WebAssign with Corequisite Support for Gustafson/Hughes' College Algebra, Single-Term Instant Access, 13th Edition

R. David Gustafson, Jeff Hughes

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WebAssign with Corequisite Support for Gustafson/Hughes' College Algebra, Single-Term Instant Access 13th Edition by R. David Gustafson/Jeff Hughes

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Accelerate your students’ journey to success using WEBASSIGN WITH COREQUISITE SUPPORT FOR GUSTAFSON/HUGHES' COLLEGE ALGEBRA, 13th Edition. This online learning solution provides the flexibility to match any corequisite implementation model while offering valuable remediation for students. Use prebuilt homework and prerequisite course packs to save time or customize content with your own notes or questions. Individual student and course analytics keep you informed of progress. This author team's best-selling, engaging presentation introduces college algebra using a precise and accessible approach. Clear college algebra concepts with student-oriented practice and features are ideal for students with diverse abilities, backgrounds and future career and course goals -- whether they are STEM or non-STEM students. This WEBASSIGN online platform offers active learning opportunities that prepare students for success in future math courses or other disciplines of study.

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R. David Gustafson

R. David Gustafson is professor emeritus of mathematics at Rock Valley College in Illinois and has also taught extensively at Rockford College and Beloit College. In addition to this best-selling college algebra resource with Jeffrey Hughes, he has co-authored Gustafson/Karr/Massey's BEGINNING ALGEBRA; INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA; BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA; BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA: A COMBINED APPROACH; and the Tussy/Gustafson and Tussy/Gustafson/Koenig Developmental Mathematics series. His numerous professional honors include Rock Valley Teacher of the Year and Rockford's Outstanding Educator of the Year. He has been very active in the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC) as a Midwest vice president. He has also served as president of IMACC, AMATYC's Illinois affiliate. Professor Gustafson earned a master of arts from Rockford College in Illinois as well as a master of science from Northern Illinois University.

Jeff Hughes

Jeffrey Hughes is Curriculum Coordinator of Mathematics at Hinds Community College (Hinds CC) and holds degrees from Mississippi College and the University of Mississippi. He has been teaching for more than 30 years at Hinds CC. Professor Hughes' favorite courses to teach include college algebra, calculus II and differential equations. He has a passion for mathematics and a heart for student instruction, and he sees teaching as a privilege. Professor Hughes consistently finds new ways to present topics while engaging students and elevating student thinking. In addition to this edition, Professor Hughes has co-authored PRECALCULUS, published by Cengage. He has received Hinds CC’s Outstanding Academic Instructor of the Year Award and Hinds CC’s Phi Theta Kappa’s Teacher of the Year Award twice. He has been honored by the Mississippi Legislature for his commitment to education and has received the HEADWAE award. Professor Hughes is also active in the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC) and has served as a president of its Louisiana-Mississippi affiliate, LaMsMATYC. In addition, he is active in the Mississippi Collegiate Mathematics Association (MCMA) and has served as president of this organization twice. At Hinds CC, he teaches leadership in the Honors Institute. Professor Hughes has worked part-time for more than twenty-five years as a student minister at his church and has spent seven summers teaching English in China.

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NEW LEARN IT MODULES OFFER SCAFFOLDED HELP: Unique Learn It modules address students’ knowledge gaps with just-in-time instruction that meets a diversity of learning styles. These Learn It modules provide immediate, targeted algebra instruction and practice on a specific topic using narrative, videos and tutorials -- all in one place.

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WEBASSIGN OFFERS FLEXIBILITY AT EVERY STEP: You determine the unique learning path based upon the individual student's mastery of prerequisite content with conditional release. You are able to easily customize the algebra learning experience to meet any learning style. Specialized content is specifically designed to strengthen problem solving and critical-thinking skills.
WEBASSIGN DELIVERS THE RIGHT CONTENT AT THE RIGHT TIME: Time-tested, expertly designed content across the corequisite course spectrum fuels a deeper learning of algebraic concepts for all learning styles. Easy course setup simplifies access to all materials in one place. Key resources include eTextbooks, downloadable worksheets, lecture videos, prerequisite Learn It modules and assignments for both credit and prerequisite coursework.
WEBASSIGN IMPROVES AFFORDABILITY WITH ACCESS TO ALL MATERIALS FOR ONE PRICE: Students no longer have to purchase multiple course materials -- everything is in one place for one low price. Corequisite solutions include resources for both the prerequisite and credit course, including two eTextbooks as well as assignments and resources for both paths, all for one price. Students may also choose to subscribe to Cengage Unlimited to access all Cengage courses and textbooks online.
CONSISTENT AUTHOR APPROACH AND TONE HELP STUDENTS MAINTAIN FOCUS: Because prerequisite support is drawn from Karr/Massey/Gustafson's BEGINNING & INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA: A GUIDED APPROACH and the primary COLLEGE ALGEBRA eTextbook is by Gustafson/Hughes, students benefit from a consistent learning approach and author voice. The Gustafson author team for both review and instruction provides a seamless WEBASSIGN learning experience.
MATH SUCCESS TOOLKIT PREPARES STUDENTS FOR ONGOING ACHIEVEMENT IN ALGEBRA AND OTHER COURSEWORK: Math Mindset Modules offer interactive and reflective exercises on relevant topics. Meaningful content examines a growth mindset and counters math anxiety to prepare your students to face challenging math topics. In addition, College Success Modules address non-math obstacles, ranging from study skills to communication skills, to help students strengthen their abilities for continued academic and professional success.
PROVEN, CONSISTENT ASSESSMENTS REINFORCE ALGEBRA CONCEPTS: WEBASSIGN provides a variety of question types to ensure comprehension as students advance. Students work with thought-provoking resources, such as end-of-chapter exercises, Master Its, Video Examples and Tutorial Questions.

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Chapter R. A REVIEW OF BASIC ALGEBRA.
Sets of Real Numbers. Integer Exponents and Scientific Notation. Rational Exponents and Radicals. Polynomials and Additional Properties of Radicals. Factoring. Rational Expressions. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Group Activity: Anesthesiology.
1. EQUATIONS AND INEQUALITIES.
Linear Equations and Rational Equations. Applications of Linear and Rational Equations. Complex Numbers. Quadratic Equations. Applications of Quadratic Equations. Radical Equations and Equations Quadratic in Form. Linear, Compound, Quadratic, and Rational Inequalities. Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Cumulative Review. Group Activity: Health and Body Mass Index.
2. FUNCTIONS AND GRAPHS.
Functions and Functional Notation. Rectangular Coordinate System and Linear Functions. Slope and Its Applications. Writing Equations of Lines. Graphs of Equations and Circles. Proportion and Variation. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Group Activity: Average Velocity.
3. FUNCTIONS.
Graphs of Functions. Transformations of the Graphs of Functions. More on Functions; Piecewise-Defined Functions. Combinations of Functions and Function Composition. Inverse functions. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Cumulative Review. Group Activity: Cryptography and Cybersecurity.
4. POLYNOMIAL AND RATIONAL FUNCTIONS.
Quadratic Functions. Polynomial Functions. Synthetic Division; Remainder and Factor Theorems. Fundamental Theorem of Algebra and Descartes’ Rule Signs. Zeros of Polynomial Functions. Rational Functions. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Group Activity: Polynomial Function Trending.
5. EXPONENTIAL AND LOGARITHMIC FUNCTIONS.
Exponential Functions and Their Graphs. Applications of Exponential Functions. Logarithmic Functions and Their Graphs. Applications of Logarithmic Functions. Properties of Logarithms. Exponential and Logarithmic Equations. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Cumulative Review. Group Activity: Group Activity - Installment Loans.
6. SYSTEMS OF LINEAR EQUATIONS, MATRICES, AND INEQUALITIES.
Systems of Linear Equations. Using Matrices to Solve Systems of Linear Equations. Matrix Operations. Multiplicative Inverses of Matrices and Matrix Equations. Determinants and Cramer's Rule. Partial Fractions. Inequalities and Systems of Inequalities in Two Variables. Linear Programming. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Group Activity: Vacation Budget.
7. CONIC SECTIONS AND SYSTEMS OF NONLINEAR EQUATIONS.
The Circle and the Parabola. The Ellipse. The Hyperbola. Solving Nonlinear Systems of Equations. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Cumulative Review. Group Activity: Suspension Bridges.
8. SEQUENCES, SERIES, INDUCTION AND PROBABILITY.
The Binomial Theorem. Sequences, Series, and Summation Notation. Arithmetic Sequences and Series. Geometric Sequences and Series. Mathematical Induction. Fundamental Counting Principle, Permutations, and Combinations. Introduction to Probability. Chapter Review. Chapter Test. Group Activity: Lottery Mathematics.
APPENDIX I A PROOF OF THE BINOMIAL THEOREM.

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