Graphics calculator required. Functions are investigated graphically, numerically, symbolically, and verbally. Logarithmic, exponential, polynomial and rational functions are explored. Applications are investigated from Liberal Arts perspectives.
Technology is integrated throughout.
Students communicate results in oral and written form. All activities will follow the premise that formal definitions and pro- cedures evolve from the investigation of practical problems. Activities will include group work. At least one writing assignment and 3. The goal is to explore and analyze exponential functions in the context of applications.