COURSE GUIDE FOR MATHEMATICS IN THE MODERN

WORLD

Prerequisite: None
Credits: 3 units
Numbers of Hours: 54
S. Y. 2021-2022, 1ST Semester

Course Outcomes:

The course deals with nature of mathematics, appreciation of its practical,

intellectual, and aesthetic dimensions, and application of mathematical tools in daily
life.

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

a Discuss and argue about the nature of mathematics, what it is, how it is
expressed, represented, and used
b. Use the different type of reasoning to justify statements and arguments made
about mathematics and mathematical concept.
c. Discuss the language and symbol of mathematics.
d. Use variety of statistical tools to process and manage numerical data.
e. Analyze codes and coding scheme used for identification, privacy and security
purposes.
f. Use mathematics in other areas such as finance, voting, health, medicine and
business, environment, arts and design and recreation.
g. Appreciate the nature and uses of mathematics in everyday life.
h. Affirm honesty and integrity in the application of mathematics to various human
endeavors.

Throughout this course, you will also see learning outcomes in each unit. You can
use those learning outcomes to help organize your studies and gauge your progress.

Learning Activities and Methodologies:

·Online Module Reading (Google Classroom) 
· Google Classroom-powered Activities 
· Self-paced Learning 
· Online Reporting & Discussion (Zoom & Google Meet)
 Assessment Tools and Methods:
· Online Quiz (Google Classroom/Quiz Platforms) 
· Online Posted Output (Rubrics) 
· Online Oral Recitation (Rubrics)

Online Class Rules

1. Please show up on time at the scheduled time.

2. Find a quiet place, free from distraction (siblings, pets, parents
and televisions).
3. Maintain RESPECT in speaking, writing and appearance.
4. Stay on mute. Please click unmute if you would like to
contribute.
5. Video needs to remain ON to promote focus. Eye contact should be maintained.
6. Refrain from chewing gum, eating or drinking in front of the camera.

REMEMBER, THIS IS A CLASS. SO TREAT IT AS SUCH!

Grading and Assessment:

The students will be evaluated based on their performance on the activities given
to them. Each student should at least comply with subject requirements and pass
the quizzes and major examinations given within the duration of the semester. 
1. The following grading system will be used for this subject are: 
Midterm & Final Major Exams 60% 
Quizzes 20% 
Oral Participation/Projects/ 
Requirements/Exit Assessment  20% 

Total 100% 

2. Computation for the General Average: 

Mid-Term 50% 
Final 50% 
Total 100% 

Note: Passing Grade = 75%