Math 1350 Foundations of Mathematics I Information

Catalog Description
This is designed specifically for students who seek elementary and middle school teacher certification. Topics include set theory, functions, numerations systems, number theory, emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking.

Course Learning Outcomes
The student will:
• Use models and manipulatives to demonstrate the four basic operations of the rational numbers.
• Demonstrate an understanding of place value through multiple representations including the use of grouping manipulatives, place value manipulatives and abstract representations such as with exponents and different number bases.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the attributes of numeration systems.
• Analyze mathematical situations and solve problems using mathematical heuristics.

Contact Hour Information
Credit Hours:  3
Lecture Hours:  3
Lab Hours:  0
External Hours:  0
Total Contact Hours:  48

Prerequistes
MATH 1314 OR placement by testing;
ENGL 0305 or ENGL 0365 OR higher level course (ENGL 1301), OR placement by testing

Corequisite
ENGL 0307

Required Materials

Textbook:

Long, DeTemple, Millman; Mathematical Reasoning for Elementary Teachers, 6th ed. with MyMathLab Access;  Pearson, ISBN Numbers:
          Textbook Plus MyMathLab Portal Access:  9781256388791
          Textbook Only:  9780321693129
          MyMathLab Portal Access:  9780558357603
 

Graphing Calculator required.  TI 83, TI 84 or TI 86 series calculators recommended. 
Calculators capable of symbolic manipulation will not be allowed on tests.  Examples include, but are not limited to, TI 89, TI 92, and Nspire CAS models and HP 48 models. 
Neither cell phones nor PDA’s can be used as calculators.  Calculators may be cleared before tests.