Pre-Algebra

Pre-Algebra is part of the Essential Pre-College Math (EPM) series of 16 self-paced, online modules that cover topics ranging from basic number properties to factoring and graphing polynomials. The modules are designed to help students review or master content usually covered in Pre-Algebra and Algebra I courses taught in high school, while at the same time presenting the material with authentic examples illustrating how mathematics is used in the various fields of study related to work for architectural engineering technicians or construction. A solid understanding of this level of mathematics is crucial, and a prerequisite, for enrolling and succeeding in college level mathematics courses required in the Architectural and Engineering Technology (AES) degree and certificate programs as well as in most other fields of study. The self-paced, modular structure of the modules allows students to work on their areas of weakness without requiring them to spend time on material they have already mastered. Additionally, it enables students to improve their mastery of pre-college foundational math without the tuition cost normally associated with remedial mathematics courses.
Date:
2016-09-14
Primary Material Type:
Online Course
Other Material Types:
Drill and Practice, Presentation, Quiz/Test, Tutorial
Institution:
Kenai Peninsula College/ University of Alaska
Project Name:
Beyond Anchorage: Expanding Developmental and Workforce Education
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 1
Subjects:
Prealgebra, developmental math, measurement, proportion, ratios, metric system, variation., Prealgebra, developmental math, whole numbers, order relations, addition, subtraction, fractions, decimal numbers, measurement and proportion, real numbers, percent, number line, order of operations, linear one variable equations, fractions, fraction notation, fractions with variables, multiplication and division of fractions, radical expressions, real numbers, properties, polynomials, variables

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
The required employer partners: Architectural Design firms USKH; Harvey H. Hightower, Architect; DOWL HKM; and UMIAQ
Industry Sector:
Developmental Education
Occupation:
All Occupations (00-0000)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Education (13)
Credit Type:
  • None
Credential Type:
  • None
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
48 hours
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Active - requires user to respond to prompts, questions, etc.
Quality Note:
Peer review and external review.
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • SME Quality Report is posted in Skills Commons
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • Other Rubric
Course Note:
Essential Precollege Math: Prealgebra

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  • Interactive - Text prompts

Copyright / Licensing

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Creative Commons License
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