Suggested Syllabi

Mathematics in Action: Algebraic, Graphical, and Trigonometric Problem Solving is a collection of materials in the form of real-life activities appropriate for a student's mathematical development prior to taking a pre-calculus course. Among the authors, we have adopted all or part of the book for courses in intermediate algebra, college mathematics, and college mathematics with trigonometry.

The course outlines below represent syllabi for an intermediate algebra course, college mathematics course and a two-semester intermediate algebra and trigonometry course. In all cases, the outlines should be viewed as suggestions and should be used in conjunction with the individual activity notes found in Section 2 of the Instructor's Resource Guide. We encourage you to adapt them as best suits your curriculum and students.

Course Outline for Intermediate Algebra (meeting 4 hours per week for 15 weeks)

Course Outline for College Algebra (meeting 5 hours per week for 15 weeks)

Course Outline for Intermediate Algebra I & Intermediate Algebra and Trigonometry II (two-semester course; 3 credit hour courses meeting for 15 weeks)