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MATH 103 - Mathematics for Social Justice


Description:
The overarching goal of this course is for students to develop the ability and inclination to use mathematics to understand, and improve, the world around us, exploring social, political, and economic justice.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: admittance to the Douglas Honors College and a grade of C or higher in MATH 100B or an appropriate test score on the mathematics placement exam.

Credits: (5)

General Education Category: FYE3 - Quantitative Reasoning

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

  • Explain and interpret information presented in mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, basic statistical measures).
  • Convert relevant information into various mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, basic statistical measures).
  • Draw  conclusions concerning social justice issues based on quantitative analysis.
  • Make and evaluate assumptions in a social justice context using estimation, modeling, and data analysis.  
  • Analyze and critique social justice claims and arguments involving quantitative information.
  • Perform college-level arithmetical and mathematical calculations.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/20/20

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: Ellensburg Winter Locations: Ellensburg Spring Locations: Ellensburg



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