Concrete materials and physical objects are used in developing mathematical models and structures. Tool Kit problems require that students develop their own list of useful algebraic tools, definitions and examples, and encourage them to take responsibility for the learning process. Functions, algebraic representation and graphing, and symbolic manipulation are presented in the context of solving equations. Each chapter introduces a large problem requiring the use of mathematical skills and knowledge developed in that chapter, as well as previously introduced concepts and skills. Chapter summaries ask students to determine and discuss the chapter's major concepts, enabling students to evaluate their own strengths and weaknesses, while instructors assess the breadth and depth of student understanding.
Labs incorporate concrete materials.
Data is recorded, and the graphing calculator may be used as a tool for organization and analysis. Students can see mathematical structures emerging from the relationships. Answers for existing and practice problems are included in the back of the student text. Table Of Contents 1. Solving linear and quadratic equations.