Appendix A

Course Title Mathematics in the Modern World

Course Number GED-MAT 01
Course High School Mathematics
Prerequisite
Course Description This is a 3-unit course that deals with the nature of mathematics, appreciation of its practical and aesthetic dimensions, and application of
mathematical tools in the modern world. It aims to equip students with functional mathematical literacy needed to deal with the demands
of the modern world.
General Education The general education exposes students to various domains of knowledge and ways of comprehending social and natural realities.
Outcome Specifically, it aims to
- Develop critical, analytical and creative thinking
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing using mathematical language
- Develop the ability to engage in lifelong learning and understand the applications of mathematics in the modern world
- Strengthen an appreciation of the beauty of mathematics and its application
Course Content Content
Course Intended Learning
Session Instructional
Outcomes Number Topic Assessment
Delivery
Upon completion of this
course, students are 1 Orientation
expected to: Rubric for group presentation
Unit 1: The Nature of Mathematics Interactive lectures
- Better understand and 2-3 1.1 What is Mathematics? Online essay for the
appreciate the nature 1.1.1 Study of Patterns Audio Visual appreciation of math (2
and beauty of 1.1.2 Language presentation of the hours)
mathematics 1.1.3 Mental Discipline beauty of math ( 1
1.1.4 Art hour) Donald in
- Use logical reasoning in 1.1.5 Tool for the sciences and other mathmagic land
making sound decisions disciplines

- Display competence in 4 1.2. The Value of Mathematical

solving real life problems Discoveries
using operations 1.2.1 Zero Symbol
research tools 1.2.2 Special Irrational Numbers
1.2.3 Pythagorean Theorem

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- Manifest understanding
of the mathematics 5-6
involved in utility bills,
taxation, credit cards
- Demonstrate
competence in
evaluating investment
and payment options
Unit 2: Patterns in Real Life Survey of
2.1. In Nature (Waves, seasons of the applications of math Exams
year, flowers, bee hives and in architecture,
fractals) construction,
2.2 In geometry (figurate numbers, paintings,
tessellations, construction and sculptures
architectural designs) and agriculture
2.3 Writing generalizations (paper-
folding, pattern finding activities in
polygons)

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Exams

8-10
Unit 3: Logic
3.1 Deductive and Inductive Reasoning Online resources on
(Detective Game) media literacy (1 Test
3.2 Conditional Statements (Converse, hour) Math in the
Contrapositive, Inverse and Media
Obverse)
3.3 Critiquing the Use of Mathematics
in Advertisements and Quotes

11 Midterm Exams

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12-16 Unit 4: Linear Programming
4.1 Systems of Linear Inequalities
4.2 Problems involving systems of
linear inequalities
4.3 Problems involving
linear programming
Interactive Lectures
Group performance tasks
involving operations research
(2 hours)

17 Exams

18-23 Unit 5: Finance Market surveys

5.1 Basic accounting (banks, car
5.1.1 Debit and Credit companies,
5.1.2 Assets, Liabilities and Equity appliance centers,
5.1.3 Revenues and Expenses interview bank
5.2 Payment Options (Cash or manager, financial
Installment) adviser) (3 hours)
5.3 Investment Options/Net Present
Value (Savings and time deposit, Analysis of actual
treasury bills, stocks and mutual bills (2 hours)
fund) Group
5.4 Utility Bills (Electricity/Water) presentations )
5.5 Compensation Income Taxation

24 Final Exams

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Course References https://www.google.com.ph/?gfe_rd=cr&ei=ztB7U6LPOK-XiAfe14CQCw#q=optical+illusions

http://www.moillusions.com/

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7odhYT8yzUM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsWKyFg9IdM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46f6ozRTVsU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKWV-uU_SoI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4fUjzqCC-8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFTSAjZEqPw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hvD5kLqjuw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XSqcAq0A9k

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 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZQoaI-K3ro

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mathematics+tricks

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYrgjMubh-c

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30X37X1uk2o

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf3_36a9MWc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5MVEXbBji4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4__sSuQTkw
Additional/Supplem
entary Materials Meralco. (2013). Meralco appliance calculator. (Version 20133.01.000.002) [mobile application software]. Retrieved from
http://apps.meralco.com.ph/appcal/

Baker, Frank W. (2004). Math in the Media. Retrieved from http://www.frankwbaker.com/math_in_the_media.htm

Banta, M., Berg, B. & Haber, H. (Writers), & Disney, W. (Director) (1959). Donald in mathmagic land. [Television broadcast]. Walt Disney
Productions.

Performance Course Performance Indicator
Indicator and
Evidences of - Explain the nature and beauty of
Performance mathematics
- Discuss the mathematics involved
in utility bills and taxation
- Evaluate investment and
payment options
- Solve real life problems using
Evidence of Performance
- Online Reflective journal/Essay
(2 hours)
- Appliance usage schedule using
Meralco appliance calculator and bill
manager
http://apps.meralco.com.ph/appcal/
- Simulation of investment options
Performance Standard (Assessment Criteria)
-For reflective/Essay
a. Quality of Ideas Presented /substance
(60%)
b. Coherence of Ideas (20%)
c. Clarity of expression (20%)
-For appliance usage schedule
a. Accuracy of computation (80%)

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 linear programming - Group performance tasks involving
linear programming
- Summative Examinations
b. Clarity of presentation (20%)
-For simulation of Investment options
a. Analysis of investment returns (30%)
b. Authenticity of data (20%)
c. Clarity of presentation (20%)
d. Validity of Arguments (30%)

Course Policies Grading System:

Weight of the requirements in computation of the course grade:
 Summative Examinations - 50%
(Include Midterm Examination (Midterm Grade) – 25% and Final Examination – 25%)
 Performance Task Presentations – 30%
 FLD Outputs – 20%

1. Advance assigned readings in preparation for subsequent lectures.

2. Summative Examinations should be given with the allotted time according to the course calendar indicated above.
3. Written outputs, if necessary, should be computed using calculator and/or Spreadsheet.
4. Attendance should be strictly monitored and students with many absences should be informed.
5. Students with excused/valid absences may still be allowed to comply with their missed requirements.

Consultation Period As reflected in ROL

Prepared by: Noted by: Approved by:

ROLLY R. PEREZ, Ph.D. CORNELIO L. LABAO, JR. VIVINIA B. DAUG, Ph.D.

Instructor II Associate Dean, Faculty of Teacher Development Director for Academics

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