The following objectives reflect the emphasis of this course. These objectives are the responsibility of students of this course. When designing your final project, you will be expected to show evidence of competency in each of these areas. Obtain a high level of achievement of the instructional goals. The purpose of this guiding principle is a restatement of the view that science and mathematics are important for everyone, not just those choosing science or math as a profession.
All citizens require the ability to interact with science, mathematics, and technology.
To that end, students will be expected to explore topics to their logical conclusion and to share with classmates the knowledge they acquire. This includes knowledge of the individual characters of science and mathematics along with an understanding of personal situatedness and biases. It includes evaluating sources and understanding the difference between science and pseudoscience. Acquire and use the ability to read, write, listen to, and speak mathematics and science. Use and understand their related vocabulary.