CRITERIA FOR COURSES IN THE MATHEMATICS DIVISION OF GENERAL EDUCATION

To be accepted in this category, the course must:

be in the field of mathematics, statistics, or symbolic logic. Mathematics is the study of patterns and structures, and the expression and description of these in terms of a language which allows for understanding, deduction and calculation. Statistics addresses methods for collecting and summarizing data, and drawing conclusions from data using arguments based on probability. Symbolic logic studies formal systems for deductions.

be at a level of mathematical reasoning at or above the level of College Algebra;

examine, at least heuristically, the theory and reasoning behind the methods;

employ a diverse set of examples to show the power and usefulness of the methods;

though applications may be selected from certain disciplines in order to fit the interests of students, the methods themselves should be of general interest in a wide variety of fields.

The course description or draft syllabus should indicate which of the following General Education Outcomes the course will address:

Know the world.
Demonstrate knowledge of the natural sciences, mathematics, arts, and human societies.
Apply knowledge to real-world situations.
Recognize the inevitable limits of your own perception and understanding.

Think Critically.
Read, analyze, and understand complex texts or quantitative information.
Use evidence to critically evaluate or defend a point of view.
Understand and critically evaluate ethical or aesthetic points of view.

Solve Problems.
Locate, evaluate, and/or use research sources.
Formulate and/or apply models to evaluate problems and draw conclusions.

Respect Others.
Demonstrate civic knowledge and engagement.
Recognize your place in the world in relation to others.

Express Yourself.
Write in a coherent, analytical, and persuasive manner.
Speak respectfully, articulately and coherently in informal discussions or formal presentations.