Administrative Master Syllabus
Purpose: It is the intention of this Administrative Master Syllabus to provide a general description of the course, outline the
required elements of the course and to lay the foundation for course assessment for the improvement of student learning, as
specified by the faculty of Wharton County Junior College, regardless of who teaches the course, the timeframe by which it
is instructed, or the instructional method by which the course is delivered. It is not intended to restrict the manner by which
an individual faculty member teaches the course but to be an administrative tool to aid in the improvement of instruction.
Course Title:
Mathematics for Teacher I (Fundamental of Mathematics I)
Course Prefix & Number:
MATH 1350
Division & Department:
Math, Readiness, & Justice: Mathematics
Course Type
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM, but not WCJC Core)
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Academic WCJC Core Course
WECM Course
This course is a Special Topics or Unique Needs Course.
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3
0
Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours: Lab/Other Hours _____:_____:_____
3
Equated Pay Hours:_____
List Lab/
Other Hours
Lab Hours
Catalog Course Description:
This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts
and skills. It includes the conceptual development of the following: sets, functions, numeration
systems, number theory, and properties of the various number systems with an emphasis on
problem solving and critical thinking.
0
Clinical Hours
0
Practicum Hours
0
Pre-Requisites:
Other (List)
MATH 1314 College Algebra
0
Co-Requisites:
Signature
Prepared by:
Department Head:
Division Chair:
Dean/VPI:
Approved by CIR:
Jennifer Mauch
Jennifer Mauch
Date
Digitally signed by Jennifer Mauch
DN: cn=Jennifer Mauch, o=Wharton County Junior College,
ou=Mathematics, [email protected], c=US
Date: 2016.04.07 09:54:23 -05'00'
4/7/16
Digitally signed by Jennifer Mauch
DN: cn=Jennifer Mauch, o=Wharton County Junior College,
ou=Mathematics, [email protected], c=US
Date: 2016.04.07 09:54:34 -05'00'
4/7/16
Digitally signed by G.G. Hunt
G.G. Hunt
Date: 2016.04.07 10:53:40 -05'00'
Leigh Ann Collins
Tracy Emmons
Administrative Master Syllabus
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Digitally signed by Leigh Ann Collins
DN: cn=Leigh Ann Collins, o=Wharton County Junior College,
ou=Vice President of Instruction, [email protected], c=US
Date: 2016.06.17 13:18:00 -05'00'
Digitally signed by Tracy Emmons
DN: cn=Tracy Emmons, o=WCJC, ou=Instructional
Assessment, [email protected], c=US
Date: 2016.05.03 11:13:32 -05'00'
4-7-16
6-17-16
4/15/16
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I. Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include
information regarding lab, practicum, clinical, or other non-lecture instruction).
Ch. 1 - An Introduction to Problem Solving
1-1 Mathematics and Problem Solving
1-2 Explorations with Patterns
Ch. 2 - Introduction to Logic and Sets
2-1 Reasoning and Logic: An Introduction
2-2 Describing Sets
2-3 Other Set Operations and Their Properties
Ch. 3 - Numeration Systems and Whole Number Operations
3-1 Numeration Systems
3-2 Addition and Subtraction of Whole Numbers
3-3 Multiplication and Division of Whole Numbers
3-4 Addition and Subtraction Algorithms, Mental Computation, and Estimation
3-5 Multiplication and Division Algorithms, Mental Computation, and Estimation
Ch. 4 - Number Theory
4-1 Divisibility
4-2 Prime and Composite Numbers
4-3 Greatest Common Divisor and Least Common Multiple
Ch. 5 - Integers
5-1 Addition and Subtraction of Integers
5-2 Multiplication and Division of Integers
Ch. 6 - Rational Numbers and Proportional Reasoning
6-1 The Set of Rational Numbers
6-2 Addition, Subtraction, and Estimation with Rational Numbers
6-3 Multiplication, Division, and Estimation with Rational Numbers
6-4 Proportional Reasoning
Ch. 7 - Rational Numbers as Decimals and Percents
7-1 Introduction to Finite Decimals
7-2 Operations on Decimals
7-3 Repeating Decimals
7-4 Percents and Interest
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II. Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful
completion of this course, students will:
1. Explain and model the arithmetic
operations for whole numbers and integers.
2. Explain and model computations with
fractions, decimals, ratios, and
percentages.
3. Describe and demonstrate how factors,
multiples, and prime numbers are used to
solve problems.
4. Apply problem solving skills to numerical
applications.
5. Represent and describe relationships
among sets using the appropriate
mathematical terminology and notation.
6. Compare and contrast structures of
numeration systems.
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Methods of Assessment:
Final Exam (Required)
Other Methods of Assessment:
-Hour Exams
-Homework
-Quizzes
-Short Answer
-Discussion Board
-Participation
-Projects
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III. Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
"A Problem Solving Approach to Mathematics for Elementary School
Teachers" by Billstein/Libeskind/Lott, Pearson, 12th edition.
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IV. Suggested course maximum: ________
V. List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach
the course.
Students must have computer access to the the WCJC website, their WCJC
student email and online accounts. WCJC has open computer labs, with
internet access, on all campuses for students to use.
VI. Course Requirements/Grading System—Describe any course specific requirements such as
research papers or reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
A. Final Exam
B. Other Course Requirements
15-30%
70-85%
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 59 or below
VII. Curriculum Checklist
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM-but not in WCJC core)
•
✔
No additional documentation needed.
Academic WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms.
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Critical Thinking
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Communication
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Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
WECM Course
• If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist.
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Core Curriculum Review Form
Foundational Component Area:
MATH 1350
Course Prefix & Suffix: __________________
Mathematics
Core Objective: Critical Thinking Skills—to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of
information
Student Learning Outcome supporting core objective:
SLO Status Student Learning Outcome (SLO)
For each core objective, there must be at least two different methods of assessment.
Learning Activity
Assessment
Provide a brief name and
description of the sample learning
activity:
The SLO is:
Insert SLO (from Administrative Master Syllabi) below
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Explain and model the arithmetic operations for whole A word problem (application)
where the student must model
numbers and integers. (SLO #1)
and arithmetic operation, and
include a brief paragraph
explaining what was done.
Provide a brief name and
description of the sample quiz,
exam, rubric, assignment, etc. for
assessing the objective:
A quiz, test, or discussion board
artifact showing the student's written
answer. Grading for correctness and
the rubric for critical thinking will
assess this objective.
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Jennifer Mauch
Department Head: _______________________________________________________
WCJC Core Curriculum Review Form-Mathematics (April 2013)
(Modified from Collin College)
3-31-2016
Date: ____________________________
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Core Curriculum Review Form
Foundational Component Area:
MATH 1350
Course Prefix & Suffix: ____________________
Mathematics
Core Objective: Communication Skills—to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written,
oral and visual communication
Student Learning Outcome supporting core objective:
SLO Status Student Learning Outcome (SLO)
For each core objective, there must be at least two different methods of assessment.
Learning Activity
Assessment
Provide a brief name and
description of the sample learning
activity:
The SLO is:
Insert SLO (from Administrative Master Syllabi) below
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Explain and model the arithmetic operations for whole A word problem (application)
where the student must model
numbers and integers. (SLO #1)
and arithmetic operation, and
include a brief paragraph
explaining what was done.
Provide a brief name and
description of the sample quiz,
exam, rubric, assignment, etc. for
assessing the objective:
A quiz, test, or discussion board
artifact showing the student's written
answer. Grading for correctness and
the rubric for communication skills
will assess this objective.
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Jennifer Mauch
Department Head: _______________________________________________________
WCJC Core Curriculum Review Form-Mathematics (April 2013)
(Modified from Collin College)
3-31-2016
Date: ____________________________
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Core Curriculum Review Form
Foundational Component Area:
MATH 1350
Course Prefix & Suffix: ____________________
Mathematics
Core Objective: Empirical and Quantitative Skills—to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts
resulting in informed conclusions
Student Learning Outcome supporting core objective:
SLO Status Student Learning Outcome (SLO)
For each core objective, there must be at least two different methods of assessment.
Learning Activity
Assessment
Provide a brief name and
description of the sample learning
activity:
The SLO is:
Insert SLO (from Administrative Master Syllabi) below
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Explain and model the arithmetic operations for whole A word problem (application)
where the student must model
numbers and integers. (SLO #1)
and arithmetic operation, and
include a brief paragraph
explaining what was done.
Provide a brief name and
description of the sample quiz,
exam, rubric, assignment, etc. for
assessing the objective:
A quiz, test, or discussion board
artifact showing the student's
written answer. Grading for
correctness and the rubric for
EQS will assess this objective.
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Existing
Revised
New
State
Mandated
Jennifer Mauch
Department Head: _______________________________________________________
WCJC Core Curriculum Review Form-Mathematics (April 2013)
(Modified from Collin College)
3-31-2016
Date: ____________________________
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