The course begins with negative and positive numbers and moves into fractions, exponents, and expressions before moving into the traditional Algebra I topics such as solving equations and simplifying expressions.
Reviews algebra including graphing equations, writing equations of lines, solving systems of equations by graphing, solving systems of equations by substitution, solving systems of equations by addition, and other exercises through fully narrated examples.
Teaches the fundamentals of pre-algebra through fully worked example problems. Every topic is taught with numerous problems and step by step solutions.
Presents 24 lectures (each about 30 minutes long) by Paul Zeitz, Professor of Mathematics at the University of San Francisco and author of The art and craft of problem solving.
Geometry as a unified body of knowledge whose concepts build upon one another. The language of geometry is words, symbols, formulas, postulates, and theorems--dynamic tools used to solve problems, communicate, and express geometrical ideas.
This well-rounded approach to the basics of mathematics is a surefire way to strengthen your current knowledge or to gain new skills for more deftly and confidently approaching and dealing with math.
Mathematics Describing the Real World: Precalculus and Trigonometry is your unrivaled introduction to this crucial subject, taught by award-winning Professor Bruce Edwards of the University of Florida.
With crystal-clear explanations of the beautiful ideas of calculus, frequent study tips, pitfalls to avoid, and--best of all--hundreds of examples and practice problems that are specifically designed to explain and reinforce major concepts, this course will be a valuable guide to conquering calculus.
This second course in the calculus sequence introduces you to exciting new techniques and applications of one of the most powerful mathematical tools ever invented.
Explanations for terms such as mean, median, percentile, quartile, statistically significant, and bell curve, and scores of other statistical concepts are covered.