Mathematics in the Modern World Syllabus

Course Code : GE 211

Course Title : Mathematics in the Modern World
Course Credit : 3 units or 54 hours
Pre-requisite : None
Modality : Hybrid Learning
Course Description :
This course deals with nature of mathematics, appreciation of its practical, intellectual, and aesthetic dimensions and application of mathematical tools
in daily life.
The course begins with an introduction to the nature of mathematics as an exploration of patterns (in nature and the environment) and as an application
of inductive and deductive reasoning. By exploring these topics, students are encouraged to go beyond the typical understanding of mathematics as
merely a set of formulas but as a source of aesthetics in patterns of nature, for example and a rich language (and of science) governed by logic and
reasoning.
The course then proceeds to survey ways in which mathematics provides a tool for
understanding and dealing with various aspects of present-day living, such as managing personal finances, making social choices, appreciating geometric
designs, understanding codes used in data transmission and security, and dividing limited resources fairly. These aspects will provide opportunities for
doing mathematics in a broad range of exercises that bring out the various dimensions of mathematics as a way of knowing and test the students
understanding and capacity.
Course Expected Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
 Recognize patterns and regularities in the world, and how mathematics comes into play, both in nature and in human endeavors;
 Apply the language of mathematics in dealing problems in a wide variety of situations;
 Demonstrate that problem solving can be an enjoyable experience;
 Utilize variety of statistical tools in processing and managing numerical data in order to describe a phenomenon and predict values;
 Use different types of reasoning to justify statements and arguments made about mathematics and mathematical concepts;
 Apply Graph Theory on how to analyze and solve variety of problems; and
 Analyze codes and coding schemes used for identification, privacy, and security purposes.

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Course Topics

Week Topics
1-4 1. The Nature of Mathematics
1.1 Mathematics in our World
1.2 Mathematical Language and Symbols
1.3 Problem Solving and Reasoning
5 Preliminary Examination
6–8 2. MATHEMATICS AS A TOOL (Part I)
2.1 Data Management
9 Midterm Examination
10 - 12 3. MATHEMATICS AS A TOOL (Part II)
3.1 The Mathematics of Finance
3.2 Codes
3.3 Apportionment and Voting
13 Final Examination

COURSE PLAN

Teaching and Learning

Week Desired Learning Outcomes Course Content/Subject Matter Assessment Resource/Materials
Activities
 Identify the patterns in nature THE NATURE OF MATHEMATICS Multimedia Rubric assessment (nature Projector Computer and LCD
and regularities in the world; Lesson 1.1: Mathematics in our photography) Projector
1  Articulate the importance of World Dimensional question
mathematics in one’s life  Patterns and Numbers in approach Paper and pencil test (quiz) Lecture Slides
 Distinguish the nature of Nature and the World
mathematics, what it is, how it  The Fibonacci Sequence Group dynamics Rubric assessment
is expressed, represented, and  Appreciation of Numbers (group activity)
used

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  Express appreciation for
mathematics as a human
endeavor
2-3  Discuss the language, symbols, Lesson 1.2: Mathematical Language Group Dynamics Paper and pencil test (Quiz) Computer and LCD Projector
and conventions of and Symbols
mathematics • The Mathematical Language Discussion Oral examination (matching Lecture Slides
 Explain the nature of  Sets, Functions, Relations, and symbols and sentences)
mathematics as a language Operations
 Perform operations on  Logic
mathematical expressions
correctly
 Acknowledge that mathematics
is a useful language
4  Use different types of Lesson 3. Problem Solving and Film Showing Paper and pencil test (Quiz) Computer and LCD Projector
reasoning to justify statements Reasoning
and arguments made about  Inductive and Deductive Problem Solving Rubric assessment (group Lecture Slides
mathematics and mathematical Reasoning activity)
concepts  Problem Solving Group Dynamics
 Write clear and logical proofs  Recreational Problems
 Solve problems involving
patterns and recreational
problems following Polya’s four
steps
 Organize one’s methods and
approaches for proving and
solving problems
5 Preliminary Examination
6-8  Use a variety of statistical tools Chapter 2: MATHEMATICS AS A Courseware Discussion Paper and pencil test (quiz) Computer and LCD Projector
to process and manage TOOL (Part I) Problem Solving
numerical data Lesson 2.1 Data Management Research study Lecture Slides
 Use the methods of linear  Basic Statistical Concepts Case Study
regression and correlations to  Measures of Central Tendency Rubrics assessment (final

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 predict the value of a variable  Measures of Dispersion Reporting presentation)
given certain conditions  Measures of Relative Position
 Advocate the use of statistical  Probability and the Normal Panel Discussion
data in making important Distribution
decisions  Correlation and Linear
Regression
 Chi-square
9 Midterm Examination
10 - 11  Support the use of Chapter 3. MATHEMATICS AS A Discussion Paper and pencil test (quiz) Computer and LCD Projector
mathematics in various aspects TOOL (Part II)
and endeavors of life Lesson 3.1 The Mathematics of Case study Rubric assessment (Group Term Lecture Slides
Finance Paper)
 Simple and compound interest Reporting RA 9474:
 Credit cards and consumer Truth in Lending Act
loans
 Stocks, bonds, and mutual Loan Tables
funds
 Home ownership
12  Use coding schemes to encode Lesson 3.2 Codes Discussion Paper and pencil test (Quiz) Lecture Slides
and decode different types of  Binary Codes
information for identification,  Introduction to Modular Problem Solving Rubric assessment (group Computer and LCD Projector
privacy, and security purposes. Arithmetic activity)
 Exemplify honesty and integrity  Basic Cryptology Hands-on Activity
when using codes for security
purposes. Lesson 3.3 Apportionment and
 Support the use of Voting
mathematics in various aspects  Introduction to apportionment
and endeavors of life  Introduction to voting
Weighted voting systems
13 Final Examination

References Main Reference/Core Textbook: Mathematics in the Modern World

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General Education Lecturer Vice President
 Earnhart, Richard T., Adina Edgar M. (2018), Quezon City, Mathematics in the Modern World C & E Publishing.
Alejan, et al. (2018).
https://ched.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/KWF-Mathematics-in-the-Modern-World.pdf
Learning Management System: ION and Microsoft Teams
Course Requirements Fifty percent (50%) cutoff score
Satisfactory attendance
Others as specified in the Course Content
Grading System Suggested:
Prelim: 15% Midterm: 15% Finals: 15% Quizzes: 25% Class Participation: 20% Project: 10%
Classroom Policies Sample Ground Rules for Discussions
Listen actively and attentively.
Ask for clarification if you are confused.
Do not interrupt one another.
Challenge one another, but do so respectfully.
Critique ideas, not people.
Do not offer opinions without supporting evidence.
Avoid put-downs (even humorous ones).
Take responsibility for the quality of the discussion.
Build on one another’s comments; work toward shared understanding.
Always have your book/readings in front of you.
Do not monopolize discussion.
Speak from your own experience, without generalizing.
If you are offended by anything said during discussion, acknowledge it immediately.
Consider anything that is said in class strictly confidential.
Sample Ground Rules for Lectures
Arrive on time.
Turn your cell phone off.
Use laptops only for legitimate class activities (note-taking, assigned tasks).
Do not leave class early without okaying it with the instructor in advance.
Ask questions if you are confused.
Try not to distract or annoy your classmates.

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General Education Lecturer Vice President