TESC does not accept ALEKS Beginning Algebra.

[CollegeStudent7]

...Staying off topic for one more minute, I would like to comment on our lagging math skills.

I totally agree that in K-12, kids should be taught as much math as possible and given the chance to succeed and have a solid mathematical base so that if they choose an undergraduate degree that requires this type knowledge, that they are fully able to perform.

However, even though I agree with TESC's decision to not accept beginning Algebra, I don't think that any more math is really needed, depending on the major. Seriously, who even uses algebra in life? I know that's not necessarily a valid argument, but I've lived 35 years with my basic math skills and never had a problem... in fact, I have a successful career. I felt like the Math CLEP was a good representation of the maximum amount of mathematics that I'll ever need. For someone who is majoring in any sort of liberal arts field, I'm not sure I totally understand needed to know more. I would rather spend my time doing something more interesting and fulfilling like learning another language or reading about different cultures around the world, or perhaps even art history.

I totally agree! I love Math, but I just need to earn the darn credit and get on with this degree lol. I'm not as great at it as I thought. I mean, I don't ever use it, so I guess that would explain why LOL.

The reason I went with ALEKS is because I thought it would be easier thank the College Math CLEP. Now I'm starting to wonder.