Author Archives: Jonas Reitz

Final Exam Review – UPDATE

Hi everyone, Attached is an updated version of the review sheet for the final exam. NOTE: The ONLY change is in problem #5 (instead of systems of 3 equations with 3 unknowns, it is about equations of circles). 1275_Final Exam … Continue reading

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OpenLab Assignment #10: Advice for the future

Assignment (due Monday, May 21).  Imagine that you are invited to speak on the first day of MAT 1275, to give advice to entering students.  Write a paragraph responding to one of the following, describing what you would tell them. What do … Continue reading

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OpenLab Assignment #9: Mathematics education in America

If you have reached college-level mathematics, then you have spent a great deal of time in your life immersed in “mathematics education” — that is, you’ve gone to a lot of math classes.  As you may know, there is a … Continue reading

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Exam 4 Review is posted

The review sheet for exam 4 is available here: https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/2012spr-mat1275-reitz/exam-reviews/ As usual, let me know (jreitz@citytech.cuny.edu) if you find an error in the review sheet or answer key.

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OpenLab Assignment 8: Exam 3 Special One-Time Offer

The grades for Exam 3 have been posted on the “Grades” page (see the link in the menu bar above).  The exams will be returned to you on Tuesday, April 17th. One-Time Only Special Offer (Due Tuesday, May 1st).  This … Continue reading

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OpenLab Assignment 7: Mathematics Treasure Hunt

Assignment (due Tuesday, April 17th).  This assignment has two parts — first, take a walk in your neighborhood and take some pictures (the Mathematics Treasure Hunt) .  Then, create a new blog post on the OpenLab about your neighborhood and … Continue reading

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Homework Assignment Day 15: Falling from high places

Due Thursday, 3/29, in class.  Please complete the following three problems related to today’s joint class on falling objects and air resistance.  Detailed notes for today’s lecture are available here, and they include three problems we’d like you to complete … Continue reading

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OpenLab Assignment 6: What does this have to do with anything?

Most people go to college because they are trying to build a better future for themselves.  What job do you hope to get after college?  Imagine you have completed your college degree, and your education and experience have allowed you … Continue reading

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OpenLab Assignment #5: Exam 2 review and WeBWorK update

OpenLab Assignment (Due next Tuesday evening, March 16th).  Your second exam will take place next week.  The review sheet has been posted.  In the interest of making this assignment a help (instead of an extra chore), I’m asking you to post a … Continue reading

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OpenLab Assignment #4: Getting started with WeBWorK

DUE DATE UPDATE 3/4/12: Because WeBWorK has not been available all weekend, your first assignment will NOT be due on Tuesday.  I will extend the deadline by AT LEAST 4 DAYS (possibly more, to be determined).  I will make this … Continue reading

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