Intermediate Algebra - Softcover

Tussy, Alan; Gustafson, R. David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0534493947 ISBN 13: 9780534493943

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 1980

Synopsis

The fundamental goal in Tussy and Gustafson's INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA, Third Edition is to teach students to read, write, and think about mathematics through building a conceptual foundation in the language of mathematics. The book blends instructional approaches that include vocabulary, practice, and well-defined pedagogy, along with an emphasis on reasoning, modeling, communication, and technology skills to develop students' fluency in the "language of algebra". Tussy and Gustafson understand the challenges of teaching developmental students and this book reflects a holistic approach to teaching mathematics that includes developing study skills, problem solving and critical thinking alongside mathematical concepts. New features in this edition include a pretest for students to gauge their understanding of prerequisite concepts, problems that make correlations between student life and the mathematical concepts and study skills information designed to give students the best chance to succeed in the course. Additionally, the texts widely acclaimed Study Sets at the end of every section are tailored to improve students' ability to read, write and communicate mathematical ideas.

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Review:

I really like these explanatory [author?s] notes. They are similar to ones that I like to write on the chalkboard when I am lecturing. This is perhaps my favorite feature of the text. Martin-Gay does have similar explanatory notes, but Tussy/Gustafson has more detail. The authors have done a good job with this.

Synopsis:

In this intermediate algebra textbook, Tussy (Citrus College) and Gustafson (Rock Valley College) use a five-step problem-solving strategy that teaches students to analyze a problem, form an equation, solve the equation, state the conclusion, and check the result in order to clarify the thought process and mathematical skills needed for the subject

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 1980
• ISBN 10: 0534493947
• ISBN 13: 9780534493943
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 784