MAT 093 - Math Study Skills

Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Coll Prep

1. Examine math related attitudes
   1. Explain the causes of math anxiety
   2. Plan strategies for overcoming math anxiety
2. Develop time management in mathematics courses
   1. Discuss math time management
   2. Plan a study schedule
   3. Discuss how grades are calculated
3. Identify resources for math help
   1. Discuss meeting with an instructor during office hours
   2. Identify supplements to the math text
   3. Identify the process needed to obtain a tutor
   4. Recognize services provided by the Academic Achievement Centers
   5. Discuss the advantages of a study-group/study partner
4. Examine technology skills required for the study of math
   1. Navigate the institution LMS
   2. Investigate the various software required for the course
   3. Explore Desmos, TI calculator, or other optional technologies
5. Apply problem solving and critical thinking skills to various math scenarios
   1. Use problem solving strategies
   2. Develop appropriate mathematical models
   3. Make sense of graphical information
6. Interpret concepts used in the study of mathematics
   1. Communicate through examples what it means to understand mathematical concepts
   2. Demonstrate fundamental concepts within one’s own experiences
7. Demonstrate a basic understanding of arithmetic
   1. Perform calculations with fractions, decimals, and percentages
   2. Compute answers with the appropriate formulas
8. Write models for verbal problems
   1. Translate phrases and sentences into mathematical expressions
   2. Select the appropriate models to solve a given word problem
9. Support the main competencies within corequisite math classes
   1. Analyze content related to corequisite competencies
   2. Use appropriate skills to make decisions
   3. Apply corequisite theories to everyday applications

 
Competencies Revised Date: AY2025