Author: Jay P. Abramson Publisher: ISBN: 9781938168345 Category : Algebra Languages : en Pages : 2000
Book Description
"Precalculus is intended for college-level precalculus students. Since precalculus courses vary from one institution to the next, we have attempted to meet the needs of as broad an audience as possible, including all of the content that might be covered in any particular course. The result is a comprehensive book that covers more ground than an instructor could likely cover in a typical one- or two-semester course; but instructors should find, almost without fail, that the topics they wish to include in their syllabus are covered in the text. Many chapters of OpenStax College Precalculus are suitable for other freshman and sophomore math courses such as College Algebra and Trigonometry; however, instructors of those courses might need to supplement or adjust the material. OpenStax will also be releasing College Algebra and Algebra and trigonometry titles tailored to the particular scope, sequence, and pedagogy of those courses."--Preface.
Author: Karl Smith Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers ISBN: 0763751774 Category : Mathematics Languages : en Pages : 779
Book Description
Precalculus: A Functional Approach to Graphing and Problem Solving prepares students for the concepts and applications they will encounter in future calculus courses. In far too many texts, process is stressed over insight and understanding, and students move on to calculus ill equipped to think conceptually about its essential ideas. This text provides sound development of the important mathematical underpinnings of calculus, stimulating problems and exercises, and a well-developed, engaging pedagogy. Students will leave with a clear understanding of what lies ahead in their future calculus courses. Instructors will find that Smith's straightforward, student-friendly presentation provides exactly what they have been looking for in a text!
Author: Hung-Hsi Wu Publisher: American Mathematical Soc. ISBN: 147045677X Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 417
Book Description
This is the last of three volumes that, together, give an exposition of the mathematics of grades 9–12 that is simultaneously mathematically correct and grade-level appropriate. The volumes are consistent with CCSSM (Common Core State Standards for Mathematics) and aim at presenting the mathematics of K–12 as a totally transparent subject. This volume distinguishes itself from others of the same genre in getting the mathematics right. In trigonometry, this volume makes explicit the fact that the trigonometric functions cannot even be defined without the theory of similar triangles. It also provides details for extending the domain of definition of sine and cosine to all real numbers. It explains as well why radians should be used for angle measurements and gives a proof of the conversion formulas between degrees and radians. In calculus, this volume pares the technicalities concerning limits down to the essential minimum to make the proofs of basic facts about differentiation and integration both correct and accessible to school teachers and educators; the exposition may also benefit beginning math majors who are learning to write proofs. An added bonus is a correct proof that one can get a repeating decimal equal to a given fraction by the “long division” of the numerator by the denominator. This proof attends to all three things all at once: what an infinite decimal is, why it is equal to the fraction, and how long division enters the picture. This book should be useful for current and future teachers of K–12 mathematics, as well as for some high school students and for education professionals.
Author: National Research Council Publisher: National Academies Press ISBN: 0309131987 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 53
Book Description
Results from national and international assessments indicate that school children in the United States are not learning mathematics well enough. Many students cannot correctly apply computational algorithms to solve problems. Their understanding and use of decimals and fractions are especially weak. Indeed, helping all children succeed in mathematics is an imperative national goal. However, for our youth to succeed, we need to change how we're teaching this discipline. Helping Children Learn Mathematics provides comprehensive and reliable information that will guide efforts to improve school mathematics from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The authors explain the five strands of mathematical proficiency and discuss the major changes that need to be made in mathematics instruction, instructional materials, assessments, teacher education, and the broader educational system and answers some of the frequently asked questions when it comes to mathematics instruction. The book concludes by providing recommended actions for parents and caregivers, teachers, administrators, and policy makers, stressing the importance that everyone work together to ensure a mathematically literate society.
Author: Robert Sadler Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing ISBN: 1483855007 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 128
Book Description
The Pre-Calculus workbook provides students with an overview of the skills in algebra, functions, trigonometry, analytic geometry, and graphical analysis that are crucial to success in higher-level mathematics, such as calculus. It also constructs a bridge to calculus by providing some introductory insight into sequences and series. Explanations of the concepts, definitions of key vocabulary, and detailed examples of problems and solutions are followed by practice exercises. The Middle/Upper Grades Math Series books provide students in middle school, junior high, and high school with instruction and practice in the fundamentals of math so they can transition to higher-order math concepts with confidence. Clear explanations, numerous practice exercises, and frequent reviews provide students with the tools for success in pre-algebra, algebra, statistics and probability, and pre-calculus. Correlated to current national, state, and provincial standards. Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing engaging supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character.
Author: W. Greybe Publisher: ISBN: 9780195715026 Category : Calculus Languages : en Pages : 208
Book Description
This package can be used in conjunction with any textbook on precalculus and introductory calculus for first-year tertiary students. The workbook consists of a series of worksheets that promote self-exploration by students using the computer graphing tool to visualise functions through graphs.The results of these explorations are written up in answer sheets which correspond with the worksheets.
Author: Beverly Fusfield Publisher: Pearson College Division ISBN: 9780321790880 Category : Mathematics Languages : en Pages : 93
Book Description
This manual is organized to follow the sequence of topics in the text, and provides an easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide with worked-out examples to help students fully understand and get the most out of their graphing calculator.
Author: Jay P. Abramson Publisher: ISBN: 9781711494005 Category : Precalculus Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Precalculus is adaptable and designed to fit the needs of a variety of precalculus courses. It is a comprehensive text that covers more ground than a typical one- or two-semester college-level precalculus course. The content is organized by clearly-defined learning objectives and includes worked examples that demonstrate problem-solving approaches in an accessible way.
Author: Jay P. Abramson
Author: Karl Smith
Author: Hung-Hsi Wu
Author: National Research Council
Author: Ron Larson
Author: Robert Sadler
Author: W. Greybe
Author: Ron Larson
Author: Beverly Fusfield
Author: Jay P. Abramson