Survey of Mathematics 2

Tamara Eyster

Applications from Geometry

Applications of Percentages

Mathematicians

Numbering Systems

Calculations in Bases other than Base 10

General Topics

Discuss the different time periods that influenced the

topics in Mathematics

Discuss the impact of different cultures on Mathematics

Compare and Contrast modern and historical methods

of proving theorems

Compare and Contrast the different numbering systems

Examine contributions from mathematicians

Learning Objectives

Portable

Interactive texts

Cost effective

Synchronization

eReader

Available on multiple devices

Interactive texts

Referencing abilities

Technical Benefits

Immediacy

Portability

Consistency

Accessibility to tools

Learning Benefits

Always a New Text

Always a Used Text

Textbook Condition

Easy to update

Easy access to Research

Other Benefits

Student Privacy

Intellectual Property

Copyright issues

Concerns

Familiar with the tools

Familiar with some of the topics

Positive experience in Survey of Mathematics

Interested in learning more on the topics

Learners

General Education/Mathematics Elective

1 – 2 sections

Up to 30 students in each section

Possible recommended elective for certain

majors

Enrollment

Online

Blended

Face-To-Face

Future

Adaptability

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References

Pearson Learning Solutions (2012). Pearson Custom

Technology. Boston, MA. Retrieved from: http://www.pearsonlearningsolutions.com/higher-education/custom-services-and-solutions.php

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