In math education, there’s a paradigm shift happening—one that is centered around understanding and engaging students in a way that makes sense to them rather than assuming a one-size-fits-all approach. Traditional materials can often feel like a foreign language, filled with complex symbols and abstract ideas. But what if course materials were designed to be more than just a manual of theories and formulas?
The latest editions of Developmental Mathematics, Preparation for College Mathematics, and Algebra for College Students are designed to enhance the way mathematics is both taught and learned. From practical application-based projects to user-friendly layouts, these titles focus on creating a learning environment where math becomes a subject students can comprehend and, dare we say, even enjoy.
Real-World Application-Based Projects: Move beyond theoretical concepts by incorporating real-world application-based projects that ground mathematical ideas in practical scenarios and provide an engaging and enriched learning experience.
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User-Friendly Layout: Simplify teaching and enhance learning with the eBook’s user-friendly layout integrated seamlessly into the software’s Learn mode. The platform’s intuitive interface is created with WCAG accessibility in mind, ensuring an enriched instructional experience for increased engagement and comprehension for all students.
Extensive Exercise Sets and Custom Question Builder: Extensive exercise sets in the book, supplemented by a robust question bank in the software, offer a plethora of practice. Each lesson features diverse exercise types such as Fill-in-the-blank Concept Checks, True/False Question Concept Checks, Practice Questions, Applications, and Writing & Thinking, to enhance your teaching while simultaneously catering practice to individual learning styles.
Beyond that, our custom Question Builder tool in the courseware empowers instructors to provide personalized assessments tailored to the unique needs of their class and assess knowledge in a more specific, targeted way.
Approachable Language: Written in an approachable tone and presented in more digestible chunks, the textbooks break down algebraic concepts into easily understandable segments. This student-centric approach promotes a more accessible and enjoyable learning experience, fostering increased comprehension and retention.
Updated Content with Real-World Relevance: These new editions (published 2023) include recent content and examples with real-world relevance, ensuring that students not only grasp mathematical concepts but also make meaningful connections to the world around them. Keeping the content current and relatable enhances students’ ability to apply their knowledge beyond the classroom.
At the end of the day, the hope is that students leave their developmental-level math courses with a level of mastery to support their further educational goals and essential mathematical skills. We’re not promising a magic solution, but rather a shift in perspective—a move towards making mathematics more accessible, more relatable, and perhaps a little more enjoyable for both educators and students alike.
