Math 107
How to Solve Word Problems
Fall 2010:
| Section# | Class | Days | Time | Room |
| 0935 | Math 107 | W | 12:10 - 1:15 | G8-125 |
| 1051 | Math 107 | M | 12:10 - 1:15 | G8-125 |
| 1052 | Math 107 | T | 12:10 - 1:15 | G8-125 |
Brief Description:
This one unit-class is designed to help all students specially elementary algebra students to learn and practice more with word problems. Topics included but not limited to the following:
Direct Translation and key words
Percent and proportion
Geometric perimeter, area, and Pythagorean Theorem
Numbers and integers
Motion, and work
Money, and simple interest
Mixture
Student Learning Objectives:
Master concepts, content, and skills to be successful in subsequent mathematical studies.
Develop the ability to reason analytically, deductively, logically, and critically.
Understand and apply mathematical modeling.
Develop greater confidence in their mathematical abilities.
Gain an appreciation for the purpose and usefulness of mathematics.
| Prerequisite: |
Acceptable level of skill demonstrated in the Mathematics Placement Process. |
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| Required Materials: | 1) Textbook: See
provided notes below. 2) Calculator: any scientific calculator |
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| Office Hours: | Mondays & Wednesdays: | 8:15AM - 8:45AM |
| Tuesdays & Thursdays: | 8:15AM - 10:30AM | |
| Thursdays
(By appointment only) |
12:00Noon - 1:00PM | |
| Course Syllabus: | Syllabus | |
Weekly Lecture Notes:
| Section 1 | Section 2 | Section 3 | Section 4 |
| Section 5 | Section 6 | Section 7 | Section 8 |
| Section 9 | Section 10 | Section 11 | Section 12 |
Weekly Lecture Notes Solutions:
| Section 1 | Section 2 | Section 3 | Section 4 |
| Section 5 | Section 6 | Section 7 | Section 8 |
| Section 9 | Section 10 | Section 11 |