M131
Mathematical Ideas
Summer 2012
Contact Information
- http://www.csun.edu/~vcmth014
- Name: Dr. Carol Shubin
- Department: Mathematics
- Office Phone : 818-677-2721
- Fax Number : 818-677-3634
- Office Hours : by appointment only, email
- Office Location : SH 413
- Email : carol.shubin@csun.edu
Course Information Overview
- Mathematical Ideas
- Final Exam Times : There is NO final exam
- Meeting Type : Fully Online
Course Description
We will use basic arithmetic, algebra, and descriptive statistics to understand and model the CSU budget crisis.
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Course Prerequisites
Passing score on or exemption from the Entry Level Mathematics Examination, or credit in MATH 093.General Education course intended to acquaint the student with basic mathematical ideas. (Available for General Education, Basic Skills Mathematics)
Student Learning Objectives
At the end of their program of study, students should be able to
Represent, understand and explain mathematical information symbolically, graphically, numerically and verbally.
Develop mathematical models of real-world situations and explain the assumptions and limitations of those models.
Use models to make predictions, draw conclusions, check whether the results are reasonable, and find optimal results using technology where necessary and appropriate.
Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of mathematical reasoning including the ability to prove simple results and/or make statistical inferences.
Grading
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Late Assignment Policy:
NO late homework is accepted.
Course Assignments
M131 Mathematical Ideas
Basic Statistics
Grading Policy
80% - homework, quizzes, and forums
Using a Spreadsheet Program
Reading and Writing Mathematics
Financial Math
The CSU Budget Crisis and the Cost of College
20% - project
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News : All course information is on the M131 Moodle Course site.
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