Dear Colleagues,
I am excited to announce that Flat World Knowledge (FWK) has just published a new textbook, Intermediate Algebra.
In order to combat soaring textbook prices, I have written this textbook in a modular fashion to maximize its effectiveness as an open educational resource. It is available under a creative commons license, has been thoroughly peer-reviewed, and is customizable using the “Make It Your Own” MIYO system. This textbook is the second part of a two-part course in Algebra. It builds on the skills learned in Elementary Algebra and blends the traditional and graphical approaches to the subject.
- Chapter 1: Algebra Fundamentals
- Chapter 2: Graphing Functions and Inequalities
- Chapter 3: Solving Linear Systems
- Chapter 4: Polynomial and Rational Functions
- Chapter 5: Radical Functions and Equations
- Chapter 6: Solving Equations and Inequalities
- Chapter 7: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
- Chapter 8: Conic Sections
- Chapter 9: Sequences, Series, and the Binomial Theorem
Used as a standalone textbook, Intermediate Algebra offers plenty of review as well as something new to engage the student in each chapter. With robust and diverse exercise sets, students have the opportunity to solve plenty of practice problems. In addition, students might appreciate the embedded video examples.
I am happy to be a part of the solution to the current rising costs associated with one of our essential developmental math courses. Compare this textbook to other open source algebra projects and you will find that FWK did a great job. The free to read online version makes use of MathJax and images to present the material where the Firefox web browser is recommended. In addition, the e-textbook and printed versions are available for purchase through the Flat World Knowledge website.
Please feel free to distribute this link to your students and colleagues. I truly believe that it will be a valuable resource. Also, feel free to email me with any suggestions or ideas.
Thank You,
John Redden, Professor of Mathematics
johnr@cos.edu
jtredden@gmail.com
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