encourage you to ask questions and find the solutions for yourself. But in order to do so, you must have a solid grounding in the concepts and the methods. In one sense, you will 'start from the beginning'. We will teach you to think mathematically and so will start with careful definitions from which we build the edifice. Above all, Mathematics is a logical subject, so you will need to argue clearly and concisely as you solve problems.
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The community of mathematicians at St Edmund Hall is a particularly close-knit and friendly one. Our students are well supported by the tutors and by each other, as collaborative working is encouraged to increase their understanding of the subject material – and of course to lead to breakthroughs too. Mathematicians at St Edmund Hall enjoy an annual formal dinner in College, which often includes many maths-themed games afterwards.
Our students also benefit from a well-stocked college library for Maths texts, and the University Maths department is only a few minutes away from College on foot or by bike.
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Professor Oliver Riordan. Oliver Riordan joined the Hall in October 2007 as a Tutorial Fellow in Mathematics, on his appointment as Professor of Discrete Mathematics in the Mathematical Institute. Oliver's research interests have varied with time, but the main focus is and always has been discrete structures, in particular "graphs", i.e. mathematical models of networks.
Oliver gave a short talk about how he and a friend solved 'The Eternity Puzzle' (a £1million prize puzzle!) at the College's 2015 Research Expo, which you can watch below:
Professor Luc Nguyen. Dr Nguyen has been at the College since October 2013. His research interests are geometric partial differential equations, particularly those arisen in general relativity, geometric analysis and liquid crystals.
Prospects
The Maths courses are stimulating and enjoyable, and in return for hard work they produce clear-thinking and highly-prized graduates much in demand by prospective employers. This degree prepares students for employment in a wide variety of occupations in the public and private sectors. Graduates often secure jobs as actuarial consultants, teachers, investment analysts, management consultants, auditors and software developers.
Course Requirements
The College recognises that course content and teaching methods vary from school to school and considers applications from all candidates, whatever their mathematical training. The Mathematics course at St Edmund Hall shares the same academic requirements as other colleges, as published in the University prospectus. Mathematics at A level (or equivalent) is considered essential for the course, whilst Further Mathematics is highly recommended.
Courses in Mathematics are intellectually demanding, and successful candidates will be able to demonstrate a marked ability and interest in both abstract and technical aspects of the subject. School records and reports will reflect their capabilities and continuing commitment.
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Constructive Geometry by John G. Kerr
Publisher: Blackie And Son Limited.1904 ISBN/ASIN: 1247271382 Number of pages: 135
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Course Description
This course covers Calculus of several variables. The concepts are extensions of the concepts from Calculus I. It is necessary to remind the students of those basic concepts, as the course progresses. Multivariable Calculus is an important tool in Science and Engineering. The instructor should emphasize the importance of all relevant concepts, including: curves and surfaces in Euclidean 3-space, length and curvature, area and volume; surfaces, partial derivatives, total differential, tangent planes to surfaces; gradient; vector-valued functions; path integral; Stokes' theorem, which should be stated, with an emphasis on its important particular cases, Green's Theorem and Divergence Theorem - followed by a few basic examples.
Grading Policy
Homework is worth 20% of the final grade.
However in order to pass the class your overall grade
in the HW at the end of the semester should be at least 50%. This may appear radical, but besides
the exams, the HW system is a major tool the instructor has to asses your class performances. The instructor
will check regularly your HW score and let you know if you are not on track.
Examinations:
Exam #1: Wed, February 11, 5:30-6:30
room Math110
worth 15% of the final grade
Exam #2: Wed, March 11, 5:30-6:30
room Math110
worth 20% of the final grade
Exam #3: Wed, April 22, 5:30-6:30
room Math110
worth 20% of the final grade
Final Exam: Mon, May 11, 10:30-1:00
worth 30% of the final grade
Overall grade: a perfect score in all tests and homeworks results in a overall grade of 105% .
If your overall score is less than 60% you will receive an F grade, in between 60-69% you will receive a D grade,
in between 70-79% you will receive a C grade, in between 80-89% you will receive a B grade, in between 90-99% you will receive an A grade, with 100% or more you will receive A+.
Exam Policy
Students are expected to take the midterm exams and the final exam as scheduled.
Students who live close enough to Lubbock (75 miles around Lubbock) will have to take the midterm exams and final exam at Texas Tech University in Lubbock at the Mathematics and Statistics department. If students have a conflict in schedule or are far away from Lubbock, they need to provide necessary documentation, and arrange a different place and/or time for examination. In that cased, depending on their geographic location, each student should make arrangements with a certified testing service. In case no agreeable solution can be found, the Texas Tech University Testing Services in Lubbock will be designated to administer the examination. Testing centers (including the TTU Testing Center) charge a fee to administer the exam.
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Syllabus
This is a distance class, all the students enrolled in this class should be highly responsible in managing their schedule. This course moves very fast. If you fall behind, even by one section, you may not be able to catch up, since each section generally depends very heavily on the ones before. A student enrolled in this class has to be capable to read and understand the textbook. If in the past you struggled in self-lecturing mathematics, then this is not the class for you and it is highly recommended you switch to a face-to-face class.
The instructor expects for the student to read each section of the textbook, watch the videos and read the class-notes before attempting to solve the homework problems. When asking for help you need to show all your work, by typing it on the email (better) or by attaching a scanned copy of your work. When asking for help for a WebWork problem it is recommended you use the button email to the instructor at the bottom of the screen, otherwise you may not get any answer.
Exam 1 is scheduled in room Math110, Mathematics Building on Wednesday February 11 at 5:30 pm.
Exam 1 is comprehensive of Sections 9.5-9.7, 10.1, 10.2, 10.4 (HW02 and HW03). However to be prepared for the exam all the
material reviewed in sections 9.1-9.4 (HW01) is necessary. To prepare for the exam review all 40 problems in HW02 and HW03 2 is scheduled in room Math110, Mathematics Building on Wednesday March 11 at 5:30 pm.
Exam 2 is comprehensive of Sections 11.2-11.8 (HW04, HW05 and HW06). To prepare for the exam review all 50 problems in the homeworks 3 is scheduled in room Math110, Mathematics Building on Wednesday April 22 at 5:30 pm.
Exam 3 is comprehensive of Sections 12.1-12.5 12.7 13.1-13.2 (HW07, HW08, HW09 and HW10).
To prepare for the exam review all problems in the homeworks.
You need to know how to solve each of them without the use of the book, formula sheets
and/or calculator. The exams consists of 8
questions and should be completed in 120 mins.
A sample of how the exam is structured is given below. You need to bring with you
a pencil, an eraser and student ID. A blank page at the end of the test is provided
for scratch work, and other will be available if needed.
Lecture Notes from Spring 2014
The Final Exam is scheduled in room Math109, Mathematics Building, on Monday May 11 at 10:30 am.
The Final Exam is comprehensive of Chapter 9-10-11-12-13.
The exams consists of 12 multiple choice questions and 4 essay questions, and it should be completed in 2 hours and 30 mins.
You need to bring with you a pencil, an eraser, your student ID, a blue book and an orange scantron.
Samples for practicing for the finals can be find at the following link
Also, in the last week of class SIAM and MAA student associations
will sell the last two finals solution keys on the first floor
of the Mathematics and Statistics building. These will help for extra practice,
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This package consists of the textbook plus an access kit for MyMathLab/MyStatLab. The Angel author team meets the needs of today's learners by pairing concise explanations with the new Understanding Algebra feature and an updated approach to examples. Discussions throughout the text have been thoroughly revised for brevity and accessibility. Whenever possible, a visual example or diagram is used to explain concepts and procedures. Understanding Algebra call-outs highlight key points throughout the text, allowing readers to identify important points at a glance. The updated examples use color to highlight the variables and important notation to clearly illustrate the solution process. MyMathLab provides a wide range of homework, tutorial, and assessment tools that make it easy to manage your course online.
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Angel's text is one that students can read, understand, and enjoy. With short sentences, clear explanations, many detailed worked examples, and outstanding pedagogy. Practical applications of algebra throughout make the subject more appealing and relevant for students. Key pedagogical features include: Preview and Perspective at the beginning of each chapter; Helpful Hints; Group Activities/Challenge Problems, Writing Exercises, Real-Life Application Exercises, and Calculator Corners.
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Welcome to Algebra 1! Students in Algebra 1 should expect daily assignments, weekly quizzes, and tests at the end of each chapter.
If you are financially able, it is recommended that students purchase a TI-84 graphing calculator for home use, which is the same model we use in class.
For more specific polices, please Click Here to see a copy of the course syllabus.
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The role of a math major is twofold. First, math majors will use computer algebra software to explore sophisticated applications of calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations to science, technology, and engineering. Consequently, math majors will gain an understanding of how and why mathematics is important to our society. Secondly, math majors will explore the abstract underpinnings of why math works. Math majors will witness the elegance and logic of mathematical proof in preparation for university studies. | 677.169 | 1 |
is an in-depth introduction to abstract algebra. Focused on groups, rings and fields, it should give students a firm foundation for more specialized work by emphasizing an understanding of the nature of algebraic structures. Features include: a classical approach to abstract algebra focussing on applications; an accessible pedagogy including historical notes written by Victor Katz; and a study of group theory. | 677.169 | 1 |
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The first eight chapters of this book were originally published in 1966 as the successful Introduction to Elementary Vector Analysis. In 1970, the text was considerably expanded to include six new chapters covering additional techniques (the vector product and the triple products) and applications in pure and applied mathematics. It is that version which is reproduced here. The book provides a valuable introduction to vectors for teachers and students of mathematics, science and engineering in sixth forms, technical colleges, colleges of education and universities 1. Introduction; 2. Addition and subtraction of vectors; 3. Multiplication and division of a vector by a number; 4. Position vectors and centroids; 5. Projection and components of a vector; 6. Applications in mechanics; 7. Differentiation and integration; 8. The scalar project; Miscellaneous exercises; 9. The straight line and the plane; 10. Other loci; 11. The vector product; 12. Product of three vectors; 13. Further applications of the vector product; 14. Curves in space; Answers to exercises; Bibliography; Index. | 677.169 | 1 |
Curriculum - Year 12 - Essential Mathematics.
Essential Mathematics offers senior secondary students the opportunity to extend their mathematical skills in ways that apply to practical problem-solving in everyday and workplace contexts. Students apply their mathematics to diverse settings, including everyday calculations, financial management, business applications, measurement and geometry, and statistics in social contexts.
In Essential Mathematics there is an emphasis on developing students' computational skills and expanding their ability to apply their mathematical skills in flexible and resourceful ways.
This subject is intended for students planning to pursue a career in a range of trades or vocations.
Stage 2 Essential Mathematics consists of the following six topics:
Topic 1: Scales, Plans, and Models
Topic 2: Measurement
Topic 3: Business Applications
Topic 4: Statistics
Topic 5: Investments and Loans
Topic 6: Open Topic
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readers will learn how to solve the types of math problems faced regularly by welders. Each unit begins with a review of the basic mathematical procedures used in standard operations and progresses to more advanced formulas. With real-world welding examples and clear, uncomplicated explanations, this book will provide readers with the mathematical tools needed to be successful in their welding careers.
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Illustrations help readers to visualize weldments, projects, and key concepts
Updated examples and problems provide a realistic and current picture of the math required in the welding industry
Step-by-step examples allow readers to follow the procedures closely and learn as they go
As a math, highway construction, and OSHA safety instructor and coordinator for the Pre-Apprenticeship Training in Highway Construction program at the Maricopa County Community College District, Phoenix, Arizona, author Robert Chasan combines practical experience with exceptional teaching abilities to bring you and your students this engaging text. Under his tutelage, Professor Chasan's program, funded by the Federal Highway Administration, has become a national leader. Mr. Chasan also coordinates his school's SCANS Lab (Secretary of Labor's Commission on Acquiring Necessary Skills), teaching math, blueprint reading, and SCANS skills to the welding and machine trades students and the school's other trades programs. In addition, Professor Chasan has led the school Safety Team and taught OSHA-10, OSHA-30, and SSTA-16.
Professor Chasan specializes in areas of math instruction, ranging from developmental through trigonometry, including fractions and decimals, measuring instruments, tolerances, percentages, and metrics. He also focuses on geometry including area, volume and mass, angular development and measurement, and bends and stretch outs. A certified Arizona Community College instructor, Professor Chasan is well recognized for the quality of his vocational instruction. | 677.169 | 1 |
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This resource is the perfect printable for math notebooks. Formatted to fit a composition notebook but could easily work in a spiral notebook or binder. Provides examples of how to graph inequalities, how to solve inequalities, and a reminder of what to do when dividing by a negative coefficient. This resource has saved my Algebra 1 students! | 677.169 | 1 |
You can use Desmos and WolframAlpha to check your work and see some excellent visual representations.
As an example, we can find the total The visual representation shows clearly that we are dealing with areas above and below the x-axis.
Scrolling down the page we see that this query also returns the indefinite integral.
For the total shaded area, we can change the limits of the query to evaluate each section.
See Calculus & Analysis for more examples of WolframAlpha queries.
Or we could turn to the excellent Desmos where we can very simply change the limits.
STEP (Sixth Term Examination Paper) Mathematics is a well-established mathematics examination designed to test candidates on questions that are similar in style to undergraduate mathematics. For students studying for STEP papers try this excellent portalfrom stepmaths.co.uk which has (all free) access to STEP questions and solutions. Create an account, login and you have access to a complete library of resources.
The resources are very clearly presented. For each question you have access to a pdf with the question, Examiners' Report and both an Official and thanks to Peter Mitchell a fully worked handwritten solution.
Following each question, you will find a discussion and a full solution. The clear Contents page lists all 43 problems. Each problem has been given a title and a rough indication of the mathematical content which means you can pick out questions by topic.
Try Graspable Math which offers a highly innovative interface for mathematical notation. You can read the Graspable Math story here.
You can learn a great deal about Graspable Math simply by experimenting, selecting Explore Algebra takes you to the interface which is intuitive; you can also find plenty of help and tutorials on the Learn section of the site, note the Gesture Library as well as the video tutorial collection. There is a YouTube channel here.
Graspable Math is very easy to use, I decided I would solve an equation and wanted to show all the steps. I have used the method of selecting and holding the = sign to start as you can see illustrated in the video above; I was then able to enter an operation to apply to both sides of the equation.
We can also illustrate the solution graphically by inserting a graph to open a GeoGebra window.
Each expression has a circle at the end – simply drag that to the GeoGebra window. You will sometimes see more than one circle at the end of an expression, select to separate expressions hence showing all steps clearly.
As we come to the end of an academic year and look to a new one, it will be a time of change for many students. Perhaps you have completed GCSEs or equivalent qualifications (UK age 15-16) and are about to start on your A Levels or perhaps you have completed those and are about to start studying Mathematics at university.
To be in a position to begin your new courses well you should be thoroughly familiar with the essentials of the work you have studied to date. At whichever level you are studying your Algebra should be at a standard where you can manipulate expressions with ease.
Some resources to help you prepare and will be useful reference material for you during your course…
OCR – Bridging the Gap Student Guide
For students going on to A Level then the best thing you could do is use OCR's brilliant guide for students Bridging the gap between GCSE and AS/A Level Mathematics – A Student Guide. With sections on Algebra, Trigonometry and graphs including examples, question practice on key topics and suggested reading before starting the A Level this will be so valuble for students.
You could also look at Step Up to A Level Maths from The Centre of Innovation in Mathematics Teaching which helpfully lists skills you should be confident with and provides resources to support your study of these skills.
As you study your A level (16-18) course you may find some of the material in the section below useful.
Sign up to Brilliantand follow them on Facebook so Maths problems appear in your stream and hopefully distract you from trivia!
If you are preparing for university, then make sure your A Level knowledge is secure – perhaps check the Algebra Refresher from The Mathcentre which has many questions and the answers are at the end of the document. The The Mathcentre has an extensive collection of helpful resources for students of Mathematics.
For a collection of forty mathematics activities bridging between A Level and University, try Carom Mathsfrom Jonny Griffiths.
Check the List of Activities, how much do you know about Inequalities for example? For a complete PowerPoint with information and questions on Inequalities, choose Carom 1-2: Inequalities.
The HELM Project. If you have not come across the HELM Project before, the project was designed to support the mathematical education of engineering students and includes an extensive collection of notes which include clear worked examples. You can see on the list that a very small number of titles are 'not ready yet'; for the sake of completeness the complete set is hosted by the Open University. To access the Open University resources you will need to create an account (easy and free), this will also give you access to the numerous free online courses.
Note that all these Math Open Reference demonstrations are available as a printable atep by step instruction sheet, see for example the guide to bisecting an angle.
The AQA specification also includes a note that Constructing a 60° angleis required. This is shown here by constructing an equlateral triabgle.
Students will be asked to use these constructions to construct given figures and solve loci problems. Students should also know that the perpendicular distance from a point to a line is the shortest distance to the line.
Note that you can work out the equation of the transformed graphs.
Suppose we wish to work out the equation of f(x) = x2−5x+4 after reflection in the x axis.
To reflect in the x axis the transformation is –f(x)
So f(x) becomes –f(x) and we have – (x2−5x+4) = – x2 +5x-4
To work out the equation of f(x) = x2−5x+4 after reflection in the y axis.
To reflect in the y axis the transformation is f(–x)
So f(x) becomes f(–x) so we replace x by –x
and we have (–x)2−5(–x)+4 = x2 +5x+4
Suppose we wish to work out the equation of f(x) = x2−3x+2 after a translation of 3 units to the left parallel to the x axis as shown in the first image in this post.
f(x) = x2−3x+2, we need f(x+3) for the equation of the transformed graph
f(x+3) = (x+3)2−3(x+3)+2 = x2+6x+9−3x−9+2 = x2+3x+2
Craig Barton who is the creator of the excellent Diagnostic Questions site has compiled a collection of some of the worst answered new specification GCSE questions on Diagnostic Questions. See also his Question of the Week selection.
Each set consists of 10 questions chosen from all 3 awarding bodies. As well as the online version of each quiz, the design team have also created a booklet in case you wish to print it out. | 677.169 | 1 |
Please answer the following the questions with absolute candor
and honesty. Your responses will help me make decisions about
this course. You should write as much as you need to in order
to answer the questions clearly. Normally, this ends up being
about 3 handwitten pages.
1. What ways do you learn best?
2. How can you best demonstrate what you have learned?
3. From what experiences have you learned most in life?
4. What is YOUR definition of mathematics? (Don't look it up!)
5. When did you last study mathematics? What did you study? Describe
the experience.
6. What role do you think mathematics played in the history of
human development?
7. What role does it play in your life if any? Give specific
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The modules you wrote in the bracket are a whole A level in Maths. That's not further maths, the person would get a Maths qualification... you need Further pure 1 (FP1) and 2 other maths modules eg. D1, M1 to get an AS further maths qualification | 677.169 | 1 |
Math 226A: Differential Geometry
Riemannian geometry is the study of smooth manifolds equipped with Riemannian
metrics. It is the language of Einstein's theory of general relativity, and of many
of the modern developments in physics, such as gauge theory and string theory. It
has also had an impact on numerous areas of mathematics, from analysis to algebraic
geometry. The Ricci flow, a concept coming from differential geometry, was recently
used by Perelman to prove the Poincare Conjecture.
In this course we will cover the following topics:
Riemannian metrics, connections, the curvature tensor;
Sectional, Ricci, and scalar curvature;
Einstein manifolds;
Geodesics, distance, variational methods, Jacobi fields;
Completeness, the Hopf-Rinow theorem;
The Cartan-Hadamard theorem on non-positive sectional curvature;
Myers' theorem on positive Ricci curvature;
Hodge theory;
The Bochner technique.
Prerequisite: A working knowledge of smooth manifolds, differential
forms and de Rham cohomology, at the level of Math 225A and Math 225B. | 677.169 | 1 |
An Introduction to Numerical Methods and Analysis addresses the
mathematics underlying approximation and scientific computing and
successfully explains where approximation methods come from, why
they sometimes work (or don't work), and when to use one of the
many techniques that are available. Written in a style that
emphasizes readability and usefulness for the numerical methods
novice, the book begins with basic, elementary material and
gradually builds up to more advanced topics.
A selection of concepts required for the study of computational
mathematics is introduced, and simple approximations using Taylor's
Theorem are also treated in some depth.
The text includes exercises that run the gamut from simple hand
computations, to challenging derivations and minor proofs, to
programming exercises. A greater emphasis on applied exercises as
well as the cause and effect associated with numerical mathematics
is featured throughout the book. An Introduction to Numerical
Methods and Analysis is the ideal text for students in advanced
undergraduate mathematics and engineering courses who are
interested in gaining an understanding of numerical methods and
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Course content
The aim of this course is to discover the beautiful theory of
elliptic curves. Elliptic curves are objects at the crossroads
between geometry, analysis, algebra and number theory. They
constitute one of the key ingredient in the proof of Fermat's Last
Theorem for instance, and famous open conjectures -for example the
Birch and Swinnerton-Dyer conjecture- focus on these special
curves. Studying compact Riemann surfaces, lattice theory and
periodic functions, rational points and diophantine problems,
projective and affine geometry of curves, schemes, higher Galois
theory, modular forms and L functions, abelian varieties, local
fields, global fields, finite fields, modern cryptography, each
time these curves show up at a central place.
As these objects really appear as a corner stone in the modern
mathematical landscape, we offer a course presenting in details
their various definitions and basic properties and focus on some
modern applications.
Elliptic Curves definitely fits in the circle of ideas presented
in these other courses: Algebra 3, Algebraic Number Theory,
Analytic Number Theory and Algebraic Geometry. Nevertheless, these
courses are not requirements, the course will be
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A level
Students starting A level maths from September 2017 will study both mechanics and statistics. The exam boards now require candidates to have a calculator that 'gives access to' certain probability distributions. In other words, statistical tables may not be enough to answer all questions completely. For example, the WJEC sample Unit 2 includes a question on the binomial distribution where n = 60, a value not found in most (any?) sets of tables.
This change means that it will no longer be possible for students to carry on using their GCSE calculators for the whole of A level. Schools will undoubtedly recommend a replacement, and may well organise a bulk purchase scheme, but here are my thoughts in case you want to go it alone.
Graphical calculators
All the Casio graphical calculators include a wide range of probability distributions. I have an fx-9750GII (inherited from a former pupil whose school made them all buy one as an alternative to tables), and it's a great machine. I use it for stats, matrices and complex numbers…. But never for graphs!
The truth is that unless you buy a high end graphical calculator, graphs will always look better on a computer. I use Graph ( which runs on any Windows device including tablets (and on Linux under Wine), or Desmos ( which runs in a web browser, and even on a smart phone.
Graphical calculators are heavier and bulkier than standard scientific calculators. I never take my graphical calculator out of the house. They are also much more expensive. An fx-9750GII will cost between £50 and £80, and the 'natural display' fx-9860GII about £30 more. School students will want the fx-9860GII simply because it displays fractions as fractions (and they would be right!), so you could well be looking at £100 for a calculator. Ouch!
Scientific calculators with probability distributions
The Casio fx-991EX is a new model which does just enough for the new syllabus. It seems to be a successor to the fx-991ES (see below), and will be suitable for further maths A level as well. It has good reviews and is widely available, and I think it is likely to be the model recommended by most schools. It costs about £25 to £30. Just make sure you get an English language version!
The TI36X-PRO is Texas Instruments' equivalent to the fx-991EX. It does much the same things and retails at about the same price, though your are less likely to find it in the shops in the UK. Be warned that TI calculators do not work in quite the same way as Casio models. Some people like this, others don't – but either way, if you are used to a Casio then a TI36X is going to feel a bit strange to begin with.
Thirdly, if you are travelling to the States, the Canon F-792SGA sounds like it could be a worthy rival to the two machines mentioned above. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to be available in the UK.
The Casio fx-991ES PLUS
This has been widely used by A level further maths students for several years, mainly because it handles complex numbers and matrices sufficiently well (but not as well as the graphical fx-9750GII). It also performs numerical integration – very handing for checking! It is my everyday pencil case calculator, familiar enough to lend to GCSE students, powerful enough for almost all situations I am likely to encounter. And you can buy it for £15 to £20, so it's not much pricier than a basic GCSE model. (I'm hoping that with the advent of the fx-991EX this one will be discounted, so I can pick up a bargain to keep as a spare!)
If you are about to buy a calculator for A level, you would be wise to go for the fx-911EX unless you really can't afford the extra tenner. However, if you already have an fx-911ES (perhaps from an older sibling), then you can keep it for the new syllabus by using the sum and integral functions. This is what I plan to do, at least for the time being.
The rest of this post is a bit technical, and assumes you know what the probability distributions are and how they work, so if you are just starting A level it won't make much sense. But if you are familiar with the binomial distribution and its friends, read on…
Finding cumulative probabilities with the fx-991ES
For these comparisons I used the WJEC statistical tables, the appropriate function on the Casio fx-9750 and the sum or integral described on the fx-991ES. For completeness, I have included integration as a way of dealing with the normal distribution, even though students will find it easier to standardize their distribution and use z tables in the usual manner.
a) Binomial distribution X~ B(20, 0.1)
Test: P(X ≤ 7)
Tables 0.9996
fx-9750 0.99958436
fx-991ES Using
p = 0.999584365
The binomial coefficient is entered using the nCr button (shift then divide).
b) Poisson distribution X~ Po(9.5)
Test: P(X ≤ 8)
Tables 0.3918
fx-9750 0.39182348
fx-991ES Using
p = 0.3918234825
This is easiest using natural fractions display inside the sum function.
c) Normal distribution X~ N(10, 22)
Test: P(X < 12)
Tables Using P(Z < 1) = 0.84134
fx-9750 0.84134445
(calculator shows z limits of 1 and -5, i.e. 5 s.d. below the mean)
fx-991ES Using
p = 0.8413444594
(Lower limit is 5 s.d. below mean).
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As students will be expected to find single value probabilities by calculation for the discrete distributions, it is only a small step to learn how to sum these into cumulative values. The integral for cumulative normal probabilities is a bit of a pain to type and tables will always give a good approximation. However, these calculator methods do give a quick(ish) way of finding the probability that X lies between two values (e.g. P(2 < x < 15) ), which would otherwise require finding two probabilities and subtracting.
Calculators have become as ubiquitous as pencils, and you have to be at least as old as I am to remember a time when they were an expensive luxury that you weren't allowed to use in school – like mobile phones were only a few years ago! However, also like phones, most people don't really know half the things their calculator does – and even when you think you do, they can still catch you out, as I discovered yesterday in a lesson. (Toby, if you're out there this one's for you!)
So here are a few things you might want to remember. They refer to the standard Casio fx-83 machines that are commonest in schools these days. (Mine is an fx-83GT PLUS).
1. The manual
Don't throw it away with the packaging! It's not the easiest thing to read, but it is useful, especially when your best friend has switched your calculator into a mode you don't understand and can't get it back.
If you have thrown it away, or the dog ate it as a side dish to your homework, all is not lost. You can download Casio manuals from here:
Most of the time, you will want mode 1 (COMP) for ordinary computation. Press the MODE button, then choose option 1.
The TABLE mode (mode 3) is useful if you have to work out lots of values to plot a graph of an equation. f(x) = means the same as y = for this. Enter the equation using the ALPHA button followed by the right bracket button to get an x when you need one. Then specify the start and end values you want, and the step value (that's the gap between your x values), press enter and you will have a table of x and y values all ready to plot. And remember to put the calculator back into COMP mode when you're done.
3. Setup
Enter the setup menu by pressing SHIFT then MODE. Options 1 and 2 let you choose how the calculator displays fractions, surds and so on. You will probably prefer option 1 (MthIO), followed by output option 1 (MathO). These let you enter fractions the way they look on paper, and display results as fractions, surds and multiples of Pi whenever possible. To get the decimal equivalent, press the S↔D button.
You shouldn't need the other setup options for GCSE, unless somebody (perhaps a friend in the sixth form) has changed the way your calculator handles angles. You want option 3 for degrees. A letter D appears at the top of the display when this has been selected.
4. Recurring decimals
If you enter 1/7 then press = , the display will show 0.142857 with dots over the 1 and the 7 to show that these digits recur. (Pressing = again gives as many digits as the display will hold, with the last digit rounded. A third press gets you back to the fraction).
You can also enter a recurring decimal by hand, by pressing SHIFT followed by the x2button when you want to enter the repeated digits. You get a box with the dot over it, and type the numbers you want into it. Typing 0 . SHIFT x2 142857 = will give an answer of 1/7. This is great for checking those 'recurring decimal to fraction' problems, but won't get you any marks in the exam, as you have to show your working.
Very large recurring sequences may not show the right hand dot straight away. For example 1/17 displays 0.0588235294117 with a dot over the first decimal place and an arrow pointing right after the 7. Pressing the right arrow key three times displays an extra 647 with the right hand dot over the final digit.
5. Factors
You can express an integer as a product of prime factors by pressing SHIFT followed by the 'degrees, minutes, seconds' button underneath the square root button. For example, 47952 is expressed as 24 x 34 x 37. For some reason, the calculator only factorises answers, so you need to type in the number, press = and then factorise it.
(In passing, it mystifies me that every calculator I have owned in the last 20 years has the 'degrees, minutes, seconds' button, which I have never used (not once!) and yet requires me to press SHIFT every time I want the Pi button. Sharp make calculators with a top level Pi button, but for some reason Casio choose not to…)
6. Squaring negative numbers
Calculators do BIDMAS! That is, when you enter something they look at brackets first, then indices, then division, multiplication, addition and subtraction.
This means that when you enter -3 then pressx2 = you get an answer of -9.
You did know that's wrong, didn't you? (A minus times a minus makes a plus?)
It only does this when you actually type in the negative number. (It 'knows' the sign of the answer to something like 4 – 7 and will square it correctly.) So to make sure you aren't embarrassed by a negative square:
a) Type in the number, press =, then square it.
b) Put brackets round the number, then square.
c) Don't put the minus sign in at all!! After all, you know the answer should be
positive. Save keystrokes, save energy.
7. Mixed fractions
The best way to enter these is to press the shift button followed by the fractions button (in MthIO mode), then type the numbers into the boxes.
e.g for 2 ½ press shift, fraction, 2, right arrow, 1, down arrow, 2
This gives you the correct decimal value of 2.5 when you press = andS↔D.
The way NOT to do it is to type the fraction, then backspace and enter the whole number to the left of it.
e.g fraction, 1, down arrow, 2
then either right arrow twice or left arrow 4 times to get the cursor on the left side,
then 2 for the whole number
If you now press =, the answer is 1.
The calculator has interpreted what you did as 2 x ½ !!
I have no idea why this happens, but we had a fun time in yesterday's lesson figuring out exactly what was going on….
September: season of mists and mellow whatsisname… And surds revision for students beginning A level maths.
GCSE pupils hate surds, and are horrified to discover that once you are in the sixth form you are expected to use the blasted things all the time. How ridiculous is that? I mean, who cares that √12 = 2√3 ? Who would ever use something that stupid in real life? They're worse than fractions!
It's a fair argument. We have phones that work as calculators these days, and tablets that work as calculators, and computers…. oh, and calculators as well. If I need the value of √12, a few keystrokes give me 3.464101615, which is more than enough precision for any practical purpose. So what's the point of surds?
The point is, of course, that there is no point. No decimal point. √12 is an irrational number, which means that it can't be written as a fraction and its decimal expansion goes on forever without repeating. So 3.464101615 is only an approximate value for √12, good enough for government work (to quote the great uncle of a friend who surveyed railroads in the Amercan west) but WRONG! If you square it on your calculator, the answer will be 12 (it is on all mine), but this is because the calculator is rounding 11.999999999045608225 to 10 significant figures.
The same principle applies to 'exact values' calculations involving π. If you ask most children what π is, they are likely to give the approximate value 3.14. In fact:
π is the number you get when you divide the circumference of a circle by its diameter.
If we leave the symbol for π in our calculations, and we get lucky, it will cancel out. At worst, we carry out one computation with 3.14 (or whatever) at the end. Either way, we simplify the calculation hugely. Again, fewer keystrokes = fewer errors.
So learn to love surds, and be right more often.
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The matrix product may be written as a linear combination of the column vectors a and b ¸ ¸ ¸ u 0 d1 e1 = v 0 d2 e2 ¸ ¸ d1 u + e1 v 0 = 0 d2 u + e2 v ¸ ¸ ¸ e1 0 d1 +v = u 0 d2 e2 ua + vb = 0= Thus, the above are also equivalent to ua + vb = 0 implies both u and v must be zero. 4. 1. 3 the area of the larger parallelogram, formed by the scaled vectors ua and vb> is uv times the area of the smaller parallelogram. 3 Applications to Work and Torque This application is concerned with moving a mass from one point in a plane to an other point in the plane.
An array operation on a row vector produces another row vector whose components are given by the operation. 2, uses a for-loop to generate a sequence of vectors associated with the complex exponential function raised to a variety of powers. The vectors are created by the MATLAB command quiver(x,y,dx,dy,1), which graphs a vector beginning at the point ({> |) and ending at ({ + g{> | + g|). 6 Exercises Let i (}) = (2 + l)} + 7 + l where } = { + l| (a). Find x({> |) and y({> |) such that i (}) = x + ly= (b).
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book is an easy guide for the lecturers and students. It helps in choosing the appropriate quantitative analysis techniques, applying the technique, making decision according to outcomes, and conducting the sensitivity analysis. This is an introductory book of operations research covers linear programming graphical solution, simplex method, integer programming, transportation problem, decision making models, and decision tree. At the beginning of each chapter the learning outcomes are listed, and review questions at the end of each chapter.
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Dr. Yazan K.A-A. Migdadi is the associate professor of operations management at Yarmouk university, business administration department. He holds a bachelor degree in business administration and master of business administration from Yarmouk university Jordan, and holds Ph.D. in operations management from Bradford university school of management UK. For about ten years, he has been teaching courses related to operations research, operations management, and project management, for graduate and undergraduate students at UK and Jordan.
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Introduction to Operations Research
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Definition of operations research
What is Operations Research? Management Science?
History of OR/MS
Operations research societies
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The approach of quantitative analysis
The role of computer in quantitative analysis
Linear programming: Graphical Method
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Definition
The assumptions of linear programming
How to formulate the problem
How to represent the problem graphically and find the optimal solution
Sensitivity analysis
Review questions
Linear Programming: Integer programming
Learning outcomes
Definition
Assumptions
Types of integer programming
Techniques to solve the integer problems
Review questions
Linear Programming: Simplex method
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Definition
Assumptions
How to make the required setup for the problem
Developing the initial simplex table
Improving the simplex table
Sensitivity analysis
Review questions
Transportation problem
Learning outcomes
Definitions and introduction
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How to develop the initial transportation table
How to improve the solution
Special cases in transportation
Review questions
Decision making models
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Components of decision
Principles of making uncertain decision
Decision making under risky environment principles
How to develop the payoff table
Decision tree
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We have examined educational software in previous columns and discussed how to construct drill programs. Now let's create a tutorial program. There have been a lot of requests for an educational program for algebra so here is the first part of a tutorial program on multiplying binomials.
"Algebra Tutorial," assumes the student has some knowledge of algebra and understands terms usually introduced before binomial multiplication. This program only covers multiplication of one binomial (numeric expression of two terms) by another binomial—such as (x + 5) times (x + 4). Additional related units could include multiplying polynomials, dividing polynomials by binomials, and factoring trinomials.
The program uses PRINT statements to avoid DATA statements with lots of numbers. If you prefer to prevent scrolling, you can use the graphics method of CALL HCHAR and CALL VCHAR to print problems on the screen.
Redefining Characters
Lines 160 and 170 redefine two characters for use in printing the problems. Character 94 is ordinarily the caret or exponentiation symbol, but is redefined here as a 2, which will be used as the superscript for a number squared. To type the program in, use SHIFT 6 to get the ^ symbol in lines such as line 400.
The underline is also redefined. Character 95 is ordinarily the underline, but several underlines together yield a dotted line, and we want a solid line. Lines 230 and 270 are examples of the underline in the listing. To type the underline, press the FCTN key and the U. As you type the listing, you will see the regular symbols, but when you run the program, you will see the redefined characters.
When learning algebra, it is important to understand that you can work with letters using the same rules and methods that are used with regular numbers. Lines 190–300 print a screen showing a comparison of binomial multiplication in algebra with a numeric multiplication problem. Lines 310–460 show the general form of the multiplication problem and its answer.
Generating A Random Problem
Lines 470–950 present a problem for the student to try. A and B are two random numbers chosen for the second terms of the binomials. This problem is the simple case using X plus a number from 1 to 3. The computer goes through the problem step by step, and the student presses a number where prompted. Correct numbers must be entered to continue.
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Peng Yee Hock. 1987. Kalkulus Permulaan. Serdang : UPM.
Leithold, L. 1972. Calculus with Analytical Geometry. New York : Harper and Row.
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product (dot and scalar): properties of these products, orthogonality, parallel and anti-parallel, application of these products in geometry and science. Euclidean space: orthogonality
and projection. Linear transformation: matrices representative, eigenvalue and eigenvector. Determination by analysis and numerical and its application.
This course contains topics such as: First Order Differential Equations (Basic concepts and classification., Solving first-order separable, homogeneous, linear and exact equations.
Applications of first order linear differential equations), Second Order Differential Equations with constant coefficients (Solution of homogeneous equations, principle of
superposition, Solution of non-homogeneous equations, method of undetermined coefficients, method of variation of parameters, Application of second order linear differential equations),
Laplace Transforms and it's applications to initial value and bouncary value and Series Solutions of Linear Equations (using Power Series and Method of Frobenius).
This course discusses various numerical methods to solve mathematical problems.
Some of the problems to be discussed are non-linear equations, the system of linear equations, interpolation, Differentiation and integration, ordinary differential
equations of order n
The field covered by this course particularly includes: counting methods, relations, functions and graphs, graph theory, Boolean algebra, recurrence relations, group theory and
modeling computation. Students will learn to apply the necessary mathematical skills in the everyday life examples such as in modeling computation.
This course covers the properties of real numbers which include infimum and supremum, function, sequence and subsequence, countable and non-countable set, theorems of countable
set, open interval, component of bounded interval, open set in E1, theorems of union and intersection sets, limit point, Bolzano-Wierstrass theorem, and closed set in E1.
This course will provides some mathematical techniques which are used as the tools for solving maximization or minimization problems. Some important concepts such as game
theory and dynamic programming will be covered. Students are also able to understand and solve the mathematical programming problems by using Maple and excel.
A research project on one subject from selected topics in mathematics will be carry out during the semester under the supervision of a lecturer. The course consists of a seminar
presentation of the research results, and dissertation writing on literature review, methodology, results and discussion.
SM30302NUMERICAL METHODS
Prerequisite: ST2052 & SM2052
This course discusses on the use of computers in solving mathematical models, which is expressed in the form of partial differential equations. The topics considered are numerical
methods for solving parabolic, elliptic and hyperbolic equations in multi-dimensional problems. The consistency, convergence, stability and accuracy of several numerical schemes will be
included.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the basic theory of fuzzy sets and its applications; including fuzzy relations, fuzzy functions, extension principle, linguistic
variables, and fuzzy logic. At the end of this course the students are able to understand the concepts of fuzzy theory especially in fuzzy mathematics and fuzzy systems.
The purpose of this course is to introduce the role of mathematics in solving problems of control systems including feedback phenomena, input-output, and so on. Students will
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Problem Set Grades
Problem sets will be marked on a scale of 1--5, with half points where appropriate. A 4.0 signifies a problem set that meets expectations. That is, it displays a perfectly adequate understanding of the material covered. A 4.5 signifies something beyond that: Problems that were done especially well, for example. A 5.0 is rare and signifies a problem set that displays an especially deep understanding of the material.
Scores below 4.0 signify some inadequacy in the understanding displayed. A 3.5 probably means a few too many mistakes, but nothing to be overly concerned about. A 3.0 means that the understanding of the material displayed is barely adequate. Scores below 3.0 signify increasing difficulties. Since, as with any math class, the material is cumulative, it is recommended that anyone receiving a 3.0 or lower score see the instructor to make sure the student's difficulties are addressed. | 677.169 | 1 |
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Mrs. Schad attended Cornell University, with a major in Operations Research & Industrial Engineering, and a minor in Economics. She worked as an engineer on the rebuilding of the World Trade Center and on the 2nd Avenue Subway Project, before returning to graduate school to obtain her Master of Science in Mathematics & Education at Queens College. She has also completed post-graduate work in Special Education at Brooklyn College. Mrs. Schad has been teaching at West Babylon Senior High School since 2006. (If you have older brothers or sisters, they may know her by her maiden name, Miss Young.) | 677.169 | 1 |
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What is the slope of the line y = −4x − 9? 4. Suppose y = 3x + 2. What is 2. Are the lines y = 2x + 1 and y = −2x − 4 perpendicular? 5. What is the minimum of f (x) = (x + 3)2 − 4? 3. When is the line ax + by = c parallel to the y-axis? To the x-axis? 6. What is the result of completing the square for f (x) = x 2 + 1? y if x increases by 3? 18 CHAPTER 1 PRECALCULUS REVIEW Exercises In Exercises 1–4, find the slope, the y-intercept, and the x-intercept of the line with the given equation. 1. y = 3x + 12 2.
19 51. If objects of weights x and w1 are suspended from the balance in Figure 14(A), the cross-beam is horizontal if bx = aw1 . If the lengths a and b are known, we may use this equation to determine an unknown weight x by selecting w1 such that the cross-beam is horizontal. If a and b are not known precisely, we might proceed as follows. First balance x by w1 on the left as in (A). Then switch places and balance x by w2 on the right as in (B). The average x¯ = 12 (w1 + w2 ) gives an estimate for x. | 677.169 | 1 |
21-111: Calculus I
Description
The development of the Calculus is one of the most important events of the
second millenium. Since it's discovery/invention by Isaac Newton and Gottfried
Wilhelm Leibniz in the seventeenth century it has permeated all areas in the
biological, physical and social sciences. It has also been applied, with
somewhat less success, in the fields of religion and ethics.
In this course we will begin with a review of basic algebra and a
discussion
of functions. We will then begin investigating the notion of
limits and the definition of the derivative. We will
investigate the behavior of exponential and logarithmic
functions, and discuss how calculus can help us sketch the graph
of a function.
Throughout the course, applications of calculus to economics and finance will
be emphasized.
News
Friday 12 December: A review session has been scheduled for
Sunday 14 December. It will be held from 6:00-7:30 in DH 1112.
Friday 12 December: I have posted some exam-style review
problems on the Final exam review page.
Monday 8 December: I have posted a review page for the final
exam. Follow the link from the Schedule page. The review only
addresses the material covered since Exam #3, but the Final will be
comprehensive. You should refer to the previous review pages (and
your exams) for the earlier material.
Wednesday 26 November: The reading and homework for Week #15
have been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule Page.
Monday 24 November: I have decided that as a favor to those
with "Magic Bus" tickets or other travel plans, when computing final
grades, I will drop the lowest three quiz grades. (The
previous policy was to drop two.) I will do
this for everyone, even those who do come to recitation on Tuesday.
Happy Thanksgiving.
Friday 21 November: Here is a page of statistics for the course. Scroll down to
the bottom to find out about Exam #3.
Thursday 20 November: The assignments for Week #14 have been
posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Monday 17 November: The reading and exercises for Week #13 have
been posted. Follow the link form the Schedule page.
Thursday 13 November: I've added a few more problems to the
page of "sample exam problems". You may want to take another look.
Tuesday 11 November: The study guide for Exam #3 has been
posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page. I will update the
study guide with sample exam problems pretty soon.
Sunday 9 November: The reading and homework assignments for
Week #12 have been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
The number of problems is a bit larger than usual, but the problems
from Sections 4.1 and 4.2 should not prove especially challenging.
Thursday 6 November: My office hours will not begin until 2:30
today. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Thursday 30 October: The reading and exercises for Week #11
have been posted. Follow the link from the schedule page.
Friday 24 October: The reading and homework assignments for
Week #10 have been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Tuesday 21 October: I will hold office hours today from 3:45-5:30.
Sunday 19 October: The sample exam problems have been posted on the
review page.
Wednesday 15 October: I have posted a review page for Exam
#2. It is not yet complete, but it will give you something to get
started on. I will update it this weekend with some sample exam
problems.
Monday 13 October: IMPORTANT: The date of Midterm #2 has been
changed from Monday 20 October (the day after mid-semester break) to
Wednesday 22 October.
Thursday 9 October: The reading and exercises for Week #8 have
been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Friday 3 October: The reading and exercises for Week #7 have
been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Tuesday 30 September: The final exam schedule has been
released. Our Exam will be given on 16 December, from 8:30-11:30am.
Tuesday 30 September: I will have to move my office hours to
10:00-11:30 for this Thursday only. Next week, my office hours will
return to their usual time: 2:00-4:00 Thursday.
Saturday 27 September: The reading and homework assignments for
Week #6 have been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Monday 22 September: The reading and homework assignments for
Week #5 have been posted. Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Thursday 18 September: A Review Session for Exam #1 will be
held on Sunday 21 September, from 2:00-3:30pm in DH 1112.
Thursday 4 September: If you are wishing for some additional help with
this course,
Academic Development is
offering peer tutoring
Sunday through Thursday
nights from 8-11pm in Mudge Library and Donner Reading Room.
Thursday 4 September: Beginning today, Section C will meet in DH 1211.
The time for that recitation is unchanged -- 3:30 TR.
Thursday 4 September: The assignments for Week #3 have been posted.
Follow the link from the Schedule page.
Wednesday 3 September: Starting tomorrow, 4 September, Section C will
meet in DH 1211 (still at 3:30-4:20 TR).
Saturday 30 August: The Assignments for Week #2 have been posted. The link is available from the Schedule page.
Wednesday 27 August: I strongly encourage you to take a look at
this document.
(Some parts of it may display strangely on some browsers.)
It does a great job of highlighting some common pitfalls.
Tuesday 26 August: The exercises for HW#1 have been posted. Follow the
link from the schedule page to find them.
Monday 11 August: Welcome to Calculus I. | 677.169 | 1 |
This Mathematics Placement Examination Review was
written by the authors of the Colorado State University Mathematics
Placement Examination (MPE) to help you prepare for this exam. The MPE
Review is organized into three sections corresponding to the three
parts of the exam. Section I deals with topics in college algebra;
Section II is concerned with numerical and analytic
trigonometry; and Section III is devoted to logarithmic and exponential
functions. Each section contains a brief explanation of the material
and
several practice problems. Answers to the practice problems can be
found at the end of each section.
We strongly
recommend that you prepare thoroughly before taking the MPE. Your
performance on the exam can have a significant impact on your academic
future. You can get a head start on your degree program by scoring well
on the exam and earning up to five college credits in mathematics.
A poor performance on the MPE could delay your access to required
courses
and possibly delay your academic program.
All students should strive to do well on as much
of the exam as possible.
But it is especially important to prepare for Part I of the exam. Part
I consists of 24 items concentrating on pre-algebra and algebra skills.
You must earn a satisfactory score on this part to be eligible to take
any mathematics courses at CSU without further review. Since every
major requires that at least three credits in mathematics be earned
during the first 60 credits of enrollment, it is to your advantage to
perform well on this part of the exam. For students in math intensive
majors such as engineering, physics and the mathematical sciences, it
is especially
important to thoroughly prepare for all three parts of the MPE.
To prepare for the MPE, work through all sections
of the MPE Review that
contain material you have previously studied. (Remember, Part I is for
everyone!) If you find you have forgotten some techniques or some
topics are unfamiliar, borrow textbooks that deal with those topics
from a school
library, a public library, or your high school math teacher. Use them
to
review. Your high school math teacher may also be willing to talk with
you about topics you have forgotten.
The MPE is based on the pre-calculus courses
offered at Colorado State
University. Using the course outlines as a guide may also help you find
suitable reference materials at your local library. The current
outlines
for these courses are found here.
Click
on the appropriate link below to access the review materials for the
section you wish to study. (requires
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She explains concepts well. She does not move too fast and gives enough practice to ensure we really learn what we need to know. She gives points for effort and taking a risk to answer a question or go up to the board.
Hours per week:
6-8 hours
Advice for students:
Don't think this class is a blow off easy class. It is not.
Course Term:Spring 2016
Professor:Eileen Knapp
Course Required?Yes
Course Tags:Great Intro to the SubjectGo to Office HoursMany Small Assignments
Oct 16, 2016
| Would recommend.
Not too easy. Not too difficult.
Course Overview:
I would highly recommend this course because I have never been able to rap my head around math. It has always been my weakness; however, in this class I was able to exceed my own expectations and goals and I genuinely understood the curriculum.
Course highlights:
The highlights of this course were the in class investigations and activities where students were encouraged to work with each other to solve difficult real world word problems and equations.
Hours per week:
6-8 hours
Advice for students:
Do the work. Even if the homework assignment is 5 points or less, doing the work will help you in two important ways. 1.) All points eventually add up, so just because it's only 5 points, it will make or break your grade. 2.) Math is like jumping jacks. You have to continue to massage your brain and work on math problems to truly understand it. You have to exercise your brain constantly to nail the subject. | 677.169 | 1 |
Executive Summary: This introductory lesson to partial derivatives to a class of business and social science majors focuses on conceptual understanding in several different ways. It opens with a couple of questions on car loans aimed at assessing the experience and intuition of the class concerning changes in multivariable functions. Then with the help of a computer applet borrowed from MIT the lesson introduces the concept of partial derivatives through its geometrical meaning. TI-89 calculators provide a way for students to easily compute partial derivatives algebraically for a simple polynomial function. Through these two technological tools students explore the relationship between the 3-D graph of a two-variable function and its partials. The 75 minute lesson ends with a couple of partial derivative applications from the fields of business and economics.
The lesson is based on a laboratory/guided discovery approach. Technology is used as a tool for exploration. The learning activities were ordered to achieve understanding first geometrically, then algebraically, and finally through application. Lower-level computational skills were placed in support of higher-level conceptual understanding. Some later questions were directed toward giving students the opportunity to discover connections with previously-learned material. The application portion of the lesson is designed to help students see connections between the mathematics curriculum and other disciplines.
This lesson study reinforced the notion that discovery learning, supported by technology that helps students visualize and compute, is very helpful in the introduction of a conceptually difficult topic such as partial derivatives. The lesson also highlighted the importance of constant and immediate assessment in the classroom. The gulf between an instructor's perception of student understanding and what is actually the case can be tremendously broad, especially toward the end of a long semester. A third revelation is that usually simpler is better. It is preferable to focus on understanding a few concepts well in the classroom. Finally, the importance of personal contact, student-to-student or student-to-teacher, cannot be overemphasized. While working in a computer lab, the information is right there in the face of the student on the computer screen. In a lengthy classroom or lecture hall, it is far too easy for the weaker student to disengage. In addition every learning environment needs to provide a way for instructors to get within every student's "sphere of learning.". Students that are not easily accessed in the classroom, whether in the back of a long classroom or against the wall in a computer lab are in danger of being lost. | 677.169 | 1 |
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Multiple Representations of expressions in problems are presented simultaneously, enabling students to visualize how algebraic, graphical, geometric, numeric and written forms of those expressions relate to one another
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T³™ Workshops focus on effectively using TI technology to successfully implement the TEKS. Expert instructors provide participants with hands-on training with TI technology, while focusing on the math content and instructional practices that lead to success in the classroom.
T³™ Workshops, which provide professional development for the entire department, can be scheduled during the school year or in summer.
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Student Text
This student text is full of features to enhance the learning of Geometry at the 10th Grade level with an emphasis on a Christian worldview.
Biblically-Based Material
Every chapter contains biblically based material, providing a scriptural foundation.
Questions about the Bible text help you graps what is important to the chapter.
The Bible as truth makes what you learn personal and practical.
The Bible as the basis for geometry sheds light on the purpose of the subject.
The theme verse helps you to link the temporary with the eternal in your studies.
Geometry Lessons
Different colors help you to distinguish Postulates, Definitions, Theorems, and Constructions.
Many examples help you do the homework.
Two-column proofs help you develop your reasoning skills.
Exercises with different levels of difficulty help guide your progress. | 677.169 | 1 |
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How we reason with mathematical ideas continues to be a fascinating and challenging topic of research--particularly with the rapid and diverse developments in the field of cognitive science that have taken place in recent years. Because it draws on multiple disciplines, including psychology, philosophy, computer science, linguistics, and anthropology, cognitive science provides rich scope for addressing issues that are at the core of mathematical learning.
Drawing upon the interdisciplinary nature of cognitive science, this book presents a broadened perspective on mathematics and mathematical reasoning. It represents a move away from the traditional notion of reasoning as "abstract" and "disembodied", to the contemporary view that it is "embodied" and "imaginative." From this perspective, mathematical reasoning involves reasoning with structures that emerge from our bodily experiences as we interact with the environment; these structures extend beyond finitary propositional representations. Mathematical reasoning is imaginative in the sense that it utilizes a number of powerful, illuminating devices that structure these concrete experiences and transform them into models for abstract thought. These "thinking tools"--analogy, metaphor, metonymy, and imagery--play an important role in mathematical reasoning, as the chapters in this book demonstrate, yet their potential for enhancing learning in the domain has received little recognition.
This book is an attempt to fill this void. Drawing upon backgrounds in mathematics education, educational psychology, philosophy, linguistics, and cognitive science, the chapter authors provide a rich and comprehensive analysis of mathematical reasoning. New and exciting perspectives are presented on the nature of mathematics (e.g., "mind-based mathematics"), on the array of powerful cognitive tools for reasoning (e.g., "analogy and metaphor"), and on the different ways these tools can facilitate mathematical reasoning. Examples are drawn from the reasoning of the preschool child to that of the adult learner.
Similar concernedResearch by cognitive psychologists and mathematics educators has often been compartmentalized by departmental boundaries. Word Problems integrates this research to show its relevance to the debate on the reform of mathematics education.
Beginning with the different knowledge structures that represent rule learning and conceptual learning, the discussion proceeds to the application of these ideas to solving word problems. This is followed by chapters on elementary, multistep, and algebra problems, which examine similarities and differences in the cognitive skills required by students as the problems become more complex. The next section, on abstracting, adapting, and representing solutions, illustrates different ways in which solutions can be transferred to related problems. The last section focuses on topics emphasized in the NCTM Standards and concludes with a chapter that evaluates some of the programs on curriculum reform.
Until recently there had been relatively little integration of programs of research on teaching, learning, curriculum, and assessment. However, in the last few years it has become increasingly apparent that a more unified program of research is needed to acquire an understanding of teaching and learning in schools that will inform curriculum development and assessment. The chapters in this volume represent a first step toward an integration of research paradigms in one clearly specified mathematical domain.
Integrating a number of different research perspectives is a complex task, and ways must be found to reduce the complexity without sacrificing the integration. The research discussed in this volume is tied together because it deals with a common content strand. During the last ten years specific content domains have served as focal points for research on the development of mathematical concepts in children. The areas of addition and subtraction, algebra, rational numbers, and geometry are notable examples. Whether a similar organizational structure will prevail for programs of research that integrate the study of teaching, learning, curriculum, and assessment is an open question. The perspectives presented in this volume illustrate the potential for adopting this perspective.
This work argues that cognitive development is experience driven, and processes entailed in acquiring information about the world are analyzed based on recent models of learning and induction. The way information is represented and accessed when performing cognitive tasks is considered paying particular attention to the implications of Parallel Distributed Processing (PDP) models for cognitive development.
The first half of the book contains analyses of human reasoning processes (drawing on PDP models of analogy), development of strategies, and task complexity -- all based on aspects of PDP representations. It is proposed that PDP representations become more differentiated with age, so more vectors can be processed in parallel, with the result that structures of greater complexity can be processed. This model gives an account of previously unexplained difficulties in children's reasoning, including some which were influential in stage theories.
The second half of the book examines processes entailed in some representative cognitive developmental tasks, including transitive inference, deductive inference (categorical syllogisms), hypothesis testing, learning set acquisition, acquisition and transfer of relational structures, humor, hierarchical classification and inclusion, understanding of quantity, arithmetic word problems, algebra, conservation, mechanics, and the concept of mind. Process accounts of tasks are emphasized, based on applications of recent developments in cognitive science.
For too many students, mathematics consists of facts in a vacuum, to be memorized because the instructor says so, and to be forgotten when the course of study is completed. In this all-too-common scenario, young learners often miss the chance to develop skills—specifically, reasoning skills—that can serve them for a lifetime. The elegant pages of Teaching Mathematical Reasoning in Secondary School Classrooms propose a more positive solution by presenting a reasoning- and discussion-based approach to teaching mathematics, emphasizing the connections between ideas, or why math works. The teachers whose work forms the basis of the book create a powerful record of methods, interactions, and decisions (including dealing with challenges and impasses) involving this elusive topic. And because this approach shifts the locus of authority from the instructor to mathematics itself, students gain a system of knowledge that they can apply not only to discrete tasks relating to numbers, but also to the larger world of people and the humanities.
A sampling of the topics covered:
Whole-class discussion methods for teaching mathematics reasoning.
Learning mathematical reasoning through tasks.
Teaching mathematics using the five strands.
Classroom strategies for promoting mathematical reasoning.
Maximizing student contributions in the classroom.
Overcoming student resistance to mathematical conversations.
Teaching Mathematical Reasoning in Secondary School Classrooms makes a wealth of cutting-edge strategies available to mathematics teachers and teacher educators. This book is an invaluable resource for researchers in mathematics and curriculum reform and of great interest to teacher educators and teachers.
Here, several leading experts in the area of cognitive science summarize their current research programs, tracing Herbert A. Simon's influence on their own work -- and on the field of information processing at large. Topics covered include problem- solving, imagery, reading, writing, memory, expertise, instruction, and learning. Collectively, the chapters reveal a high degree of coherence across the various specialized disciplines within cognition -- a coherence largely attributable to the initial unity in Simon's seminal and pioneering contributions.
Mathematical and Analogical Reasoning of Young Learners provides foundational knowledge of the nature, development, and assessment of mathematical and analogical reasoning in young children. Reasoning is fundamental to understanding mathematics and is identified as one of the 10 key standards for school mathematics for the new millennium. The book draws on longitudinal and cross-cultural studies, conducted in the United States and Australia, of children's reasoning development as they progressed from preschool through the end of second grade.
The multifaceted analysis of young children's development of mathematical and analogical reasoning focuses on individual learners, their learning environments, and the interaction between the two. The multidisciplinary team of authors present multiple perspectives and multiple methodologies, and provide valuable information on organizing and sustaining interdisciplinary and cross-cultural inquiry. Key issues addressed include: *the relationship between mathematical and analogical reasoning; *how changes in children's reasoning relate to the implicit instruction they receive in their classrooms; *analyses of the participating teachers' knowledge, beliefs, and practices with respect to mathematical and analogical reasoning of young learners; and *ways in which we might promote development of mathematical and analogical reasoning in young children.
This volume is highly relevant for mathematics educators, researchers in mathematics education, educational psychologists, early childhood teachers, and others interested in mathematical development of young children, in particular, the development of their reasoning processes.
This third edition of the Handbook of International Research in Mathematics Education provides a comprehensive overview of the most recent theoretical and practical developments in the field of mathematics education. Authored by an array of internationally recognized scholars and edited by Lyn English and David Kirshner, this collection brings together overviews and advances in mathematics education research spanning established and emerging topics, diverse workplace and school environments, and globally representative research priorities.
New perspectives are presented on a range of critical topics including embodied learning, the theory-practice divide, new developments in the early years, educating future mathematics education professors, problem solving in a 21st century curriculum, culture and mathematics learning, complex systems, critical analysis of design-based research, multimodal technologies, and e-textbooks. Comprised of 12 revised and 17 new chapters, this edition extends the Handbook's original themes for international research in mathematics education and remains in the process a definitive resource for the field concerned | 677.169 | 1 |
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Sally says students need more than math 'appreciation'
The definition of a derivative is a familiar concept in required Chicago mathematics courses for undergraduates.
Paul Sally Jr. says many U.S. college-level mathematics courses for nonmajors are "the equivalent of people taking English and reading classic comics."
Sally, Professor in Mathematics and the College, delivered this message during an invited address Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Joint Mathematics Meetings of the American Mathematics Society and the Mathematical Association of America.
The trend toward teaching college students about mathematics rather than teaching them to actually do mathematics has led to growing numbers of college graduates who are numerically illiterate, Sally said. "There is almost no situation in life where you're not going to need some quantitative literacy in order to achieve certain goals," he said.
"This notion that one has to 'interest' students in mathematics in order to make them do it has gone much too far, to the point where real mathematics in many cases has just disappeared entirely from the courses. They're just a discussion of what mathematics does and beautiful pictures and imprecise ideas."
The University requires that its students take one mathematics course as part of its Core curriculum. "It's a serious mathematics course," he said. But the trend nationwide is toward less rigorous courses. As evidence, he points to a textbook originally published in the 1940s called What is Mathematics? Endorsed by Albert Einstein, it was written to explain mathematics to nonmathematicians.
"It is now regarded as much too hard for that purpose," said Sally, who has little use for many of today's mathematics texts. "Many of these books would be excellent for the living room coffee table but they have no place in a mathematics classroom," he said.
Sally compared reading the books to watching the popular movie A Beautiful Mind, about Nobel Prize-winning mathematician John Nash. "There's certainly no mathematics in the movie," Sally said. "They mumbled a few words here and there. Certainly one has no idea what was in the mathematics that he did."
The problem at the college level stems from a lack of preparation, Sally said. His recommended solution: more mathematicians working with school teachers to im-prove the quality of precollege instruction.
For his part, Sally was the first director of the University of Chicago School Mathematics Project and founder of the Seminars for Elementary Specialists and Mathematics Education program, and the Young Scholars Program for mathematically talented students.
Sally has repeatedly received honors for his educational outreach and classroom instruction. He has received the Haimo Award for Distinguished University Teaching of the Mathematical Association of America (2002), the Distinguished Service Award of the American Mathematical Society (2000), the Amoco Foundation Award for Long-Term Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (1995), and the University's Quantrell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (1967).
Sally also has co-written a textbook with Diane Herrmann, Senior Lecturer in Mathematics, which will be published later this year. Its working title is Number, Shape and Symmetry. "We made no attempt to water it down," Sally said.
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I am thinking about taking a computer science degree but I am worried about the strong requirement for maths. I am currently deciding on my A level options (Economics, Maths, Physics and AS Business) but have been told many times that maths at A level is going to be really hard for an English minded person like me.
I was getting A's and A*'s in my past papers at GCSE but when the exam came along I was shocked by how many functional skills questions there were (which are my worst type as I hate basic maths). I checked my answers, at least the ones I could remember and it looks like I might get a B.
The more complex maths I really enjoy which still gives me hope about the idea of A level maths.
So how much maths will be used in computer science and give an example of a maths based area of the subject?
Quite simply, a lot. More than that it requires a certain kind of mathematically-minded person to get comfortable with the logic in CS, it is a mathematical science after all. Matrices, calculus, discrete maths, graphs, algebra, statistical analysis, set theory... there really isn't an area of CS where you won't run into some pretty complex maths. Don't let it put you off though; it's more applied than a maths degree as you should be able to see clear purposes of what you're doing.
I wouldn't worry about the maths too much, I have always been really really bad at maths but was able to get through the maths modules with moderately decent results, the only thing I really struggled with was algebra and truth tables but there is so many videos teaching this stuff on youtube it helped more than going to the lectures
(Original post by BinaryJava)
So how important would an A level in maths be for CS?
You are unlikely to get onto a CS degree without it. A-level maths is a pre-requisite usually to at least a grade B at A2.
Further maths is an advantage since this at least gives you an early start on the maths covered in the first year of the CS course. i.e. you will not be learning it for the first time when you start the degree and a lot will be revision together with application practice.
(Original post by uberteknik)
You are unlikely to get onto a CS degree without it. A-level maths is a pre-requisite usually to at least a grade B at A2.
This is only true for top 10-15 universities with exceptions, mind you. As long as you have something like Physics or Computing at A2, perfectly good universities like Birmingham would still consider you.
To give you an idea of what it is like at Edinburgh Uni, 20 credits out of 60 per semester are assigned to maths. So a third of our course in year 1 and year 2 is maths. After that, you don't have to do it. | 677.169 | 1 |
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This course will develop the ideas of complex numbers,
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I) Given a bimodule R A S and a left module S B, then the tensor product A ⊗ S B is a left R-module, the place r (a ⊗ b) = (ra) ⊗ b. equally, given A S and S B R , the tensor product A ⊗ S B is a correct Rmodule, the place (a ⊗ b)r = a ⊗ (br ). (ii) the hoop R is an (R, S)-bimodule and, if M is a left S-module, then R ⊗ S M is a left R-module. facts. (i) For fastened r ∈ R, the multiplication μr : A → A, outlined by way of a → ra, is an S-map, for A being a bimodule provides μr (as) = r (as) = (ra)s = μr (a)s. If F = ⊗ S B : Mod S → Ab, then F(μr ) : A ⊗ S B → A ⊗ S B is a (well-defined) Z-homomorphism. hence, F(μr ) = μr ⊗ 1 B : a ⊗ b → (ra) ⊗ b, and so the formulation within the assertion of the lemma is smart. it's now undemanding to envision that the module axioms do carry for A ⊗ S B. (ii) instance 2. 50(i) exhibits that R might be considered as an (R, S)-bimodule, and so half (i) applies. • for instance, if V and W are vector areas over a box okay, then their tensor product V ⊗k W is additionally a vector house over ok. 2. 2 Tens or items seventy seven instance 2. fifty two. If H is a subgroup of a bunch G, then a illustration of H supplies a left okay H -module B. Now okay H ⊆ kG is a subring, in order that kG is a (kG, okay H )-bimodule. hence, Proposition 2. 51(ii) indicates that kG⊗k H B is a left kG-module. The corresponding illustration of G is termed the prompted illustration. We see that proving houses of tensor product is usually a subject of unveiling that seen maps are, certainly, well-defined services. Corollary 2. fifty three. (i) Given a bimodule S A R , the functor A ⊗ R takes values in S Mod. : R Mod → Ab truly (ii) If R is a hoop, then A ⊗ R B is a Z (R)-module, the place r (a ⊗ b) = (ra) ⊗ b = a ⊗ r b for all r ∈ Z (R), a ∈ A, and b ∈ B. (iii) If R is a hoop, r ∈ Z (R), and μr : B → B is multiplication by means of r , then 1 A ⊗ μr : A ⊗ R B → A ⊗ R B can also be multiplication through r . evidence. (i) by way of Proposition 2. fifty one, A ⊗ R B is a left S-module, the place s(a ⊗ b) = (sa) ⊗ b, and so it suffices to teach that if g : B → B is a map of left R-modules, then 1 A ⊗ g is an S-map. yet (1 A ⊗ g)[s(a ⊗ b)] = (1 A ⊗ g)[(sa) ⊗ b] = (sa) ⊗ gb = s(a ⊗ gb) by way of Proposition 2. fifty one = s(1 A ⊗ g)(a ⊗ b). (ii) because the heart Z (R) is commutative, we could regard A and B as (Z (R), Z (R))-bimodules through defining ar = ra and br = r b for all r ∈ Z (R), a ∈ A, and b ∈ B. Proposition 2. 51(i) now supplies r (a ⊗ b) = (ra) ⊗ b = (ar ) ⊗ b = a ⊗ r b. (iii) This assertion in basic terms sees the final equation a ⊗ r b = r (a ⊗ b) from a special perspective: (1 A ⊗ μr )(a ⊗ b) = a ⊗ r b = r (a ⊗ b). • the subsequent technical consequence enhances Proposition 2. fifty one: while one of many modules is a bimodule, then Hom additionally has additional constitution. The reader will usually refer again to this. seventy eight Hom and Tens or Proposition 2. fifty four. Ch. 2 permit R and S be earrings. (i) Given R A S and R B, then Hom R (A, B) is a left S-module, the place s f : a → f (as), and Hom R (A, ) is a functor R Mod → S Mod. (ii) Given R A S and B S , then Hom S (A, B) is a correct R-module, the place f r : a → f (ra), and Hom S (A, ) is a functor Mod S → Mod R . (iii) Given S B R and A R , then Hom R (A, B) is a left S-module, the place s f : a → s[ f (a)], and Hom R ( , B) is a functor Mod R → S Mod. | 677.169 | 1 |
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Introduction
Basic Principles
Open Sentences
Variables
Numbers, Numerals, and Equations
Generalizations
Patterns and Principles
Real Numbers
The Beginnings of Algebra
More than 3,500 years ago an Egyptian named Ahmes collected a set of mathematical problems and their solutions. Included were problems such as finding the number that satisfies the equation
x (2/3 + 1/2 + 1/7 + 1) = 37.
About 2,500 years ago the Greek mathematician Pythagoras started a religious-mathematical brotherhood. Its members were called Pythagoreans. Intensely interested in geometry, they classified numbers according to geometrical properties. For example, they studied properties of the…
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Department of Mathematics
What is required today is the ability to think and the capability to express one's thoughts. Students acquire genuine, not superficial, creative powers through mathematics.
A distinctive feature of the Department of Mathematics is the small class sizes. In basic mathematics seminars in the first year, students interact with faculty members and learn how to study mathematics at university level. Specialized seminars, generally only available in the fourth year, start in the third year. Students choose a research topic of their preference from a broad selection of fields ranging from pure mathematics to applied mathematics and work on it for two years until graduation. Special consideration is given to students wishing to become teachers.
1.Education and Research
The Department of Mathematics provides broad-based education and research in mathematics ranging from abstract mathematics to practical applied mathematics. The department cultivates immediately employable human resources, such as teachers and actuaries, by acquiring inventiveness and the ability to develop sound theories through the study of abstract mathematics, and acquiring the ability to immediately apply socially useful mathematics through the study of applied mathematics.
Educational principles
Understanding of pure mathematics and development of logical thinking
We aim not only to facilitate students' understanding of mathematics, but to incorporate a lot of teaching in small seminar-style classes in which the students themselves explain what they have been studying to the group, and to take into consideration the development of presentation skills that are required not only of students who wish to become teachers after graduation, but in society as a whole.
Retention of students' desire to learn and maintenance of quality of mathematics education
We endeavor to respond to students' questions concerning mathematical thinking and how to study mathematics, when necessary looking at the problem from the students' point of view. We aim, by this means, to maintain the level of lecture content in the specialized courses.
3. Cultivation of computer skills required in the real world
We focus on intuitive understanding of logical mathematics by computer and provide computer education. We aim to teach the computer skills required of mathematics graduates by society.
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First year
We aim to get students to understand the difference between high school mathematics and specialized mathematics at university level, and to cultivate the ability to describe logical proofs. In addition, we aim to broaden students' options after graduation by providing courses in computer basics or courses that will act as the gateway to an actuary course.
Second year
We aim not only to provide the basics of specialized mathematics that students will study in their third and fourth years by studying content that will serve as an introduction to specialized mathematics, but to help students choose the laboratory to which they will be attached in the following year by providing an overview of the various fields of algebra, geometry, analysis, programming and pension insurance mathematics.
Third and fourth years
As well as ensuring in-depth understanding of a single topic by studying in seminar-style laboratory classes, we aim for students to acquire broad knowledge of other mathematical fields through lectures.
2.Admission Policy
Based on the admission policy of the College of Humanities and Sciences, the Department of Mathematics admits students who aspire to acquire logical capability through the study of abstract mathematics, as well as the ability to apply socially useful mathematics through the study of applied mathematics, and to utilize this knowledge to broadly contribute to mankind and society. | 677.169 | 1 |
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Prepare for Science: Introductory Mathematics for Physical and Engineering Sciences is an introductory text on mathematical concepts and skills needed in science and engineering, with particular reference to developing countries. Essential practical topics developed from first principles are discussed, and exercises are carefully arranged in order of difficulty so as to make the text suitable for self-study.
Comprised of six chapters, this book begins with an introduction to physical quantities such as length, velocity, time, pressure, force, illumination, and electric current. Subsequent chapters deal with powers of ten (standard form, negative exponents, calculations; units (base units, prefixes, derived units, non-SI units; numerical methods (logarithms, slide rule); and error estimation (approximate numbers, experimental errors, combination of errors). The final chapter is devoted to functions, with emphasis on the mathematical relationships between measured physical quantities.
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Students who plan to take Math 1505 should ensure that their mathematical skills are adequate.
About half of the students who enrolled in this course last year either dropped the course or failed.
This was mostly because of inadequate mathematical skills when starting the course.
Students who are weak in mathematics might need to take Math 1510 before they take Math 1505.
Most students should brush up on their mathematics before the course starts. An excellent resource is the
Khan
Academy.
The Khan Academy provides video tutorials and practice questions for everything you need to know before you take
Math 1505. You should be able to do well on the Khan Academy
practice questions before you start Math 1505. If you
do not
do well on the practice questions, then you should take Math 1510 or another preparation course before you
start Math 1505. Here are the links to the Khan Academy materials:
Algebra Basics
In "Algebra Basics", you should be able to answer ALL the "Practice" questions. If you can't, you shouldn't take
Math 1505
until you've taken a preparation course like Math 1510. Algebra I
In "Algebra I", you should be able to answer 90% of the "Practice" questions.
(You can skip the subsection "Rational and Irrational Numbers").
Algebra II
In "Algebra II", you should be able to answer 80% of the "Practice" questions.
(You can skip the subsections "Introduction to Complex Numbers" and "Introduction to Conic Sections").
Precalculus
In "Precalculus", you can skip the subsections "Conic Sections" and "Imaginary and Complex Numbers").
We'll be reviewing most of "Precalculus" in Math 1505, but we'll go fast, so you might want
to work on this section.
If you can't answer the practice questions in Algebra Basics, Algebra I and Algebra II, you shouldn't take Math
1505 until you've taken a preparation course like Math 1510. If you can, but didn't get 100%, then
you should thoroughly review the Khan Academy materials for the sections with which you had errors.
If you are weak in some area, study it until you're strong in that area. Turn your weaknesses into strengths!
If you take the course without adequate preparation, you will waste your
money
and your time, you'll fail or get a low mark,
and you will be frustrated and think you are "bad at math" - but
really, you're just not
prepared. Even if you're "bad at math", if you take the course after you are prepared, you'll get a good mark,
learn something, even enjoy the course, and, when it's over, you won't be "bad at math" after all! | 677.169 | 1 |
Getting Math Help
If you have a computer question, you can ask one of the TAs, the
lab monitor on duty, or the computer lab manager. If they don't know the answer, ask Dr Pan. This web page is about
getting help with the mathematics.
If you have a math question you can try the following (in the
given order or preference). Details (meeting times and locations) are given
in the schedule.
Teaching Assistants for this course. The TAs are available
in the computer lab many hours a week (See Lab Schedules). You can show up as many times as you need
If you are really struggling,
and you need more individual help than the TAs can provide,
you might consider hiring a personal tutor. Contact the Tutoring Services at the
Academic Success
Center for more information. | 677.169 | 1 |
Immersive Math e-book makes Algebra interactive and fun to learn
There are very few kids who seem interested in Mathematics; for a large population Maths is just another word for nightmare. As a kid, I never liked the subject especially Algebra (one of its branches) which used to scare the hell out me. Hard to grasp and understand, Algebra seems to be the most complicated branch of mathematics for a student. Well, the sweating and fever before a math exam is likely to go away with the development of Immersive Math e-book. Publicized as the world's first linear algebra book with fully interactive figures, Immersive Math explains the gruesome techniques and complex formulas with simple games, illustrations, and even ray tracing programs.
Immersive Math e-book was developed by a three-man team over the course of three years. With backgrounds in mathematics, computer graphics and image coding; the team worked on a sporadic basis for the project. The e-book uses open technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript, SVG and MathJax, a cross-browser JavaScript library that displays mathematical notation in web browsers.
For interactive illustrations to go with the e-book, the team has developed their own engine, and soon will be adding WebGL to the Immersive Book.
Currently only four chapters from the e-book are available, however the team is determined to complete the rest of the volume by the summer of 2016. They hope that their book will be first in the series and would love to see authors work on books with their developed system | 677.169 | 1 |
...finance, the civil service, scientific research, after completing the course. One can opt for building career in these different fields, because mathematics... Learn about: Mathematics Series, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Economics...
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... in business, you'll need to have a good grasp of mathematics for business, and being qualified in this will not only help you day-to-day, it will make you more attractive to potential employers. Learning with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you... Learn about: GRAPHING FUNCTIONS, Mathematical Economics, Linear Equations...
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The teacher is a good one, although he does not give homework. He is not very serious as he came in every day wearing sweat pants. Though not very serious he knows his stuff.
Course highlights:
This course is the equivalent of high school algebra 2/ trigonometry. We learned things like multiplying matrixes, inverse functions, solving equations with inequalities, and the different types of graphs.
Hours per week:
3-5 hours
Advice for students:
In this class with this teacher, you have to practice! The teacher does not provide homework and gives weekly tests. Do not assume that you know the corse material. He also provides useful shortcuts. | 677.169 | 1 |
Few questions regarding the book
I have got few questions for you here:
1. Which version did you cover here JEE5 or 6?
2. I saw first few pages of your book, apart from the questions did you answer those with short explanation?
3. As you only have questions, did you have a list of good books to go through to prepare?
1. Which version did you cover here JEE5 or 6?
[Amritendu] JEE 5. JEE 6 is still beta and objectives may change. If this book feedback is good, I'll write JEE 6 edition. But 70% of the content will be same.
OCMJEA5 + Adam bien patterns should cover 90% of OCMJEA6
2. I saw first few pages of your book, apart from the questions did you answer those with short explanation?
[Amritendu] All questions have detailed explanations. The idea was not to keep the answers below the question because one may overlook the answer before attempting.
3. As you only have questions, did you have a list of good books to go through to prepare?
[Amritendu] The appendix has a list of good books you can buy to prepare for the exam. | 677.169 | 1 |
Saxon Algebra 2 Homeschool Kit (3rd Ed.)
Quick Overview
Details
Algebra 2 covers all topics that are traditionally covered in second-year algebra as well as a considerable amount of geometry. In fact, students completing Algebra 2 will have studied the equivalent of one semester of informal geometry. Time is spent developing geometric concepts and writing proof outlines. Real-world problems are included along with applications to other subjects such as physics and chemistry.
•129 Lessons
•Glossary and Index
•Answer Key to all Student Textbook Problem Sets
•577 pages Size 1.2" H x 11.1" L x 8.5" W | 677.169 | 1 |
Teaching Math Software
Examples used in the December 2010 webinar titled "Teaching Math and Physics with Symbolic Math Toolbox". View the recorded webinar here: include:* Using symbolic computation for common tasks such as solving, simplifying, and plotting equations, and...
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Math software for students studying precalculus. Can be enteresting for teachers teaching precalculus. Math Center Level 1 consists of Graphing calculator 2D, Advanced Calculator, and Simple Calculator called from the Control Panel.
Simple calculator is a general purpose calculator which...
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Interactive geometry software for performing interactive calculations, visualization and modeling in math, science and engineering. The construction concept and the interactive visualization are the basis of the program. Designed to be easy-to-use, it provides a powerful mathematical platform...
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Math Compass helps children learn general math through flash-card style practice with flexible settings to accommodate students at any level. It includes 4 games (Missing Number, Missing Operation, Time Trial and Head-to-Head), tutorials for each operation, a real time report that can be output...
Platforms: Windows
The Geometer's Sketchpad (GSP5)... With a 20-year record of classroom success, The Geometer's Sketchpad is the world's leading software for teaching mathematics. Instructors have named it the Best Educational Software of all Time. Sketchpad gives students a tangible, visual way to learn...
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Atlantis is a unique, state of the art mathematical package, and serves as complete graphing/math software for industrial and educational use on PCs operating under the Windows environment.
Atlantis consists of the following components:
Graphing, Curve-Fitting, Statistics, Integration,...
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Read More abstract ideas, such as metric spaces and ordered systems, are avoided. The least upper bound property is taken as an axiom and the order properties of the real line are exploited throughout. A thorough treatment of sequences of numbers is used as a basis for studying standard calculus topics. Optional sections invite students to study such topics as metric spaces and Riemann-Stieltjes integrals. Designed for students having no previous experience with rigorous proofs, this text can be used immediately after standard calculus courses. It is highly recommended for anyone planning to study advanced analysis, as well as for future secondary school teachers. A limited number of concepts involving the real line and functions on the real line are studied, while many abstract ideas, such as metric spaces and ordered systems, are avoided completely. A thorough treatment of sequences of numbers is used as a basis for studying standard calculus topics, and optional sections invite students to study such topics as metric spaces and Riemann-Stieltjes integrals | 677.169 | 1 |
Class Overview: The Pre-Algebra course is designed to prepare students for Foundations of Algebra I. It requires students to use algebraic concepts in multiple ways and pushes them to expand on their mathematical thinking.
The course is broken up into two components. The first is the traditional classroom. Here the students are introduce to the algebraic concepts needed to ensure their success. Students work with expressions, equations, and variables. They work to see how these concepts relate to the real world and how they can be applied. The classroom helps to create the foundation that is needed to foster mathematical growth. The students learn the concepts and start to see how these concepts are related and how they are used in the real world.
The second part of the course is the technology component. Periodically throughout the course, the students will be required to complete various practice assignments, guided lessons, and quizzes. The students will be given a list of online assignments that must be completed for certain chapters that we cover. The assignments must be completed by the chapter test in order to receive credit. These assignments will be included in the final nine weeks grade. Students will have the opportunity to complete these assignments during study hall, at home via the internet, and occasionally during class.
Grading: Grades are based on total points earned. Take the total points earned and divide it by the total number of available points. Then multiply that result by 100 to obtain your final percentage.
Chapter Tests Quizzes Computer Grade/Projects Homework
Homework assignments are normally worth 2 points each. A student receives full credit for turning in a complete assignment on time. Students may turn in complete late homework for half credit up until the test for that chapter. After a chapter test has been taken, no further make up work will be accepted for that chapter. | 677.169 | 1 |
Nathan's MAT 130 ArchivedMy name is Nathan Schafer. I am a sophomore at DePaul; I study mathematical sciences. For my concentration, I chose applied and computational math. I have two siblings and a dog; he is not the best dog in the world and he doesn't have the best name either, but he is still my dog. I am from Chicago. I do not plan on going to graduate school. In my off time, I restore vintage cars, log flight time in small-engine airplanes, and spend time with my family. My favorite books are The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky and The Illiad by Homer.
Tips!
Look at photos. I find visuals to be particularly helpful when approaching a math problem. Even something as simple as looking at a graph can be useful.
Go to office hours. See your professor, come to my sessions, come to office hours. We have those times so that you can have better success in the course; take advantage of the resources that the university has provided to you!
If you enjoy math or you enjoy this class, consider joining the math club. There's usually food…
Do the corrections; your professor allows you to correct the quizzes for partial credit. Take advantage of any points that are given to you. If you don't do corrections, you are leaving points on the table.
Finally, put away your phone. Seriously. Put it away in class, put it away while you do your homework. You can't use it on the tests and it does not help you. For one, it's a distraction; additionally, your problem solving skills will go into atrophy if you spend all your time Googling answers. There is research to support this.
Functions
Here is a study resource I have found for you all; it is important to review these relationships and come to a memorization with them, so that you can approach seemingly difficult problems and simplify them. Please take some time to look over these equations.
Finding the Domain of Composite Functions
I have created a list of four steps to help you find the domains of composite functions. Follow along with me!
Let's say you have function f(g(x)), which might also look like: (f o g)(x). Notice that g(x) is within f(x) as the variable.
Find the domain of the inside function, g(x).
Find the domain of the outside function, f(x).
Set the domain of the outside function equal to the inside function (i.e. domain f(x)=g(x)). Solve the equation.
Exclude 1 and 3.
In this way, you can quickly find the excluded values in the domains of composite functions. This is a useful technique and I encourage all of you to try it!
Logarithmic Functions
Hello everyone. Here you will find a useful resources to help understand the relationship between logs and exponents: | 677.169 | 1 |
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Algebra Graphing Calculator Worksheets
There are 3 assignments for the graphing calculator. One was an intro page, one was intro to using the calculator (8 pages), and the last was a series of images you had to replicate on your own graphing calculator. All three of these are due for the graphing calculator unit. | 677.169 | 1 |
The California Mathematics Standards - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
The California Mathematics Standards. The California Standards come in two flavors. General Standards Green dot standards. In California the green dot standards are the focus of most instruction since these topics comprise 85\% of the state exams in grades 2 – 7 | 677.169 | 1 |
Some tips for learning mathematics (or
anything, really):
Put in the time. Mathematics
is
just
like
anything else. If you want to get good at it, you
have to put in the time working, learning, and practicing. Think
of it like a sport. Would you expect to be good at basketball
after watching me do a lay-up? No: you have to put in the hours
of practice yourself. I expect you to put in two hours outside of class for every hour
of class, minimum. Studies show that the thing that
differentiates experts from amateurs is not how much they enjoy
practicing (nobody likes it), but how willing they are to do it anyway. A friend of mine
says the following about mathematics courses, and I agree: "You should
expect to work ten to fifteen hours a week if you want to master the
material. Work five to ten if you want to get a C or a B.
If you work fewer than five hours, expect to be disappointed."
Get stuck, and keep trying. If
you read a problem, try one thing that doesn't work, think "I don't
know how to do that," and stop, you'll never get good. You should
be willing to spend fifteen or twenty minutes trying a problem before
you decide you don't know how to do it. I will expect you to have
attempted your work at that level before you come to office hours.
Study without distractions.
You
cannot
learn
something if your mind is doing too many things at
once. Study in a quiet place, without your iPod, computer,
television, phone, etc. In order to learn you need to give the
material your full attention, and that means no texting, no messaging,
and no music. If you cannot commit to doing this, then don't be
surprised when you are unable to learn deeply.
Review right away.
Ever wonder how your brain decides whether or not to put something in
long-term or short-term memory? There are two things you can do
to tell your brain that you want something to go in long-term
memory. First off, you can repeat the information
frequently. Secondly, you can repeat it within a short period of
time (as soon as possible, but certainly within a few hours) of when
you first learned it. This increases retention rates
dramatically. So if you have a class in the morning, try
reviewing your notes just afterwards, or as soon as you have free
time. It will help you remember things.
Work without your notes. If
you
always
do
your homework or study with your book and notes open next
to you, you will be left with a false feeling of how much you
know. You won't have that with you at exams! Try doing
assignments without looking at the book or your notes. Once
you've tried, look up the things you forgot and try to learn
them. This will give you a better feeling for what you really
know.
Don't say "I knew that."
If you get a problem wrong and then you see me or a friend do it on the
board, don't react by thinking, "Oh right, I knew that." When you
do that you deny yourself the chance to actually learn something you
didn't truly understand. Instead, pay attention to what happened,
and try to commit it to memory. Understanding steps when I do
them is not the same as understanding what and how to do them
yourself. Try to work on what you
understand, and not on what you can follow.
Get enough sleep.It doesn't matter how much
studying you do if you don't get any sleep; your brain won't process it. | 677.169 | 1 |
Adequate texts that introduce the concepts of abstract algebra are plentiful. None, however, are more suited to those needing a mathematical background for careers in engineering, computer science, the physical sciences, industry, or finance than Algebra: A Computational Introduction. Along with a unique approach and presentation, the author demonstrates how software can be used as a problem-solving tool for algebra. | 677.169 | 1 |
Algebraic statistics uses tools from algebraic geometry, commutative algebra, and combinatorics to address problems in statistics and its applications. One of the main guiding principles is that statistical models are semialgebraic sets. From this observation, the geometriy and algebra of the underlying statistical models can be used to get a better understanding of statistical models, analyze statistical procedures, and devise new methods for analyzing data. This book provides an introduction to this subject area, suitable for graduate courses, with background material on probability, algebra, and statistics. My guiding principle in writing the book has been to try to introduce statistical concepts and the mathematical concepts that go with them at the same time, wherever possible.
I have now completed a reasonably good rough draft of all chapters. I still need to edit everything, and provide further examples and exercises throughout. I would appreciate any feedback you have on what you read! If you have favorite examples or excersies in algebraic statistics that you think I should include, I would love to hear about them! | 677.169 | 1 |
Concise and highly focused, this volume offers everything high school and beginning college students need to know to handle problems in probability and statistics. Numerous rigorously tested examples and coherent, to-the-point explanations are presented in an easy-to-follow format. The treatment is organized in a way that permits readers to advance sequentially or skip around between chapters. An essential companion volume to the author's Attacking Trigonometry Problems and Attacking Problems in Logarithms and Exponential Functions, this book will equip students with the skills they will need to successfully approach the problems in probability and statistics that they will encounter on exams.
Author Biography
David S. Kahn is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics at the Center for Science and Math Education at Stony Brook University. For more than 20 years, he has taught mathematics to students at a variety of levels. He is the author of Cracking the AP Calculus AB & BC Exams, and his other Dover books are Attacking Trigonometry Problems and Attacking Problems in Logarithms and Exponential Functions. | 677.169 | 1 |
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Cambridge Checkpoint Maths Workbook 1
Consolidate learning with a write-in book for use in class and for homework with a parallel practice exercise for every exercise in the Student's Book.- Fully matched to the Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum Framework, Cambridge Checkpoint Tests and the Cambridge Progression Tests- Offers essential practice to ensure a full understanding of topics- Perfect for classroom and homework use | 677.169 | 1 |
The seminal text on fractal geometry for students and
researchers: extensively revised and updated with new material,
notes and references that reflect recent directions.
Interest in fractal geometry continues to grow rapidly, both as
a subject that is fascinating in its own right and as a concept
that is central to many areas of mathematics, science and
scientific research. Since its initial publication in 1990
Fractal Geometry: Mathematical Foundations and Applications
has become a seminal text on the mathematics of fractals. The
book introduces and develops the general theory and applications of
fractals in a way that is accessible to students and researchers
from a wide range of disciplines.
Fractal Geometry: Mathematical Foundations and
Applications is an excellent course book for undergraduate and
graduate students studying fractal geometry, with suggestions for
material appropriate for a first course indicated. The book also
provides an invaluable foundation and reference for researchers who
encounter fractals not only in mathematics but also in other areas
across physics, engineering and the applied sciences.
Provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the
mathematical theory and applications of
fractals
Carefully explains each topic using illustrative examples and
diagrams
Includes the necessary mathematical background material, along
with notes and references to enable the reader to pursue individual
topics
Features a wide range of exercises, enabling readers to
consolidate their understanding
"Falconer's book is excellent in many respects and
the reviewer strongly recommends it. May every university library
own a copy, or three! And if you're a student reading this,
go check it out today!." (Mathematical Association
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Competency-Based Mathematics Program: Instruction
Students in the Competency-Based Mathematics program learn the course content by using the software they are provided for the course. If they are taking the course at a Model 1 school, students may also be taught course content during class by their high school math teacher. The math teachers at Model 1 schools are given the freedom to choose how they teach their high school class but all students in the program, in both Model 1 and Model 2, must complete all of the sections on the software that are required for each course and must complete the designated number of exams (3 for College Algebra; 2 for Plane Trigonometry) successfully.
The software's Instruct mode presents the concepts, definitions, and examples for each lesson similar to how a textbook would but, unlike a textbook, the software also has narration and videos.
The software's practice mode offers unlimited practice problems with helpful feedback and an Interactive Tutor that lets students view a fully worked-out solution or complete a guided step-by-step process in order to find the solution.
The software's certify mode is where students complete assigned homework problems. There is a table in the lower part of the screen that shows the number of problems, the number of strikes for incorrect answers, and the maximum number of strikes allowed to pass the certification.If a student earns too many strikes, they must reattempt the certify for that lesson. Students are allowed an unlimited number of attempts to certify. If the computer is connected to the Internet, the student will receive a notice that their certification has been registered and a grade will show up in their Progress Report. If the computer is not connected to the Internet, the student will need to submit the certificate manually on a computer that has Internet access. Students can also save and print the certificate for their records. | 677.169 | 1 |
The Math Forum is an online community of teachers, students, researchers, parents, educators, and citizens at all levels who have an interest in mathematics and math education. The Math Forum has been consistently recognized as the leader in its field, and continues to provide high quality content and useful features, attracting about 4 million pageviews each month.
The home page offers easy access to all of the Math Forum services, with specific entry points provided to aid navigation for the novice, such as the Student Center and Teachers' Place. There are also links to 'What's New' on the site, a Search for Math on the Internet, and more.
The Problems of the Week are designed to challenge students with non-routine problems, and to encourage them
to explain their solutions. There are six Problems of the Week (PoWs): Elementary, Middle School, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry &
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There is a searchable archive of over 700 problems, each with the administrator's comments and highlighted solutions. Current or archived problems can be integrated into teachers' courses in a variety of ways - as an introductory or summary activity, as enrichment, to encourage team work or written communications, to allow the teacher unique access to student thinking, to allow students to mentor other students, and more.
The Problems of the Week have evolved to include important and useful features:
there is now a Library of Problems of the Week that organizes the archive of each of the six services for browsing by mathematics topics appropriate to that PoW, rates problems for difficulty level, and provides for searching by selected keywords or doing a full text word search.
You may also choose to browse an alphabetical listing from the Library page, or browse past problems by date from the individual PoW page.
You can get a more complete description by reading the "About the PoW Library" page.
by using the "Print This Problem" link just above the title, any current or past problem can be printed with a simple "Math Forum Problem of the Week" header; this allows problems to be used without indicating a course or grade level;
teachers can request accounts that can be sorted by class and alphabet, and that track each student's last posting date, and the number of correct, bonus and total submissions; to apply, follow the "Teacher Account" link for a particular PoW from the Teacher Information page; here is a sample account page;
teachers are invited to read through and contribute to a pow-teach discussion with comments about the instructional uses of the Problems of the Week, or ideas about specific problems and relevant mathematics.
We have produced a print publication of Problems of the Week, Volume 1, that is available _exclusively_ at our conference booth .
The Math Forum continues to collect, organize, catalog and annotate thousands of math-related web sites from diverse sources to create its Internet Mathematics Library. You can search or browse through over 7,000 items in the collection, organized under the headings of Mathematics Topics, Resource Types, Mathematics Education Topics or Educational Level. "Drilling down" from a heading takes you to a set of categories, then to a page showing subcategories, selected sites, and all sites in the category.
Ask Dr. Math is an ask-an-expert service in which anyone in the world can pose a math question at any level. A cadre of volunteer 'doctors' select and respond to problems of interest. In addition to an archive of over 5,000 questions and answers that is searchable by level and topic, there is:
a set of nearly 50 Frequently Asked Questions on the FAQ page, including items about multiplying a negative by a negative, permutations and combinations, the Fibonacci sequence, Pascal's Triangle, and more;
a Classic Problems page, including such favorites as: "two trains leave from different cities at the same time ...", or "how large must a group be so that the chance of at least two people having the same birthday is ...", etc.;
a Formulas page, which shows formulas for area, perimeter, and volume of a variety of figures, the connections between coordinate systems, trigonometric relationships, and more.
Teacher2Teacher, like a virtual teacher's lounge, is an environment in which questions are asked and opinions are shared about topics across the broad spectrum of interest to teachers, including classroom techniques, activities, resources, professional development, etc. The archive contains over 500 questions and their related discussion threads. Initial responses are provided by master teachers, and many questions stimulate a public discussion as issues are explored and opinions expressed.
A frequently asked question (FAQ) in the T2T service exposes an issue of concern for many teachers. For example, much commentary is elicited by a question like, "How can I assess my students?".
You are encouraged to
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We have over 300,000 pages of content, so this is quite an extensive search field. Given that ours is a full text searcher, you may want to focus a search in a specific area, or use the "that exact phase" and "complete words only" options.
Efficient searching is an art. You will find our Searching Tips and Tricks page helpful, and our Search Features page offers even more detail about such items as the "Starting Points" that are generated for many keywords and topics, and the automatic spell correction. These features are the result of the on-going design efforts to make the search environment more user-friendly. We invite you to contact us to clarify any unresolved confusion or questions.
The Math Forum is committed to building upon the activity of the teachers,
students, and researchers who use it. The Forum provides a platform and the opportunity to share excellent resources and materials with colleagues world wide.
We are particularly pleased to highlight the exemplary work of Suzanne Alejandre, who's prolific efforts are targeted mostly at the middle school level.
Our electronic newsletter is sent out via e-mail once a week to those who subscribe, and is archived on our site. It offers tips about what we have at the Math Forum and how to find it, notes about new items on the site or on the Internet, questions and answers from services like Ask Dr. Math or the Problems of the Week, suggestions for K-12 teachers and students, and pointers to key issues in mathematics and math education.
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include many mathematics and math education-related newsgroups, mailing lists, and Web-based discussions, such as the pow-teach discussion mentioned above, as well as math-teach, numeracy, geometry-pre-college, k12.ed.math, etc. Many discussion sites are very active, like sci.math, which had about 900 threads posted in September, 2000 alone.
There are many ways to contribute to the Math Forum community. Beyond using the various services we provide, many people subscribe to the newsletter, participate in T2T and other discussions, and make suggestions, such as alerting us to other good materials and websites they have discovered. Others find satisfaction in sharing their content as web units or lessons, or showcasing their students' work. Many people voluteer their time and efforts to respond to T2T or Ask Dr. Math questions, while others act as mentors for one of the Problems of the Week.
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A very good and unique book written like a fantasy story.It is set in the fictional kingdom of Camorra.It being written like a fantasy story
I guess might be of particular help to some people for understanding it.The plot is basically about acquaintances of the king who after stopping a near flood realize how helpful triangles are and find out about the nature of them.Eventually they also meet a man named Trigonometris who helps them with "the Gremlin's" challenge to build a bridge in time.They complete the challenge & also prevent another flooding accident.Other people learn about the uses of trigonometry and they help their friend (a giant named Pal) make a carrier pigeon system.The 1st 11 chapters make up the main story.There are an extra 4 chapters on complex numbers,coordinate rotation,spherical trigonometry and the polynomial approximation for sin x and cos x. This is an excellent book for anyone who would not only like to learn trigonometry but also know how is it that concepts in trigonometry originate,are derived and developed.The questions can be answered by anyone who is knowlegdable about trigangles from late elementary school to a high schoool student who has taken advanced functions.There are a variety of topics such as radians,inverse trigonometry, trigonometric identities,the periodic function(there is a note about Fouriers theorem at the end of that chapter),polar co-ordinates and there are questions which mix in physics concepts.There are also questions in which you have to derive a formula on your own (which I personally find difficult)or prove a formula.
A note about a few of the questions:they are suppose to be done as programs in a now outdated BASIC programming language.Answers to questions and an appendix are at the back. | 677.169 | 1 |
CURRICULUM GLOSSARY
MATHEMATICS
McGraw-Hill: My Math*
Grades K-5
Is a 2014 state-adopted mathematics curriculum for Grades K-5. It provides challenge, personalization and the student engagement a student needs to meet the goals and objectives of the California Mathematics standards. Students have the option to use technology to access their book online and do a variety of activities that reinforce the concepts highlighted within the curriculum.
Glencoe: California Math*
Grades 6-8**
Is a 2014 state-adopted mathematics curriculum for Grades 6-8. It makes math real for students and meets them wherever they are in their learning. Multiple resources ensure approaching-level students master concepts before moving on, while beyond-level are appropriately challenged. Students have the option to use technology to access their book online and do a variety of activities that reinforce the concepts highlighted within the curriculum.
**HRACS offers an onsite, optional teacher directed enrichment that meets weekly to enhance the effectiveness of this math program.
Saxon: Saxon Math
Grades 1-8
The Saxon series is a favorite among homeschoolers because of its ease of use, especially for the teacher who is not experienced in math. It provides constant review and presents new concepts in a clear, concise manner. Each lesson introduces a new concept followed by a few practice examples. The student then completes problem sets which include review of all previously learned concepts. It takes about 1 to 1 1/2 hours daily per child for instruction. Tests are given after every 4 or 5 lessons.
Houghton-Mifflin: Math Steps
Grades K-7
Math steps uses traditional mathematical strategies to present math concepts to students in grades K-7. There is a focus on computation and problem solving strategies, as well as some daily spiral review. The format of this workbook makes it an excellent choice for a student who is easily distracted.
Modern Curriculum Press
Grades K-6
This seven volume series (in workbook form) provides students in K through 6th grade a course of study dealing with traditional mathematical concepts. Systematic review of each basic skill concept is also an important feature of this math program.
Level K Kindergarten
Level A 1st Grade
Level B 2nd Grade
Level C 3rd Grade
Level D 4th Grade
Level E 5th Grade
Level F 6th Grade
SUPPLEMENTAL MATH
Keys To . . . Series (Math)
Grades 4-8
The Keys To . . . booklets are easy to use and self-directed, meaning that the student can work at his own pace. They are a positive alternative to large textbooks which can be complicated and intimidating. Simple vocabulary and reading are used to present a single concept on each page.
Keys To . . . Series are available for:
Fractions
Decimals
Measurement
Metric Measurement
Percent
Algebra
Geometry
Times Tables the Fun Way!
Grades 3-5
Times Tables the Fun Way is a picture and story method of learning the times tables. Students enjoy the variety and range of activities that are possible with the story method. The Teacher's Manual should be used in conjunction with the Times Tables the Fun Way Book for Kids (Student Text), Times Tables the Fun Way Student Workbook, and Times Tables the Fun Way Flashcards.
Addition the Fun Way!
Grades 2-5
Addition the Fun Way is a picture and story method of learning the addition facts. It uses the same memorization techniques that are found in the highly successful Times Tables the Fun Way. These include visualization, association, and memory techniques. The Teacher's Manual should be used in conjunction with the Addition the Fun Way Book for Kids (Student Text), Addition the Fun Way Student Workbook, and Addition the Fun Way Flashcards.
Math Manipulatives
Grades TK-2
Enhance the primary math curriculum, with a math manipulative kit to create a hands-on experience with early childhood math concepts. Several widely used items in the kit include Unifix Cubes®, 100's chart and Judy Clocks®. Sign up for the parent workshop offered in the fall of each year to get ideas on how to integrate concrete math instruction into the math curriculum.
READING & PHONICS
Zoo-Phonics
Grade K
A playful, physical, whole body approach to phonics, reading and spelling. Lower case letters correspond to animal shapes, using a whole body signal. Animal names introduce letter sounds, followed by uppercase, sound blending with pictures, then short and long vowels. There are 26 animal friends that help children begin the reading process. Zoo-Phonics requires study and preparation by the parent in order to teach this curriculum. (There is a one-time parent training session)
The Adventures of Ti & Mo
Grade K
This is an exciting beginning reading program that is user-friendly and has been very successful in teaching reading to young children. There is a seminar that will help get you and your child started on a fun-filled adventure into the land of Ti & Mo. It uses storytelling, puppets, games, and worksheets to teach a strong foundation in sounds and the blending of words. (There is a one-time parent training session)
Learning Through Sounds
(Books 1 & 2)Grades K-1
This phonics program uses a student workbook and the Sounds Chart binder to teach the basics of phonics in preparation for reading. It works well to start this program before beginning the Pathway readers. The directions for teachers are clear and contain extra suggestions for review. Learning Through Sounds also provides a good systematic review for the slow beginning reader.
Learning Press: All About Reading
(Level 1-4: K-3rd)
This is a truly multi sensory program; your student will learn through sight, sound, and touch. Everything is taught in context, and your student will apply what he has learned right away. Your student will be engaged in thinking, processing, comparing, and learning.
Pathway Reading Series
Grades K-3
Character-developing stories center around rural and farm life, and lack references to videos, computers and TV. The simplicity of the series makes it a joy to use. Accompanying workbooks and the Sounds Chart binder provide thorough phonics instruction, vocabulary and comprehension activities. The hardback texts include simple black and white illustrations. Early grade readers progress as sequels, with the same characters reappearing.
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
Grades K-1
A non-consumable phonics-based manual with teacher notes printed in red. It prepares students to read at first grade level, through lesson-by-lesson instructions. This program is easy to use and recommended by many homeschool parents.
Primary Phonics (Workbooks and Readers)
Grades K-1
There are five basic workbooks each with 10 accompanying simple readers utilizing the same words. Excellent follow up after Ti & Mo or Zoo-Phonics. Primary Phonics also offers simple reading to build confidence. Books 1-4 also have a comprehension workbook.
HMH Journeys*
Grades 1-6
A comprehensive reading and language arts program that builds skills in reading using authentic award winning text. It includes spelling, vocabulary development as well as grammar interwoven to complete the necessary skills for each grade level. Sets include teacher edition, student text, and support reader's notebook., First and 2nd grade include blending books.
HMH Collections*
Grades 6-8
A challenging curriculum designed to develop student abilities to analyze complex texts, determine evidence, reason critically, and communicate thoughtfully. Collections includes teacher's edition, student text and close reader workbook. This curriculum has been state adopted.
Spotlight on Literature
Grades 6-8
This reading textbook series, organized by thematic units, utilizes high-quality literature including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, short stories, biography, and drama to teach reading, literature, and language arts competency to students in Grades 6-8. Texts are very user-friendly with simply laid out format. No workbook included. Each unit also focuses on a single area of writing response.
Bronze 6th Grade
Silver 7th Grade
Gold 8th Grade
SUPPLEMENTAL READING
Accelerated Reading
Grades 2-8
This program is designed to motivate students to read more, to gain vocabulary, develop the lifelong love of reading, and increase scores on performance-based tests. After reading a book from the Accelerated Reader list, the student may make an appointment with an Advisory Teacher to take a comprehension test. Books and/or quiz titles can be found online at:
Steck-Vaughn Readers
Grades K-1
Early success makes all the difference in a child's reading development. Phonics Readers introduce your student to the joy of reading through a structured phonics approach. Your beginning readers are given the opportunity to read whole books successfully on the first try. This is a great companion to Primary Phonics.
Bob Books
Grades K-1
These books are three sets of phonetic readers presented in sequence. There are 8-12 books in each set. They cover vowel sounds and blends. They are just right for small hands and just 8 pages long so your child can read the whole book. They work and kids love them!
Explode the Code
(Workbooks A-C and 1-8) Grades K-4
This is a great follow up after Ti & Mo or Zoo-Phonics to teach your child to use the sounds of letters in a carefully sequenced program. A variety of exercises provides experience recognizing and combining sounds in order to read words, phrases and sentences as well as building vocabulary.
Sadlier Oxford: Phonics
Grades K-3
This colorful workbook begins by introducing the alphabet and letter sounds, then moves on to building decoding skills, eventually gaining the groundwork for reading and language.
Literature Units
Grades 2-8
Enjoy your favorite literature books and rest assured that your student is comprehending, along with improving vocabulary. Experience literature at the source and go beyond with insights into the author, history, and gain a thematic understanding of the content. You may use this source as a stand-alone reading program or as an end-of-the-year wrap up after completing your traditional reading program. Accelerated Reader quizzing can be used alongside Literature Units too!
Continental Press: Reading for Comprehension
Grades 1-8
These workbooks give students practice with reading skills found on the California English-Language Arts Standards Tests. Each lesson is correlated to the English-Language Arts Content Standards for California Public Schools and features a high-interest, nonfiction article followed by multiple-choice questions and an open-ended question. Each book includes 46 articles. Tested reading skills are: vocabulary, main idea, details, sequence, inferences, conclusions, and cause and effect.
HMH:CoreSkills Reading Comprehension
Grades 1-8
Provides students with practice and skills needed to develop comprehension skills, encourage close independent reading for proficiency and success.
Making Connections
Grades 1-6
The emphasis of this program is on teaching comprehension strategies, building vocabulary, and increasing fluency. However, phonemic awareness and decoding skills are not ignored; they are taught and practiced in the context of comprehension monitoring and vocabulary strategies.
The Classic Series
(Level 1-5)Grades 2-6
Used as a supplement to reading, these classic abridged novels have been condensed into 10 short chapters that will enthuse the reader and give basic understanding of well-known literary classics. Multiple choice questions are included to check for comprehension and vocabulary in each section.
Level 1 – Grade 2
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
Swiss Family Robinson
Heidi
Adventures of Robin Hood
Little Women
White Fang
Rip Van Winkle
Uncle Tom's Cabin
Level 2 – Grade 3
The Call of the Wild
A Man Without a Country
The Prince and the Pauper
The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood
Black Beauty
Tom Sawyer
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Treasure Island
Level 3 – Grade 4
Red Badge of Courage
Robinson Crusoe
Kidnapped
The Invisible Man
Man in the Iron Mask
The War of the Worlds
Sea Wolf
Oliver Twist
Level 4 – Grade 5
From the Earth to the Moon
Gulliver's Travels
Captain Courageous
Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
Time Machine
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
The Pathfinder
David Copperfield
Level 5 – Grade 6
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Last of the Mohicans
Kim
Ivanhoe
Metropolis
Hounds of the Baskervilles
A Journey to the Center of the Earth
Moby Dick
GRAMMAR & WRITING
Houghton-Mifflin: English
Grades 2-8
A hardback edition, Houghton Mifflin English teaches the writing process step-by-step, and grammar through writing. Students apply writing and grammar skills to topics related to social studies, science and math. Companion Practice Book & Enrichment makes this program complete.
Easy Grammar & Easy Grammar Plus
Grades 3-6Grades 7-8
Based on the propositional approach to grammar, this text includes extensive grammar concepts. Includes: unit reviews, unit tests, cumulative reviews, and cumulative tests in grammar to promote mastery learning.
Easy Writing
Grades 7-8
This is a text for learning higher-level sentence structure including appositives, introductory participial phrases, semicolon construction, subordinate clauses, and more. Two levels of instruction for every concept enables the parent to use this manual with upper elementary through junior high students.
Polaris Writing
Grades 1-8
Polaris Writing is a literature based writing program which stresses prewriting and planning rather than revision. Basing the writing on the literary text, it uses a unique graphic organizer for each domain of writing. Students use the organizer to analyze text and plan their essays. Paragraph guides then show them how they transfer the information they have planned into essay form. Afterwards, they check their writing to see their strengths and weaknesses. All of the writing is done in a spiral bound guided notebook. See complete list of book titles on page 34.
Writing Strands
Grades 2-8
Writing Strands includes detailed instruction, models and methods of evaluation that cannot be found in any other program. This is not just another grammar text or workbook, but rather makes up a complete writing project to challenge and excite young minds. Levels 1 and 2 require teacher initiation and involvement; Level 3 and up are addressed to and used independently by students, where the teacher acts as a resource person who gives suggestions, monitors progress and corrects assignments. Writing can take place either in the book itself, or on an accompanying notebook/paper. Parents choosing levels for reluctant writers will probably want to start one or two levels below the child's current grade level.
Level 1: collection of oral games and exercises for children age 4 through 8, includes book and tape
Level 2: designed for Grade 2
Level 3: for Grade 3 or those just starting this program, to age 12
Level 4: after Level 3 or starting Grade 8
Zaner-Bloser: Strategies for Writers
Grades 1-8
Zaner-Bloser is a strategic and innovative approach to writing instruction that makes it easier to improve your student's writing. Strategies for Writers is a complete writing program that features step-by-step writing instruction, a "Practice the Strategy Notebook" that provides guided practice for the strategies being taught and a rubric to use in assessing your child's writing.
Prentice Hall: Writing and Grammar
Grades 6-8
Prepare your student for success in every type of writing. Guided writing instruction plus comprehensive instruction in grammar usage and mechanics ensures your student will receive the support he/she needs right when he/she needs it. This is a wonderful complement to the Pearson Literature curriculum.
Yellow 6th Grade
Blue 7th Grade
Red8th Grade
Sadlier: Grammar Workshop
Grades 3-5
This workbook offers a complete course in grammar, usage and mechanics skills with an emphasis on the application of these skills to student writing. Each four page lesson follows the same 3-step process: learn, practice, write. Included are unit review and unit tests in a standardized test format. Additional online practice through interactive games and editing activities are available.
Green 3rd Grade
Orange 4th Grade
Blue 5th Grade
HMH: CoreSkills Language Arts
Grades 1-8
The content in CoreSkills Language Arts covers important grade-level skills in language, writing and research and aligns with state standards for English Language Arts. This workbook covers the following key areas:
Parts of Speech
Sentences
Mechanics
Vocabulary and Usage
Writing
Research Skills
HMH: CoreSkills Writing
Grades 1-8
Teaches students how to write using a step-by-step approach. Students are first introduced to the basics of writing a sentence. The use of graphic organizers is incorporated to help students plan and organize their writing and also to visualize their sentences clearly. After students have mastered writing sentences, they focus on the structure and content of a well-written paragraph and then finally progress to writing essays that include arguments, informative, and narrative texts.
HMH: Journeys Writing Handbook
Grades 1-5(Included with Journeys Reading Program)
Houghton-Mifflin Harcourt: Journeys Writing handbook is designed to complement writing instruction; practice student writing throughout the year. It supports instruction by providing mini lessons for every handbook topic.
SUPPLEMENTAL GRAMMAR
Daily Grams
Grades 2-8
Daily Grams provides a quick and easy daily review of language arts skills. Short daily lessons take 15 minutes or less to complete, and provide continual review of language arts skills. If your child already has a fairly good foundation in grammar, these can provide a review and point to areas where extra work may be necessary.
The Great Editing Adventure
Grades 5-8
Children use these highly effective materials to read their way through silly adventure stories, each divided into small daily lessons. Students search for errors, and in so doing, learn and review grammar, writing mechanics, spelling, vocabulary, thesaurus and dictionary use.
Editor in Chief
Grades 6-8
Consumable workbook style presentation provides brief stories and pictures. Students are required to edit the writing, locate and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, usage, etc. Challenging! Best used after completing a good study in grammar and editing.
SPELLING & VOCABULARY
Spelling Power
Grades 2-8
A unique spelling program that only takes 15 minutes a day! The student will begin at their own level and progress each day with a spelling quiz and a short practice of misspelled words. They will learn spelling rules as they become familiar with words that they will frequently use in their everyday writing. A short DVD demonstration will prepare the parent to teach Spelling Power like a pro!
How to Teach Any Child To Spell
Grades 1-8
Instructs parents on how to analyze their child's own misspelled words from the context of his own writing. Categorize and study those words using the companion publication, Tricks of the Trade.
Mega Words
Grades 4-8(Books 1-8 Workbook Form)
A series with a systematic, multisensory approach to learning the longer words encountered from 4th grade and up. This is excellent to use with students who struggle with everyday spelling. Students work with syllables and then combine them into whole words in context.
HMH: CoreSkills Spelling Workbooks
Grades 1-6
Spelling program features word list built around similar sounds and patterns with varied and relevant exercises.
Sadlier: Vocabulary Workshop
Grades 2-8
The Vocabulary Workshop series is designed to systematically increase students' vocabulary and improve vocabulary-building skills while preparing them for the vocabulary strand of standardized tests.
Purple - 2nd Grade
Green - 3rd Grade
Orange - 4th Grade
Blue - 5th Grade
A - 6th Grade
B - 7th Grade
C - 8th Grade
Each level will help students increase their vocabulary, improve their word usage skills, and become better readers and writers. Students may also access online activities to further strengthen their understanding.
Wordly Wise ABC
Grades 2-4
Level A,B,C
Each lesson introduces approximately eight new words and contains exercises plus a Wordly Wise section. Exercises use these new words in context, teach multiple meanings of words, and give practice using the words in sentences. Great preparation for success in Wordly Wise 3000 Series.
Wordly Wise 3000
Grades 4 +
Level 1-7
Each lesson introduces approximately twelve new words and contains several exercises plus a Wordly Wise section. Exercises A, B, and C use these new words in context, teach multiple meanings of words, and give practice using the words in sentences. Exercise D reviews the lesson and earlier lessons. Correct completion of Exercise E gives part of a quotation, poem, or riddle. Beginning in Book 4, an additional exercise in each lesson deals in detail with roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
Vocabulary from Classical Roots
Grades 5-8
A thematically organized vocabulary program based on Greek and Latin roots, each lesson features two roots and 8-15 words derived from these roots. Words are presented with dictionary-style definitions, and all words are used in example sentences. Lists of "Familiar Words" and "Challenge Words" are provided for each root to help all students activate prior knowledge and keep advanced students on task. Exercises include matching synonyms, fill-in-the-blank, writing sentences and more.
Zaner-Bloser Spelling Connections
Grades 1-8
Each lesson uses carefully-curated spelling lists to teach patterns, build vocabulary, and develop the skills students need to become proficient spellers. Please note: only the workbook is available not the Teacher edition answer key.
HANDWRITING
Zaner-Bloser: Handwriting
Grades K-7
This form of handwriting uses a vertical manuscript taught with 4 simple strokes. It is the type of writing most often found in textbooks and everyday reading materials.
Scott Foresman: D'Nealian Handwriting
Grades K-6
D'Nealian handwriting is the innovative, continuous-stroke method of teaching children to write. It uses most of the same letter forms as cursive writing. This form of writing also eases the transition into cursive writing by adding a few connecting strokes.
Houghton Mifflin Handwriting
Grades 1-4
Houghton Mifflin handwriting gives extended practice in letter, word and number formation. They offer either the continuous stroke method which is similar to D'Nealian or the ball and stick method. 1st and 2nd Grades are manuscript, while cursive is introduced in the 3rd Grade and carried through 4th Grade.
SOCIAL STUDIES & HISTORY
Macmillan/McGraw-Hill: California Vistas*
Grades 1-4
Macmillan/McGraw-Hill California Vistas is a research-based, standards-driven Social Studies curriculum. Each unit is completely sequenced around California's Social Studies content standards that include well-loved literature, biographies, geography, and historical events. The student will certainly find this text engaging as the material is presented in dramatic storytelling style. The program includes a review of each unit and chapter as well as test prep to monitor the progress of the student.
Social Studies BookGrade Level
Family and Friends Grade 1
People and Places Grade 2
California Communities Grade 3
Our Golden State Grade 4
Harcourt Brace*
Grades 5-7
Harcourt Brace Social Studies employs a content-rich, relevant narrative to provide an integrated approach to skills development. Each unit begins with a map and timeline related review of the upcoming studies, followed by "Setting the Scenes with Literature," a literary excerpt that is a good beginning for the unit of study. Both chapter and unit assessments are included. Each unit ends with "Making it Relevant" which applies the studies to today's world. Separate workbooks and assessments are available.
Social Studies BookGrade Level
Early United States Grade 5
Ancient Civilizations Grade 6
The World ** Grade 6/7
**Note: If you completed the Grade 6 book, you will then begin the Grade 7 book at Unit 6.
Call to Freedom*
Grade 8
Call to Freedom for the 8th Grade student is one of our best resources for the state standard history requirement. This program invites the student and teacher to experience the history of the United States from beginning to 1914 through a well-written text. The illustrations and photos draw the student's attention to dates and details important for the understanding of historical timelines. The program includes a review of each section and chapter using vocabulary, people, and ideas as well as a timeline activity at the end of each chapter. Separate workbooks and assessments are available.
Kindergarten Social Studies
Grade K
The Kindergarten Social Studies packet includes fun student activity pages which address state standards. Students learn about citizenship, state and national symbols and icons, geography, career choices, and historical characters and events.
Beginner Books: My Book About Me
Grade K
Illustrated in full color, this hardback book encourages children to find out about themselves, while having fun writing and drawing their own biographies. Delightful keepsake!
SCOE: History of Stanislaus County
Grade 3
(Activity Booklet Included)
This book contains 2-3 pages of historical reading lessons with corresponding workbook pages including games, crossword puzzles, charting and questions for comprehension. Topics included in the book are: Indians, Spanish, Mexican and Early American Settlers, Fur Traders, Knights Ferry, LaGrange, Gold, Cattle, Grain, the McHenry Family and Irrigation. Interesting and fun to study.
Cobblestone California History Magazine Set
Grade 4
This California history theme pack contains a teacher's guide and 15 reprinted issues of Cobblestone Magazine. A few of the titles included are: Gold, Native Americans, Missions, High Sierra, Statehood and California History. The teacher's guide is packed full of ideas for discussion, writing, art, vocabulary, research, and further study.
Steck-Vaughn America's History: Land of Liberty
Grade 8 (Reading Level 5-6)
America's History: Land of Liberty includes topics such as: exploration, settlement, the Civil War, westward expansion, the space race and more. It is written to encourage and motivate the most reluctant reader.
The Constitution Study Guide
Grade 8
This is a 36-page packet which provides the core history and process of how the United States Constitution works. It contains sufficient knowledge for the required 8th Grade Constitution Test.
Educators Pub Service: The Story of the U.S.A.—Books 1-4
Grade 5
An excellent American history reader. Includes exciting stories, interesting people, and lessons in reading and study skills. Students complete each of the 4 workbook style booklets in the course of the school year.
Book 1, Explorers and Settlers, covers Native American civilizations through the American Revolution.
Book 2: A Young Nation Solves Its Problems.
Book 3, America Becomes a Giant, covers Reconstruction through the Korean War.
Book 4, Modern America, covers the Eisenhower years through the election of Bill Clinton
SUPPLEMENTAL SOCIAL STUDIES
SCOE: California History
Grade 4
These booklets are compiled by the Stanislaus County Office of Education. The activity booklets provide a good springboard for studying California history and related projects. Units include:
Unit 1:Map Skills Unit 4:Mission and Rancho
Unit 2:California Indians Unit 3:Early Explorers
Unit 5:California Becomes a State Unit 6:California…The New State
California Early History
Grade 4
This workbook includes four unique sections that focus on the people who make up the history of our Golden State. Your student will learn vocabulary, work with the California map, complete exercises, review questions and finish bonus activities designed to reinforce and enrich understanding of California history.
Our Constitution and What it Means
Grade 8
This is an easy-to-follow explanation of the entire Constitution with historical background on the making of the Constitution. There are photo-essays that discuss our rights and responsibilities as citizens, discussion questions to help students understand the Constitution and its importance, as well as a glossary with clear explanations of important terms.
Understanding the U.S. Constitution
Grade 8
This activity book is designed to give students a brief overview of the Constitution. There are short readings followed by questions and activities. The Constitution is located at the end of the book. The sample test included measures the student's knowledge of the Constitution.
Steck Vaughn: Maps, Globes and Graphs
Grades 1-6
Build student's confidence and mastery of practical geography skills with consistent, six-page units. An atlas in each book offers easy access to important information. The "Geography Themes" feature introduces students to the five themes of geography: location, place, human/environment interaction, movement, and region.
Grade 1, Level A: Families Grade 4, Level D: States & Regions
Grade 2, Level B: Neighborhoods Grade 5, Level E: United States
Grade 3, Level C: Communities Grade 6, Level F: World
Rand McNally: Atlas
Grades 1-8
These Primary, Junior Classroom and Classroom Editions include brightly colored maps, real-life photos and brief informational text. This map resource may accompany any Social Studies curriculum.
Passwords Social Studies Vocabulary
Grades 6–7
These workbooks focus on studying Social Studies vocabulary in context written at below grade-level readability, while including grade appropriate content. Writing activities are included after every lesson.
Ancient Civilizations
World Geography and Cultures
Medieval to Early Modern Times
World Geography and Culture
SCIENCE
McGraw-Hill Science
Grades 1-5
This is a well-rounded curriculum for the science student and teacher. This curriculum is full of resources such as National Geographic photos and articles, at-home mini labs, introduction and usage of the Scientific Method, and journal prompts. Also built into the chapters/units are skill practices, assessments, and scientific vocabulary with glossary. The teacher's edition comes with easy-to-use lesson plans.
Glencoe Science
Grades 6-8
This grade specific junior high science curriculum includes lesson plans, explore activities and section/chapter assessments. Available for each grade is The Study Guide For Content Mastery-a workbook which reinforces vocabulary and major concepts and separate Chapter Assessments.
Earth Science Grade 6 (red)
Life Science Grade 7 (green)
Physical Science Grade 8 (blue)
Steck-Vaughn: Wonders of Science
Grades 3-5 (Reading Level 2-3)
Wonders of Science is a series of workbooks that cover plant life, animals, earth and beyond, water life, matter, motions and machines, and the human body. They are written in a one or two page lesson style that includes the latest advances in a concise presentation. Photos, diagrams, charts, illustrations, and accent colors clarify and invite exploration. Science vocabulary and questions to answer are part of this workbook form as well.
HMH: CoreSkills Science Workbook
Grades 1-8
Science series provides informative readings and worksheets on a wide variety of topics in Earth, Life and Physical Science.
SUPPLEMENTAL SCIENCE
Steck-Vaughn: Focus on Science
Grades 1-6
This easy-to-understand series presents foundational science concepts. It provides practice activities and review questions which support various learning styles and diverse skill levels.
Backyard Scientist
Grades K-7
The Original and Books 1-4
This series of books gives great ideas for hands-on learning and experiments that kids can perform using things found around the house. This is a fun introduction to science and is great for families with multiple children.
Zingy Science
Grades 5-8
Zingy Science is an online standards-based curriculum with animated lessons and quizzes for every unit and a unit review. Students can work independently with these interactive lessons at a pace that is set by the student. Please go to for more information on grade-level topics. For Grades 4/5-8
HEALTH
Choices Magazine by Scholastic
Grades 7/8
Nonfiction articles on pressing teen health topics and life skills. Available monthly through your Advisory Teacher on the pick-up shelf.
UNIT STUDIES
Peter Rabbit
Grades K-2
This series uses the first 10 books written by Beatrix Potter to educate the child in literature, art, writing and history. Reading and projects are nicely woven in this well-written classic series.
The American Girls Collection
Grade 5
This collection includes the eight different sets of books listed below. Each series of six books focuses on one main character and takes place during a certain historical period covering 1764 - 1944. These books captivate readers with stories of heart, hope, and history. The stories entertain while also teaching American history. The books have been thoroughly researched—every last detail is historically accurate. The nonfiction "Looking Back" essays at the end of each book offer a wealth of historical information.
Felicity -
Colonial times
Revolutionary War period
Addy -
Escape from slavery,
Underground Railroad
Kaya - Nez Perce girl growing up in 1764
Josefina - New Mexico in 1824
Kirsten - Pioneering on the prairies
Samantha - Victorian times 1904
Kit - Great Depression
Molly - World War I
America at School
Grade 5
This unit is based on the school stories in the American Girls collection. School being a subject students know so much about, they can easily compare and contrast events from time past with their experiences today. America at School focuses on how schools have changed and how they have stayed the same. This curriculum integrates social studies, literature, and language arts. These school stories are found in: Felicity Learns a Lesson, Kirsten Learns a Lesson, Addy Learns a Lesson, Samantha Learns a Lesson, and Molly Learns a Lesson.
Little House and Study Guides
Grades 3-5
This popular reading series features the Laura Ingalls Wilder Little House books in a guided reading course. Each of the Little House books teaches American History through Wilder's account of her childhood on the American frontier from the 1860's to the 1880's. The reading guides are divided into two sections. The first guide covers the first four books of the series, and the second guide details the last five books. The first half is appropriate for the average 8-10 year old, while the second half is better understood by a child 9-11 years of age
FILE 'EMS
Grades K-6
FILE 'EMS are unit studies developed by a local master teacher, Judith Cochran Pirkle. The studies are organized around a topic and include work and study ideas from the various content areas. Each unit comes with a laminated file folder that lists the concepts covered. Each activity idea is listed under its content area and explained. A set of student pages that are used for some of the activities are included for each child working on the unit. Any supplies needed are common, inexpensive, and readily available. The student-tested activities are a great way to learn together as a family, using the simpler ideas and activities for the younger students and the more complex for the older ones.
FILE 'EMS are available with the following topics:
All About Me Insects, Bugs & Spiders
Animals Maps & Globes
Dinosaurs Sea Life
Fairy Tales Solar System
Ecology Rocks & Volcanoes
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Numbers and Symbols: From Counting to Abstract Algebras
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Description: This book is written in simple English. Its subject 'Number and symbols' is basic to the whole of science. The aim the book is to open the door into Mathematics, ready for going on into Physics, Chemistry, and the other Sciences.
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