Math Autobiography

Directions. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling and grammar. ALL assignments must be in 5-paragraph APA essay format. Sources must be cited in APA format as well. Your response should be double-spaced; refer to the Assignment Format PDF attachment for specific format requirements.

For this assignment, you are to write a ONE 5- paragraph APA style essay regarding history of your math education.

·         Employ correct rules of sentence composition, grammar, and mechanics of style.

·         Use at least two references.  Each reference must use a quoted passage and be appropriately cited to avoid plagiarism.

·         Include a reference list at the end of the essay.

·         Turn in at least two full pages of writing, 12-pt. Times Roman, double-spaced.

·         Pay attention to spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

·         Use this basic outline:

I. Introduction

II. Body

    A. body paragraph 1

    B. Body paragraph 2

    C. Body paragraph 3

III. Conclusion

IV. References (this is a separate page)

Part A Write Your Personal “Math Autobiography”

Use 3 or more of the conceptual questions below to guide your writing for Body Paragraph 1:

§  What are your best descriptions of both positive and/or negative experiences that influence how you feel about learning math? It is okay to be serious or funny!

§  What is your overall attitude towards math and why do you think you feel the way you do?

§  How did your family, friends, teachers, and other people influence your feelings about math?

§  How confident are you in your math skills? If you lack confidence, what do you think you can do to improve?

§  How do you feel about seeking help with math? Have you ever been tutored in math? How was your experience?

Part B       View this video – We Use Math – Introduction - https://youtu.be/aYIv4jggQJc

Write About Your Career and Math

Use 2 or more of the conceptual questions below to guide your writing for Body Paragraph 2 about your career and using math:

·         What math class or classes will you take for your major?

·         How can math be used in your career?

·         How can math be used in your daily life?

Part C        Brush up on your math skills using the following:

       Access the FREE EdReady       (https://edready.org/home;jsessionid=1948F87F8B74BF66C4D409A6FE0389BF) site to review basic math concepts.

Write about your experience using EdReady.

Write about your experience using EdReady. Use 2 of the conceptual questions below to guide your writing for Body Paragraph 3:

·         Was EdReady helpful?

·         Was the site easy to navigate?

Grading Rubric

Please refer to the rubric below for the grading criteria for this assignment.