Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs & Models, 2nd Edition [Hardcover]

Marvin L. Bittinger (Author), David J. Ellenbogen (Author), Barbara L. Johnson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0321127080 | ISBN-13: 978-0321127082 | Edition: 2

Geared toward helping students visualize and apply mathematics, Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs and Models, Second Edition is designed for a two-semester course. The authors make use of illustrations, graphs, and graphing technology to enhance students' mathematical skills. This is accomplished through Interactive Discoveries, Algebraic-Graphical Side-by-Sides, and the incorporation of real-data applications. In addition, students are taught problem-solving skills using the Bittinger hallmark five-step problem-solving process coupled with new Connecting the Concepts and Aha! exercises. And, as you have come to expect with any Bittinger text, we bring you a complete supplements package that now includes an Annotated Instructor's Edition and MyMathLab, Addison-Wesley's on-line course solution.

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About the Author

Marvin Bittinger has been teaching math at the university level for more than thirty-eight years. Since 1968, he has been employed at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, and is now professor emeritus of mathematics education. Professor Bittinger has authored over 190 publications on topics ranging from basic mathematics to algebra and trigonometry to applied calculus. He received his BA in mathematics from Manchester College and his PhD in mathematics education from Purdue University. Special honors include Distinguished Visiting Professor at the United States Air Force Academy and his election to the Manchester College Board of Trustees from 1992 to 1999. Professor Bittinger has also had the privilege of speaking at many mathematics conventions, most recently giving a lecture entitled "Baseball and Mathematics." His hobbies include hiking in Utah, baseball, golf, and bowling. In addition, he also has an interest in philosophy and theology, in particular, apologetics. Professor Bittinger currently lives in Carmel, Indiana with his wife Elaine. He has two grown and married sons, Lowell and Chris, and four granddaughters.

 

David Ellenbogen has taught math at the college level for nearly 30 years, spending most of that time in the Massachusetts and Vermont community college systems, where he has served on both curriculum and developmental math committees. He has taught at St. Michael's College and The University of Vermont. Professor Ellenbogen has been active in the American Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges (AMATYC) since 1985, having served on its Developmental Mathematics Committee and as a delegate. He has been a member of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) since 1979. He has authored dozens of texts on topics ranging from prealgebra to calculus and has delivered lectures on the use of language in mathematics. Professor Ellenbogen received his bachelor's degree in mathematics from Bates College and his master’s degree in community college mathematics education from The University of Massachusetts—Amherst. In his spare time, he enjoys playing piano, biking, hiking, skiing and volunteer work. He currently serves on the boards of the Vermont Sierra Club and the Vermont Bicycle Pedestrian Coalition. He has two sons, Monroe and Zachary.

 

Barbara Johnson has a B.S. in mathematics from Bob Jones University and a M.S. in math from Clemson University. She has taught high school and college math for 25 years, and enjoys the challenge of helping each student grow in appreciation for and understanding of mathematics.  As a Purdue Master Gardener, she also enjoys helping others learn gardening skills.  Believing that the best teacher is always learning, she recently earned a black belt in karate.

--This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1200 pages
• Publisher: Addison Wesley; 2 edition (November 15, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321127080
• ISBN-13: 978-0321127082
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.8 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,702,047 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy Algebra Book to Learn From, August 21, 2008

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Jessica Jones "DVD Watcher" (Nashville, TN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs and Models (Hardcover)

This book is very easy to understand and comprehend, making Algebra not a pain like some subjects. Also this book is the same one used in the next version, it just has a different cover so it is cheaper than the next version.

1.0 out of 5 stars There is a better solution, February 15, 2012

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This review is from: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra (Kindle Edition)

My sixth week of the semester I finally worked out all the kinks. I bought the stand alone ebook to read on my android tablet, and after purchase, discovered this download is not supported by that tool. You must be at your PC/MAC. I tried to read it through kindle cloud, without success. I wrote Amazon for support and they did not respond. The whole book is ALREADY on my PC online through My Math Lab. If you carry your laptop into places where there is no internet most of the time you could buy this electronic version and store it on your hard drive. Otherwise, I paid $82 (top dollar) strait to Pearsons for the online access code to My Math Lab (without a hard copy or ebook) and read the whole text on my tablet AND PC through my internet browser. Now I have all the videos, sample tests, questions, instant answers, step by step explanations, animations, and call up tutoring in addition to the multiplatform text for $82. So if you are considering this ebook package, realize you are purchasing two copies of the same ebook, and paying for both of them.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, May 16, 2011

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This review is from: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Graphs & Models (3rd Edition) (Hardcover)

This book is like new, including the CD. At a glance, it does not even appear to have any marks. The physical condition is excellent with no broken back or torn or soiled pages.