CORE 1120 - Problem Solving

Institution:

LaGrange College

Subject:

Description:

Individual and small-group problem solving geared toward real-life situations and nontraditional problems. The course will focus on a number of problem solving strategies, such as: draw a diagram, eliminate possibilities, make a systematic list, look for a pattern, guess and check, solve an easier related problem and sub-problems, use manipulatives, work backward, act it out, unit analysis, use algebra and finite differences, and others. Divergent thinking and technical communication skills of writing and oral presentation will be emphasized. Prerequisite: MATH 1101 or higher

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lagrange.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 880-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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