Advanced Mathematical Concepts: Precalculus With Applications, Texas Edition - Hardcover

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9780078756306: Advanced Mathematical Concepts: Precalculus With Applications, Texas Edition

Synopsis

Advanced Mathematical Concepts provides comprehensive coverage of all the topics covered in a full-year Precalculus course. Its unique unit organization readily allows for semester courses in Trigonometry, Discrete Mathematics, Analytic Geometry, and Algebra and Elementary Functions. Pacing and Chapter Charts for Semester Courses are conveniently located on page T4 of the Teacher Wraparound Edition.

Advanced Mathematical Concepts lessons develop mathematics using numerous examples, real-world applications, and an engaging narrative. Graphs, diagrams, and illustrations are used throughout to help students visualize concepts. Directions clearly indicate which problems may require the use of a graphing calculator.

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About the Author

John A. Carter, PhD, is the principal of Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois. He previously served as the director of mathematics and the assistant principal for teaching and learning at Adlai E. Stevenson. He taught mathematics for nineteen years at Community High School in West Chicago and at Stevenson High School.

As a teacher and professional developer, Dr. Carter's work has focused on teaching mathematics for understanding, stu dent engaged learning, and developing student reasoning. As a presenter and lesson-study facilitator, he regularly works with teachers to examine their instructional practices, further their content knowledge, and improve student achievement.

Dr. Carter has served on the Board of Directors for the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics as well as been a member of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics committees, task forces, and writing groups. He received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching in 1993 and was awarded the T. E. Rine Secondary Mathematics Teaching Award from the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics in 2000.

Dr. Carter earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics, a master's degree in education, and a master's degree in educational administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He earned his doctorate in mathematics education from Illinois State University and completed postdoctoral work in educational administration at Loyola University Chicago.

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