MATH 290 - The Habits of Mind of Mathematical Thinkers

Description:
Students will engage in practices that highlight ways of thinking like mathematicians. In this course students will learn how to transition from using mathematics as a tool to being empowered by mathematics as a way of thinking.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: MATH 260.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

recognize reasoning and proof as fundamental aspects of mathematics.
coherently and precisely communicate mathematical thinking and ideas both orally and in writing.
recognize and use connections among different areas of mathematics.
use and connect multiple representations to understand and communicate mathematical concepts and procedures.
use and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems that arise in mathematics

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/9/20

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations: Ellensburg