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A Mathematical View of Our World, Enhanced Review Edition (with CD-ROM and iLrn™, vMentor™, Camtasia Video Printed Access Card)
A Mathematical View of Our World Enhanced Review Edition - with CD-ROM and iLrn™, vMentor™, Camtasia Video Printed Access Card Author:Harold Parks, Gary Musser, Lynn Trimpe, Vikki Maurer, Roger Maurer Traditionally, much of the effort in teaching mathematics in colleges and universities at the introductory level was devoted to calculus or preparation for calculus. To fulfill graduation requirements, students who were not in math or science-oriented programs often took courses, such as college algebra, that led them to a narrow view of mathema... more »tics and to a study of mathematical concepts that did not address their unique needs.
Beginning in the mid-1980's, a renewed commitment was made to students majoring in social sciences and humanities. "Quantitative Literacy" was recognized as essential in an increasing number of professional fields as well as in the daily decision-making and communication of informed citizens. Professional associations recommended that courses do more than equip students for their next mathematics course. As a result, new liberal arts mathematics courses have been developed, courses that include rich and interesting mathematical content that motivates students, develops their mathematical self-confidence, and helps them grow as they prepare for their lives as professionals and informed members in of society. This textbook is designed as a textbook for such a course. Throughout the book, we have sought to be faithful to recommendations of professional organizations such as the MAA, AMATYC, and NCTM.« less