Math in Society – Practical Mathematics for Everyday Life, Discover how math shapes your world—make smarter decisions and explore fascinating topics.
Course Description
Do you think math is all about complicated formulas and endless algebra? Think again!
Math in Society is a refreshing, real-world approach to mathematics designed for learners who want practical skills, not abstract theory. This course focuses on quantitative literacy—the math you actually use in life, work, and society.
Through engaging examples and hands-on activities, you’ll explore contemporary mathematical topics that impact everyday decisions:
- How do interest rates affect your savings and loans?
- What makes an election fair—or unfair?
- How can you divide resources equitably among people?
- How do companies schedule tasks efficiently?
- How does cryptography keep your data secure?
This isn’t a traditional math class. You won’t be buried in algebra or calculus. Instead, you’ll learn concepts that matter, from finance and probability to graph theory, voting systems, and fractals—all explained in clear, simple language.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Make informed financial decisions using interest, annuities, and loans.
- Analyze data and interpret graphs like a pro.
- Understand voting systems and fairness in elections.
- Apply probability and statistics to everyday scenarios.
- Explore fascinating topics like cryptography, fractals, and historical number systems.
Whether you’re a college student, a professional, or simply someone who wants to boost your math confidence, this course will give you the tools to think critically, solve problems, and make smarter decisions in the real world.
Why This Course Is Different
- Hands-on learning: Apply math to real-life scenarios like budgeting, planning, and decision-making.
- No heavy algebra or calculus: Just the essentials for understanding and using math effectively.
- Engaging topics: From fair elections to fractals and encryption, you’ll see math in action everywhere.
- Critical thinking focus: Learn how to analyze, interpret, and solve problems logically.
- PDF of all lectures and worked examples are available as downloadable resources with the first lecture of each section.
