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MAT 152A – BEGINNING ALGEBRA (Part I) Fall 2009
INSTRUCTOR:
Helen Shen PHONE:
530-541-4660, Extension 364 E-MAIL:
shen@ltcc.edu OFFICE HOURS: Room A204
Mon. & Wed.
Tues. & Thurs.
LTCC MATH PAGE:
http://www.ltcc.edu/academics.asp?scatID=5&catID=34 TEXTBOOK (OPTIONAL):
Beginning and Intermediate Algebra,
by Martin-Gay, Fourth Edition Required
Software License: It is
required to have a software license to use the software MyMathLab in this
class. Students have two choices.
The first
choice is to purchase the
textbook from the bookstore. The textbook comes with the software license
for an additional cost of approximately $5. The
second choice is to purchase
the license alone either from the bookstore or online at coursecompass.com.
The license gives you access to the textbook online. This is a more
economical choice, but is only recommended to students who have online access
and feel comfortable reading a computer screen instead of a traditional book.
If you purchase a used textbook, you will also need to purchase the software
license. This software license
will also be good for Math 152B, Math 152BB, Math 154A & Math 154AA at no extra
cost. The software license is valid as long as the student uses the same
textbook; the student may need to call the tech support to obtain another access
code if the student takes the same class again later.
Our course id is
shen49116
For assistance
call 1-800-677-6337.
Mon – Fri
Online assistance is available 24 hours every day at:
247pearsoned.custhelp.com COUSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will study the basic concepts of algebra. Topics include the
real numbers their properties, solving linear equations and inequalities, the
four basic operations with polynomials, graphing linear functions and
inequalities in two variables, properties of exponents and introduction to
functions. STUDENT LEARNING 1. Solve linear equations and inequalities. OUTCOMES:
2.
Define and employ terminology and arithmetic relating to polynomials in one
variable.
3.
Determine the equation and graph a line given information about the line.
4.
Manipulate expressions with integral exponents.
5.
Apply course topics to real-world situations. PREREQUISITE:
A grade of C or better in Math 187B or
equivalent; or a satisfactory score on Mathematics Assessment Test.
GRADING POLICY:
Method of Student Evaluation
Homework (28 sections at 5 points each)
140 points
Quizzes* (Five at 20 points each)
100 points
Exams* (Three at 120 points each)
360 points
Final (Covers entire course content)
200 points
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 800 possible
points.
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
less than 60% CHECKING YOUR GRADE ONLINE:
To retrieve your grade information online, follow these steps: Ř
Student reports Ř
Instructor Name: Shen Ř
Click on your class: Math 152A Ř
Your secret number is on your Exam #1
HOMEWORK:
Homework will be done online using MyMathLab. Due dates are listed
for you when you go on line to do the assignments.
Feel free to consult a fellow classmate, a tutor, your instructor, or
anyone else for assistance on the homework. In addition, the computer will give
you help with any problem, show you an example of a similar problem, and in some
cases show you a video of someone teaching how to do that type of problem.
You can work on homework after the due date but there are penalties for
being late (see the make-up policy below).
QUIZZES:
Quizzes will be taken online in MyMathLab. Before you take the quiz, make
sure that you have done the homework for the sections covered in the quiz, read
the appropriate sections in the textbook, looked at the video(s), and received
assistance from either the computer, a tutor, or your instructor on any
difficult topics. If you do not take a quiz on time, a zero will be
recorded for that grade.
EXAM POLICY:
Grading will be based
on progress towards the final answer, and the demonstration of understanding of
the concept that is being tested. The more you show me with steps and detail,
the better your chances for partial credit. You provide me the
communication and detail in your answers; and I will give you the best grade I
can based on that communication and answer. You can use one page of notes, front
and back, for chapter exams and final. MAKE-UP POLICY:
For Exams and the Final,
make-up is possible if the instructor is contacted in advance and the absence is
excuse; there is a 10% penalty if the absence is not excused. The make-up test
needs to be taken before the next class. The absence is excused for medical
emergencies with the doctor’s note. You have a full week to do your quizzes, do
not procrastinate; there is no make-up
for quizzes. Homework will
be accepted late up to one week after it is assigned for half credit. COMMUNICATION
You
can communicate with me either by coming to class or office hours, sending POLICY:
an
e-mail, or calling on the phone. I will respond to your e-mails in a timely
manner, and I will do my best to return your calls (you need to make sure
to leave your number clearly). If you miss the class, it is your responsibility
to pick up the class handouts or obtain the information either from your
classmates or from me during the office hours.
I
have students work together to help each other. Please feel free to ask me
directly if you like to work with me one-on-one.
·
Please come see me if you do not understand my policies.
·
Since English is my secondary language, please
be sure to ask
me if you have any difficulty to understand math due to my accent. I will be
happy to clarify. CALCULATORS:
Calculators
are not allowed in this class on exams or the final. LEARNING
If you have a learning disability,
be sure to discuss your special needs with me DISABILITIES:
during the first week of class.
Learning disabilities will be accommodated. TUTORING:
Tutoring is available in the Math Success Center (MSC) in Room 201.
Students will earn 0.5 point toward
the total grade for every 10 hours in MSC or DRC. However, if any student misses
more than three classes, no lab credit will be granted. HOW TO SUCCEED
1)
Read your textbook before class. IN A MATH CLASS: 2) Choose to attend all class periods and be on time. 3)
Exchange
names and phone number with classmates.
4) Learn from your mistakes and be
patient with yourself.
5) Don’t be afraid of asking questions.
6) Know how to get help if you need it.
7) Organize your class materials.
8) Do your homework.
9) Check
your work.
10) Hand in assignments on time. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY (CHEATING):
Academic dishonesty of any form will not be tolerated.
Students caught cheating on exams or quizzes will receive a score of zero on the
assignment for the first offense and a course grade of F for the second offense. Cheating will be defined as but not limited to: (1) using any method to copy another’s work on an exam, quiz, or final (2) directly copying another student’s homework assignment (3) using any method other than your own honest efforts to complete exams, quizzes, the final, or homework assignments. The following activities are NOT cheating: (1) collaborating with other students to complete homework assignments (2) working with math tutors or academic coaches to complete homework assignments (3) working with other students to study for exams, quizzes or the final. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: If you need help paying for your books or other expenses, call our financial aid officer, America Ramirez, at 541-4660 x236, email her at Ramirez@ltcc.edu, or drop by A100.
Tentative Lecture Schedule for Math 152AA
Be
sure to use class time, office hours, and the MSC to get all of your questions
answered.
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