Mt. San Antonio College

May 19, 2013

Effective Term:   201010 - Summer 2010

Course ID:

LERN   48

Title:

Basic Math Skills Review

Division:

Library and Learning Resources Division

Department:

Learning Assistance Department

Discipline:

Short Title:

Basic Math Skills

Course Status:

Approved

Maximum Class Size:

  24

Method of Instruction:

 Lecture

 Work Experience, Occupational

 Laboratory

 Work Experience, General

 Lecture and Laboratory

 Open Entry/Exit

 Independent Studies

 Apprentice

 Distance Learning (Distance Education Delayed) for online courses

 Distance (Hybrid Online) for online supported courses

** MAXIMUM CONTACT HOURS **

** CREDIT UNITS **

  Lecture Hours:

  54.00

  3.00   3.00

  Lab Hours:

  Activity Hours:

  Clinical Hours:

  Total Hours:

  54

Taxonomy of Programs (TOPS) Information:

TOPS Code and Course Program Title:

170200 - Mathematics Skills

SAM Priority Code: 

Discipline Placement:

State Transfer Code:

Grading Method:

Frequency Offered:

 Fall

 Winter

 Spring

 Summer

 On Demand

Earn Credit:

Transfer Status

Baccalaureate Status is granted by the Educational Design General Education and Baccalaureate Level Subcommittee.

 CSU Transferable         CSU Approval Date:                      (mm/dd/yyyy)                  

 UC Transferable             UC Approval Date:                      (mm/dd/yyyy)                 

Course Requisites

Prerequisite:

Co requisite:

Advisory:

Course Special Designators

Course Description:

Math fundamentals: adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing whole numbers and fractions. Emphasis on math learning strategies such as organization and managing math anxiety.

Course Outline:

- Meta-math learning strategies (Resource use, math anxiety management, test-taking strategies, textbook use, note taking)
- Place-value, rounding, estimation
- Whole numbers: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
- Exponents
- Averages
- Order of operations of whole numbers for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Divisibility, multiples
- The fundamentals of the factoring process: prime numbers (Least Common Multiple, Greatest Common Factor)
- Fractions: multiplication, division, simplification
- Like fractions: addition, subtraction
- Final exam

Lab Outline:

Course Measurable Objectives:

1. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and basic fractions.
2. Use multiplication facts in the solution of various problems.
3. Identify and use appropriate math terms and vocabulary.
4. Select and apply strategies for application problems.
5. Identify and utilize math learning strategies related to resource use, math anxiety management, test-taking strategies, textbook use, and note taking.
6. Develop a plan for managing math anxiety.

Course Methods of Evaluation:

Category 1. Substantial written assignments for this course include:

Half-page written reflection papers pertaining to study techniques and/or learning strategies.

If the course is degree applicable, substantial written assignments in this course are inappropriate because:

Not degree applicable

Category 2. Computational or non-computational problem solving demonstrations:

Demonstrations of problem-solving using manipulatives and visual representations
Problem-based learning activities for real-world applications
Presentations and projects

Category 3. Skills Demonstrations:

Category 4. Objective Examinations:

Quizzes and exams on basic computation facts

Sample Assignments:

Sample Assignments for LERN 48:
1. Create and present a poster or a slide presentation which describes one prime factorization process.
2. Using rounded dollar amounts and the data provided (dinner menu, shopping list, information from Costco.com), estimate the cost of a holiday party for groups of 10, 20, 35 and 90 people respectively.
3. Utilize at least three math anxiety management strategies. Create a one-page written critique and identify the effectiveness of each strategy.