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Quantitative Courses in a Liberal Education Program: A Case Study.

Authors :
Wismath, Shelly L.
Mackay, D. Bruce
Source :
JGE: The Journal of General Education. Oct2012, Vol. 61 Issue 4, p314-322. 9p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article presents a case study on the quantitative reasoning course designed and taught in a university in western Canada which focuses on liberal education. It mentions that quantitative reasoning skills play an important part in the critical thinking skills package of liberal education. It notes that students found the course interesting and relevant to their needs and they were able to understand and use mathematics in their work and personal lives.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00213667
Volume :
61
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
JGE: The Journal of General Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
83717165
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/jge.2012.0040