Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra (3rd Edition) [Paperback]

Bill E. Jordan (Author), William P. Palow (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0321132262 | ISBN-13: 978-0321132260 | Publication Date: August 12, 2004 | Edition: 3

A combination of a basic mathematics or prealgebra text and an introductory algebra text, Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra, Third Edition, provides a uniquely integrated presentation of the material for these courses in a way that is extremely beneficial to students. As opposed to traditional texts that present arithmetic at the beginning and algebra at the end, this text integrates the two whenever possible, so that students see how concepts are interrelated rather than learning them in isolation and missing the "big picture." The ideas and algorithms shared by arithmetic and algebra are introduced in an arithmetic context and then developed through the corresponding algebraic concept. For example, operations with rational numbers and rational expressions are discussed together, whereas most texts discuss operations with rational numbers early on and operations with rational expressions much later. The Jordan/Palow text helps students recognize algebra as a natural extension of arithmetic using variables. This approach aligns directly with NCTM and AMATYC standards, which suggest playing upon students' previous knowledge to teach new concepts.

Product Details

• Paperback: 883 pages
• Publisher: Addison Wesley; 3 edition (August 12, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321132262
• ISBN-13: 978-0321132260
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #112,722 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 Excellent for adults!, June 7, 2011

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This review is from: Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra Plus MyMathLab Student Access Kit (4th Edition) (Paperback)

I can't speak to the MyMathLab component of this book because my copy doesn't have it, but I can attest to the brilliance of the approach to teaching math. It takes one math concept and follows it from the basic to the advanced. I've never seen this approach in a textbook, but it makes SO much sense, especially for adults.

Other strengths include plenty of practice exercises and very thoroughly explained examples. It works better for individuals than for a class, at least in my experience, but it's been wonderful supplementary material for the math talented in my class of displaced workers.

Another ab fab algebra text for adults is Algebra Survival Guide: a Conversational Guide for the Thoroughly Befuddled

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5.0 out of 5 stars Intergrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra (4th Edition), June 13, 2009

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This review is from: Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra (4th Edition) (Paperback)

This book is perfect for my pre-algebra class I am taking this summer. The used book is in great shape.

2.0 out of 5 stars Overpriced compared to what other books are out there, August 10, 2011

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This review is from: Integrated Arithmetic and Basic Algebra Plus MyMathLab Student Access Kit (4th Edition) (Paperback)

I previously read Basic Math and Pre-Algebra For Dummies (and used the companion workbook) before being forced to buy this book for school. The Dummies book was just as good if not better and I felt like I was reading the exact same material all over again. If you merely want to learn Basic Math and Pre-Algebra for your own gratification then this book isn't a good value. Yes, the content is excellent but so is the content of much less expensive options.