Introductory and Intermediate Algebra [Hardcover]

K. Elayn Martin-Gay (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 24, 1995 | ISBN-10: 013341504X | ISBN-13: 978-0133415049 | Edition: 1

This text emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking and real-world applications.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Beginning and Intermediate Algebra will appeal to students who have mastered arithmetic concepts and need a review of, or introduction to, algebra topics before proceeding to college algebra or other higher-level math courses. This text emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking and real-world applications, in a way your students will find easy to understand. This text incorporates many of the features that make the Martin-Gay series so successful--including its accessible writing style and user-friendly pedagogy.

From the Back Cover

This book emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking and real-world applications, in an easy-to-understand format. Many of the features that make the Martin-Gay series so successful—including its accessible writing style and user-friendly pedagogy are incorporated throughout. Environmental science, allied health, astronomy, and business applications (to name only a few) will appeal to readers from a variety of backgrounds. Includes a heavy emphasis on analyzing data: bar graphs, circle graphs, and real data are included where applicable to emphasize the connection between statistics and algebra. Problem solving is introduced in Section 2.5, and then integrated throughout. An early introduction to graphing, is introduced as a tool for solving problems. Effectively integrates geometric concepts.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 768 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (August 24, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 013341504X
• ISBN-13: 978-0133415049
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,545,138 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

An award-winning instructor and best-selling author, Elayn Martin-Gay has taught mathematics at the University of New Orleans for more than 25 years. Her numerous teaching awards include the local University Alumni Association's Award for Excellence in Teaching, and Outstanding Developmental Educator at University of New Orleans, presented by the Louisiana Association of Developmental Educators.

Prior to writing textbooks, Elayn developed an acclaimed series of lecture videos to support developmental mathematics students in their quest for success. These highly successful videos originally served as the foundation material for her texts. Today, the videos are specific to each book in the Martin-Gay series. Elayn also pioneered the Chapter Test Prep Video to help students as they prepare for a test--their most "teachable moment!"

Elayn's experience has made her aware of how busy instructors are and what a difference quality support makes. For this reason, she created the Instructor-to-Instructor video series. These videos provide instructors with suggestions for presenting specific math topics and concepts in basic mathematics, prealgebra, beginning algebra, and intermediate algebra. Seasoned instructors can use them as a source for alternate approaches in the classroom. New or adjunct faculty may find the videos useful for review. Her textbooks and acclaimed video program support Elayn's passion of helping every student to succeed.