Math Success
Math
191U
Winter, 2004
Monday
4:00 – 5:50
Room
B107
2 units
INSTRUCTOR:
Jane Ellis
PHONE
NUMBER:
541-4660, Extension 247
E-MAIL:
ELLIS@LTCC.EDU
OFFICE
LOCATION: A204
REQUIRED
TEXT:
Managing the Mean Math Blues
By Cheryl Ooten
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Welcome our first Math Success
class here at LTCC.
We are all in this together to help you in being successful in the math
class that you are currently attending. In
particular, this course is designed to assist you in learning mathematics
through the development of successful study skills and exam taking methods.
We will address learning styles, how to read a math book, completing
homework assignments, how to take notes and exams, time management, and
techniques for overcoming math anxiety.
RECOMMENDED
COREQUISITE:
Enrollment in a math class.
OFFICE
HOURS:
Monday ....................................... 12:30 – 1:30 (A204)
Tuesday.......................................... 3:00 – 4:00 (A204)
Wednesday..................................... 12:30 – 1:30 (A204)
Wednesday..................................... 4:00 – 5:00 (Gateway
Math Center)
Thursday......................................... 6:00 – 7:00 (A204)
GRADING POLICY: This course is offered for a grade of Credit or No Credit.
There are 10 class meetings and you must attend at least 7 of them to
pass the class. Attendance and
class participation are mandatory to this class.
OVER
HOMEWORK: Homework
will consist of readings from your textbook and handouts from other sources.
It will also involve trying out techniques that we discuss in this class
in your math class.
JANE’S
COMMITMENT TO THIS CLASS:
·
I
will check the earlier part of my day at the door when I enter the classroom,
and I will give this class 100% of my attention while we are meeting.
·
I
will come to class well prepared.
·
I
will be here on time.
·
I
will listen and seek to understand what is being said.
·
I
will put 100% of my effort into assisting you in passing your current math class
and any that may follow.
LEARNING DISABILITIES:
If you have a certifiable learning disability that may affect your
performance in this class, be sure to discuss your special needs with Jane
during the first week of class. Learning
disabilities will be accommodated
REGISTRATION:
1.
You must register for this class at the Office of Admissions and Records.
2.
The last day to drop the class with no record is Friday, January 30.
3.
The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, March
5.
4.
After March 5, if you are enrolled, you will receive one of the following
grades: A B
C D F
or I
(Incomplete, is only allowed in special
cases).
In
this class, it is your responsibility to drop the class in order to avoid a
grade. You must go to the registrar
by the above dates to avoid a grade from option three or four.
SCHEDULE
Jan. 5
Go over syllabus and schedule
Introductions
Brainstorm-what do you want?
Short Term Goals (Page 105 of textbook)
Note Taking
Homework
#1:
Read Chapters 2 & 10 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Jan. 12
Before, During and After Math Class
Test Prep & Test Taking-Part I
Homework
#2:
Read Chapters 15 & 17 up to page 204 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Jan. 19
Martin Luther King Holiday
Jan. 26
Time Management
Asking Questions
Homework
#3:
Read Chapter 11 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
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Feb. 2
Math Anxiety Video: “Math! A Four Letter Word”
Relaxation Techniques (guest speaker): Wear
comfortable clothes
Homework
#4:
Read Chapters 3 & 4 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Feb. 9
Dealing with Math Frustration
Intervention Strategies for Negative Thoughts
Post-Test Analysis
Homework
#5:
Read Chapters 5 & 6 of textbook and “Refocus after the Exam” in Chapter
17 (pages 204-206).
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Schedule
continued on next page
Schedule
(continued)
Feb. 16
Washington’s Birthday Holiday
Feb. 23
Learning Styles
Learning Modes
Homework
#6:
Read Chapters 7 & 8 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Mar. 1
Creative Problem Solving
Test Prep-Part II
Homework
#7:
Read Chapter 16 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Mar. 8
Memory Techniques
Webbing-A Visual Method of Organizing or Brainstorming Ideas
Homework
#8:
Read Chapters 13 & 14 of textbook
In the next week, try at least 3 ideas that you heard in class today and
be prepared to report back to the class next week on how it went.
Mar. 15
How We Learn
Who Can Do Math?
How Math is Different From Other Courses
Homework
#9:
Read Chapter 9 of textbook
Write a summary of what you have learned in the last 11 weeks that
has assisted you in being successful in a math class.
Mar. 22
Where to from here?
Your plan for future math classes