Math Lit: A Pathway to College Mathematics

by Kathleen Almy, Heather Foes

This text provides a one-semester alternative to the traditional two-semester developmental algebra sequence for non-STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) students. This new approach offers an accelerated pathway to college readiness through developmental math, preparing non-STEM students to move directly into liberal arts math or introductory statistics, while also preparing STEM students for intermediate algebra.

An Accelerated Pathway through Developmental Math

Math Lit, by Kathleen Almy and Heather Foes, offers an accelerated pathway through developmental math, allowing non-STEM students to move directly into liberal arts math or introductory statistics. Through its emphasis on contextual problem solving, the Almy/Foes text and its accompanying MyMathLab® course help students gain the mathematical maturity necessary to be successful in a college-level non-STEM math class. Students work through carefully designed explorations, activities, and instruction to garner a greater conceptual understanding of the major themes of numeracy, proportional reasoning, algebraic reasoning, and functions. Enhancements in the Second Edition have increased the versatility and ease of use for students and instructors alike.



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MyMathLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment, students practice what they learn, test their understanding, and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them absorb course material and understand difficult concepts.

 



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608 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 14, 2016

Reviews

[Elijah Hernandez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally, a math textbook that focuses on the 'why' and 'how' instead of just endless drills! Math Lit is a breath of fresh air for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by the traditional developmental algebra sequence. Instead of rote memorization, this book uses an 'active learning' approach that centers on four main themes: numeracy, proportional reasoning, algebraic reasoning, and functions. I especially appreciated the 'Focus Problems' at the start of each section, which use real-world scenarios—like the BP oil spill or social networking trends—to show how mathematics actually applies to life. It’s designed specifically to accelerate your path to college-level stats or liberal arts math, making it a perfect bridge for non-STEM majors who want to build genuine mathematical maturity without getting bogged down in abstract theory. If you’ve struggled with math in the past, this contextual, spiral-based approach might be exactly what makes the concepts finally click.


Contextual Learning: It asks "How does it work?" and "How can I use it?" for every topic.

Accelerated Pathway: It’s intended to get students through developmental math in one semester rather than two.

The "Spiral" Method: Topics are revisited throughout the book in increasing depth, which helps with long-term retention.

Modern Relevance: The 3rd edition includes updated problems that reflect current events and data.