Core Objective Definition
Empirical and Quantitative Skills (EQS) - manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
Web Sites
- Crossroads in Mathematics: Standards for Introductory College Mathematics Before CalculusFrom the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges. Might be relevant to development of the 1000/2000 level mathematics courses included in the revised core.
- Beyond Crossroads: Implementing Mathematics Standards in the First Two Years of CollegeFrom the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges
- Guidelines for Programs and Departments in Undergraduate Mathematical SciencesFrom the Mathematical Association of America
- Statistical LiteracyIntroduces items related to the goals of the W. M. Keck Statistical Literacy Project: to develop statistical literacy as an interdisciplinary curriculum in the liberal arts.
Assessment
- Inquiry and Analysis VALUE RubricAAC&U rubric for assessing inquiry and analysis skills; preview only
Relevant Article Databases
- ERIC (EBSCO) This link opens in a new window
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Selected full text for journal articles (EJ references) and Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) documents (ED references)
- Professional Development Collection (Education) This link opens in a new window
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Selected full text articles from journals and trade magazines for educators
