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    Aug 01, 2024  
2024-2025 Pierce College Catalog
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MATHC 111 College Math for Early Childhood Edu Corequisite (2 credits)



Prerequisite Concurrent enrollment in MATH 111  

Course Description
This is a support class that is attached to a corequisite MATH 111 class for students who have not met the MATH 111 prerequisites.  Topics to be covered are those prerequisite skills necessary to learn the content of MATH 111, such as numeracy, proportional reasoning, equations/formulas, graphs and skills for academic success.

Course Content
A. Numeracy
B. Proportional Reasoning
C. Expressions/Equations/Formulas
D. Graphs
E. Skills for Academic Success (Discipline-specific reading skills, time management, test-taking strategies, and growth mindset)

Student Outcomes
1. Use numeracy and proportional reasoning for learning methods of teaching and using number systems, statistics, probability, patterns and sequences.

2. Use expressions/equations/formulas and graphs in algebraic expressions and functions.

3. Employ strategies and study skills to comprehend, apply, and retain mathematical learning.

Degree Outcomes
Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning: Students utilize mathematical, symbolic, logical, graphical, geometric, or statistical analysis for the interpretation and solution of problems in the natural world and human society. Critical, Creative and Reflective Thinking: Students will be able to question, search for answers and meaning, and develop ideas that lead to action.

Lecture Contact Hours 20
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 20

Potential Methods
A. Traditional Quizzes and Examinations in Math 111 – multiple choice, true/false, computational, matching, or short written answers.
B. Writing Assignments in Math 111 – projects, narrative explanation, essay, journal, notebook, or portfolio.
C. Group and/or Individual Work in Math 111 – written solution to problems, long-term project, oral presentation, demonstration using technology, or group discussion.
D. Traditional and/or Online Homework in Math 111.
E. Informal Assessment in Math 111 – self-evaluation, peer evaluation, teacher observation.



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