College Algebra (4th Edition) [Hardcover]

Robert F. Blitzer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0132191415 | ISBN-13: 978-0132191418 | Publication Date: January 8, 2006 | Edition: 4

<>Gets Them Engaged. Keeps Them Engaged

 

Blitzer's philosophy: present the full scope of mathematics, while always (1) engaging the student by opening their minds to learning (2) keeping the student engaged on every page (3) explaining ideas directly, simply, and clearly so they don't get "lost" when studying and reviewing.

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About the Author

Bob Blitzer is a native of Manhattan and received a Bachelor of Arts degree with dual majors in mathematics and psychology (minor: English literature) from the City College of New York. His unusual combination of academic interests led him toward a Master of Arts in mathematics from the University of Miami and a doctorate in behavioral sciences from Nova University. Bob is most energized by teaching mathematics and has taught a variety of mathematics courses at Miami-Dade College for nearly 30 years. He has received numerous teaching awards, including Innovator of the Year from the League for Innovations in the Community College, and was among the first group of recipients at Miami-Dade College for an endowed chair based on excellence in the classroom. Bob has written Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Introductory Algebra for College Students, Essentials of Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Introductory and Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Essentials of Introductory and Intermediate Algebra for College Students, Algebra for College Students, Thinking Mathematically, College Algebra, Algebra and Trigonometry, and Precalculus, all published by Pearson Prentice Hall.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 832 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (January 8, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0132191415
• ISBN-13: 978-0132191418
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.2 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #182,277 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Bob Blitzer is a native of Manhattan and received a Bachelor of Arts degree with dual majors in mathematics and psychology (minor: English literature) from the City College of New York. His unusual combination of academic interests led him toward a Master of Arts in mathematics from the University of Miami and a doctorate in behavioral sciences from Nova University. Bob's love for teaching mathematics was nourished for nearly 30 years at Miami Dade College, where he received numerous teaching awards, including Innovator of the Year from the League for Innovations in the Community College and an endowed chair based on excellence in the classroom. In addition to Thinking Mathematically, Bob has written textbooks covering introductory algebra, college algebra, algebra and trigonometry, and precalculus, all published by Prentice Hall. When not secluded in his Northern California writer's cabin, Bob can be found hiking the beaches and trails of Point Reyes National Seashore, and tending to the chores required by his beloved entourage of horses, chickens, and irritable roosters.

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A math book with a sense of humor, November 29, 2007

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Serber - See all my reviews

This review is from: College Algebra (4th Edition) (Hardcover)

If you take the time to read the book it is engaging and sometimes funny. The author explains the math very well using real-world situtations. The application problems are great for bringing the concepts home.

15 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best review and ramp up to algebra seen, May 15, 2007

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This review is from: College Algebra (4th Edition) (Hardcover)

Very much liked the review of the prerequisite math rules needed to make progress with algebra. Good examples, good practice problems.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great text for students who struggle to understand, September 18, 2010

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This review is from: College Algebra (4th Edition) (Hardcover)

Blitzer has done a great job breaking down the concepts of College Algebra. The examples are detailed and students are able to get immediate feedback on their understanding after each topic with what he calls "check points". I like the real-world applications for each lesson and the chapter test solutions on CD. I am a teacher using this book in a high school classroom.