Applied Basic Mathematics - Softcover

Clark, William J.; Brechner, Robert A.

9780321194077: Applied Basic Mathematics

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321194071 ISBN 13: 9780321194077

Publisher: Addison Wesley, 2008

Key Message: Relate. Reinforce. Review. With their new Applied Basic Mathematics text, authors Bill Clark and Bob Brechner engage readers in the learning process by integrating relevant applications while using innovative pedagogy like Guide Problems, Try-It Exercises, and a unique Ten-Minute Chapter that encourages readers to reinforce and review skills and concepts.

Key Topics: Whole Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, Ratio and Proportion, Percents, Measurement, Geometry, Data Presentation and Statistics, Signed Numbers, Introduction to Algebra

Market: For all readers interested in basic mathematics.

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About the Author:

Bill Clark presently teaches at Harper College in the Chicago area. Prior to his current position, he was a professor at Miami Dade College. An engaging and dynamic teacher, he has initiated a number of programs to serve diverse student populations. He was instrumental in the implementation of Miami Dade’s Title V Calculus program. He has also developed and implemented a multi-cultural infusion project and a number of learning communities. In his leisure time, Bill enjoys travel and long walks with his dog.

Bob Brechner has taught at Miami Dade College for the past 41 years. He currently holds the position of Professor Emeritus. Over the years, he has been Adjunct Professor at Florida International University School, Florida Atlantic University, and the International Fine Arts College. Brechner holds a BS in Industrial Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia and an MBA from Emory University in Atlanta. His other publications include Contemporary Mathematics for Business and Consumers, A Little Math with Your Business, and Guidelines for the New Manager. Bob lives in Coconut Grove, Florida, with his wife, Shari Joy. His passions include travel, photography, tennis, running and boating.

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