MAT-421 · Contemporary Mathematics
MAT-421 Contemporary Mathematics introduces students to practical and conceptual mathematics for real-life applications and liberal arts study. Using OpenStax's Contemporary Mathematics text, students explore logic, number theory, personal finance, probability, statistics, geometry, and voting theory. The course emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving over rote calculation, making mathematics meaningful and accessible. As part of the CLAA's classical program, this course prepares students for college-level reasoning and analysis while reinforcing the relevance of mathematical knowledge in civic, personal, and philosophical contexts.