Rudbeckia Hirta at Learning Curves breaks down the typical list of 100-level university math courses. Finally, some honest course descriptions!
110 How to Stop Being an Idiot. We have scoured the field of mathematics for topics that do not require more than a vague awareness of algebra or arithmetic -- having always been bad at math is not an excuse for failing this course. Featuring strict deadlines and many low-stakes assignments, emphasis is on reading the textbook, following directions, and knowing the difference between "an educated guess" and "making stuff up".
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