ABOUT MATH 3

The goal of Math 3 is the learner's successful application of problem-solving techniques to a solid core of secondary math fundamentals. Math 3 is appropriate for libraries, community colleges, vocational schools, adult basic education programs, correctional facilities, alternative schools, workplace education programs, and basic skills programs in other settings. The series is designed for individual use. Homever, the series offers explanations of fundamental concepts that can serve as an introduction to group instruction when this is desirable.

The Video Component

Math 3 has at its base the Math portion of KET's GED-on-TV. The series focuses on several young adults in an adult education mathematics class. The video follows these students as they recognize and apply principles of mathematics in their world outside the classroom. The series received the Wilbur Schramm Award of Excellence for instructional television.

The Multimedia Components

Ten multimedia books composed of three to six chapters each
Hundreds of screens of instruction that blend information in text, graphics, and segments of instructional video
Five hours of instructional video incorporated within the ten books
Hundreds of test questions and interactive exercise questions with feedback

Online tools:     calculator   
                  English dictionary with Spanish translation
                  thesaurus
                  instructional text narration

Automatic record keeping of test and exercise scores as well as time in books

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN MATH 3

Book 1 - Writing Fractions
Express a part of a whole as a fraction.
Find fractions on number iines.
Add or subtract fractions.
Add or subtract mixed numbers.
Book 2 - Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Add fractions with numerators of 1.
Add fractions with unlike denominators.
Subtract common fractions.
Use the general case method to add or subtract fractions.
Book 3 - Mixed Numbers
Interpret quantities represented on a number line.
Convert improper fractions to mixed numbers, and vice versa.
Regroup whole numbers and mixed numbers.
Estimate sums of mixed numbers.
Add and subtract mixed numbers.
Apply knowledge of fractions to everyday problems.
Book 4 - Fraction Review
Interpret fractions as parts of a whole, as division, and as ratios.
Apply another method to add and subract mixed numbers.
Find the circumference of a circle using the ratio pi.
Book 5 - Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
Recognize basic math terminology.
Multiply and divide one fraction by another.
Multiply and divide a whole number by a fraction.
Multiply and divide by mixed numbers.
Solve word problems.
Book 6 - Simplifying Fractions
Use cancellation to simplify fraction problems.
Apply additional methods for multiplying and dividing fractions and mixed numbers.
Find reciprocals of numbers.
Use reciprocals to simplify compound fractions.
Book 7 - Decimals and Graphs
Write fractions as decimals.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals.
Interpret pie charts, line graphs, and bar graphs.
Use graphs to find information.
Book 8 - Ratio and Proportion
Determine when fractions are equivalent.
Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions.
Convert decimals to percents and percents to decimals.
Solve for unknowns in problems involving the four basic operations.
Book 9 - Percentage Problems I
Apply the basic formula for finding percent.
Apply formulas to find the part, the whole, or the percent.
Apply knowledge of percent formula to solve everyday problems.
Book 10 - Percentage Problems II
Apply formula for calculating property taxes and assessed value.
Apply formula for calculating interest, principal, rate, and time.
Apply formula for calculating discounts and markups.