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MAT187B – BASIC ARITHMETIC
Fall 2009
INSTRUCTOR:
Alexander Manov
PHONE:
530-541-4660, Extension 527
E-MAIL:
manov@ltcc.edu
OFFICE HOURS:
Tuesday
LTCC MATH PAGE:
http://www.ltcc.edu/academics.asp?scatID=5&catID=34
TEXTBOOK (OPTIONAL):
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. 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
manov89559
For assistance
call 1-800-677-6337, Mon – Fri 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM & Sunday 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Online assistance is available 24 hours every day at: 247pearsoned.custhelp.com
COUSE DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this course is to teach
students the skills of basic Arithmetic. In reality, you have probably
already seen this material somewhere in your educational past but may have
forgotten it or never really understood it when it was first presented. In
this class, our goal is to fill in the gaps of your knowledge about arithmetic
and to help you get the “big picture” so that it will all fit together in a way
which makes sense to you and that you are able to apply it to “real life”
problems.
This class covers decimals, percents, and an introduction to algebra.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Solve problems involving decimals, percents and beginning algebra.
2. Translate written statements in to mathematical statements.
3. Apply the topics of Basic Arithmetic (Part II) to real life situations.
GRADING POLICY:
Method of Student Evaluation, MAT 187B
Homework (22 sections at 5 points each)
110 points
Exams (Two at 100 points each)
200 points
Final (Covers entire course content)
140 points
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 450 possible points
for MAT187B.
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
less than 60%
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.
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.
COMMUNICATION POLICY:
You can communicate with me either by coming to class or office hours, sending
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.
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Please come see me if you do not understand my policies.
CALCULATORS:
Calculators are not allowed in this class on exams or the final.
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 me during the first
week of class. Learning disabilities will be accommodated.
TUTORING:
Tutoring is available in the Math Success Center (MSC) in Room 201.
HOW TO SUCCEED
IN A MATH CLASS:
1)
Read your textbook before 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 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 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 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 187B
Be sure to use class time, office hours, and the MSC to get all of your
questions answered.
This is the day that you will successfully complete Math 187B…. CONGRATULATIONS! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||