Quantitative reasoning represents the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems in a wide
array of authentic contexts and everyday-life situations.
Students will be able to create arguments or algorithms supported by quantitative
evidence and clearly communicate those arguments in a variety of formats (using words, tables,
graphs, mathematical equations, and computer programs as appropriate).
General Education courses that emphasize Quantitative Reasoning should show that they explicitly
teach this essential skill by dedicating class time to quantitative reasoning learning opportunities.
Assignments might include activities that require students to present information in a mathematical
or scientific manner, making use of formulas, graphs, tables, or other representations; look for
prevailing or recurrent patterns; find all possible solutions to a problem; collect data, perform
appropriate analyses, and draw conclusions; or solve application problems related to quantitative reasoning
Solve quantitative problems
• Convert and explain information between mathematical and non-mathematical languages
• Interpret numerical information
• Represent quantitative information in tables, graphs, diagrams, and other displays
• Use quantitative evidence in support of an argument or proposal
• Identify assumptions in quantitative reasoning
✓ Syllabus Requirements
☐ Include at least one CSLO related to quantitative reasoning
☐ Align CSLOs to ILO 7 – Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning
☐ Include a schedule of quantitative reasoning activities and assignments, such as quizzes,
homework, tests, individual/group work, or presentations
☐ Dedicate adequate class-time to quantitative reasoning and problem-solving
☐ Incorporate reflection assignments showing personal growth through quantitative reasoning
☐ Measure and assess quantitative reasoning skills through the administration of quizzes,
tests, homework, lab assignments, etc.
☐ Assign at least 50% of the grade to quantitative reasoning
☐ In the approval process, submit at least one example of a quantitative reasoning assignment
and explain how it will be assessed using the University Quantitative Reasoning R
