An examination of the major achievements in mathematical thinking throughout history. Topics may include the history of numerical systems in early civilizations, the development of formal proof, mathematical contributions from diverse populations and the impact of technological innovations on mathematics. Especially suitable for prospective middle and high school teachers.

Prerequisites: Mathematics 8 with a grade of "C" or better.

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1, 2, 3

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None

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Letters and science

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GARFIELD P M
Peter Garfield
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249 reviews
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34A . Garfield P M 11 Days Ago

The class in of itself is easy, the practice exams are almost EXACTLY like the actual test with a few curveball steps he doesn't mention (though if you show work and get it semi/ mostly wrong you'll still get a good grade). Honestly felt scared because I didn't take calc or even pre-calc in highschool but you'll be fine, enroll in CLAS groups.

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34A . Garfield P M 16 Days Ago

Super easy class grading-wise, but if you don't learn super duper fast, you'll have to do a good amount of work outside of class. He moves super fast sometimes, and the homework isn't always the most straightforward. But the midterms don't impact your grade too much, and he'll raise a C to a B if you show effort by attending lectures and sections.

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34A . Garfield P M 17 Days Ago

Extremely understanding and caring Professor. Exams are exactly the same as practice tests, just with different numbers, basically. Weekly quizzes in sections with 1 easy question (if you know what's going on). I averaged an 87% on all of the exams and 90% on the quizzes, and I got an A-. IClicker didn't have geo-location on.

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34A . Garfield P M 30 Days Ago

Before going into this class I took AP Calculus in high school and that definitely helped me a lot. Peter is a caring person and wants to be there for his students, he is just not the best teacher and makes concepts a lot more complicated than they actually are. Putting in the effort he guarantees a B and gives 4 practice tests for study material

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34A . Garfield P M A Month Ago

Great guy, easy class, free A, take the class

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34A . Garfield P M A Month Ago

Garfield is a great professor - caring and passionate. However, he grades your exams really late. But he makes his lectures clear and fun. He lets you use a notecard for each exam, which is really helpful and guarantees a passing grade for each exam and the class in general. Would definitely take his class again!

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