MTH 1121Mathematics for Elementary Majors

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This course, along with MTH 1122, is designed to meet the requirements of the state certification of elementary teachers. Students are strongly encouraged to complete both courses in sequence at the same institution and should check the specific requirements at the senior institution. The sequence fulfills the general education requirement only for students with a declared major in elementary and/or special education. This course focuses on mathematical reasoning and problem solving. Topics will be Whole numbers, integers, rational numbers and number theory. Additional topics may include probability, statistics, functions, logic, and irrational numbers. PREREQUISITE: Two years of college preparatory algebra and one year geometry or placement test score, or consent of instructor. Lecture.