BASIC MATHEMATICS
Math 191AL Spring, 2008
Monday & Wednesday
11:00 1:30
Room: A206
INSTRUCTOR: Jane Ellis
Phone Number: 541-4660, Extension 247
E-MAIL: ELLIS@LTCC.EDU
REQUIRED TEXT: BASIC COLLEGE MATHEMATICS by Tobey & Slater,
Fifth Edition
COURSE
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 course is an extended version of Math 187A in which we will include a component of study skills to assist you in being successful in this math class and others which you will take in the future.
STUDENT LEARNING
OUTCOMES:
The successful student in Mat 191AL will be able to:
1. Perform arithmetic operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
2. Translate written language into mathematical statements.
3. Apply the concepts in the course to real-life situations.
4. Apply study skills learned in this class to studying in this class.
CHECKING YOUR GRADE ONLINE:
To retrieve your grade information online, follow these steps:
Ψ student reports
Ψ Instructor Name: Ellis
Ψ Click on your class: Math 191AL
Ψ Your secret number is on your homework #1
JANES OFFICE HOURS:
Monday 1:30 2:30 (A204)
Monday 3:30 4:00 (MSC-Math Tutoring Center)
Tuesday 4:00 5:00 (A204)
Wednesday 2:00 2:30 (MSC-Math Tutoring Center)
Wednesday 3:00 4:00 (A204)
TUTORING: Tutoring is available in the Math Success Center (MSC) during the following times: M-TH 9:00 am 6:00 pm Fri 10:00 am 4:00 pm Sat 11:00 am 4:00 pm.
ACADEMIC COACHES: These are special tutors in the Math Success Center who assist beginning and intermediate algebra students as their first priority. Cindy is available MW 11:45 - 1:15 and TTH 12-1:30. Steve is available Tu 4:00 6:00, TH 10:00 12:00 & 4:30 6:00, F 10:00 12:30.
GRADING POLICY:
Homework 25 points
Exam #1 60 points
Exam #2 60 points
Study Skills Component 25 points
Final (Covers entire 6-week course content) 100 points
Your letter grade will be based on your percentage of the 270 possible points.
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F less than 60%
Make-up Policy:
For Exams and the Final, make-up is possible, but there is a 10% penalty
if the absence is not excused. Homework will be accepted late for minus
points
for each class meeting that it is late. Each assignment in worth 5 points.
CALCULATOR: Calculators are not allowed in this class.
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) The last day to drop the class with no record is Friday, April 18.
2) The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Monday, April 28.
3) After April 28, 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.
JANES 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 not shortchange the students in this class by setting low standards.
· I will put 100% of my effort into being the best possible teacher for the students in this class.
YOUR COMMITMENT TO THIS CLASS:
HOW TO SUCCEED IN A MATH CLASS:
1) Come to every class meeting.
2) Arrive early, get yourself settled and be ready when class starts. Sit where you won't be distracted.
3) Read each section before it is discussed in class.
4) Do all of the homework.
5) Do some math every day.
6) Start preparing for tests at least a week in advance.
7) Take advantage of tutors and office hours, extra help can make a big difference.
8) Do some review every time you study math.
9) Be willing to ask questions.
10) Take notes.
11) Study in groups and find a study buddy.
Lecture Schedule Math 91AL
EOO means Every Other Odd problem
Date Topic Section Homework Problems
v Do homework for a section before the next section is presented in class. Having a hard time getting started? Promise yourself that after doing math for a half-hour, you can do something else.
April 7 Introduction to the class & syllabus
Understanding Whole Numbers 1.1 #3 - 51 Multiples of 3
Addition of Whole Numbers 1.2 #3 33 EOO, #39 - 51 Multiples of 3, #60
Subtraction of Whole Numbers 1.3 #1 20, #21 - 61 EOO, # 66 - 90 Multiples of 3
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v Introduce yourself to 3 classmates to develop a math support system.
April 9 Multiplication of Whole Numbers 1.4 #1 77 EOO, #81 102 Multiples of 3
Division of Whole Numbers 1.5 #130 All, #31-75 EOO, #78-90 Multiples of 3, #91
Page 62 #1 19 odd
Homework #1: Sections 1.1 1.3 Due Friday, April 11 by 3:00
v Write 5 questions on what you do not understand in this chapter. Plan time to get assistance; then DO IT!
April 14 Exponents & Order of Operations 1.6 #1 6 All, #7 103 EOO, Page 97 #3, 5
Rounding and Estimation 1.7 #2, #3-30 Multiples of 3, #33-81 EOO, #85-90 All
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v Begin today reviewing for your exam next Monday. Do some math everyday.
v Write a practice exam and take it.
April 16 Applied Problems 1.8 #3 33 Multiples of 3, #35, #40 42 All
Understanding Fractions 2.1 #1-37 EOO, #39-48 Multiples of 3, #54
Simplifying Fractions 2.2 #1 85 EOO, #90, #91
Homework #2: Sections 1.4 1.7 Due Friday April 18 by 3:00
Math 191AL Lecture Schedule Continued on the Next Page
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Lecture Schedule Math 191AL (continued)
Date Topic Section Homework Problems
v Every time you do homework from a section, write down 2 problems which could be on the next math exam.
April 21 Exam #1 (Sections 1.1 1.8)
Finish Section 2.2
Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.3 #3 81 EOO, 83, 87, 88
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v When your exam is returned, write your questions on what you do not understand in chapter 1. Plan time to get assistance; then DO IT!
April 23 Multiplication of Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.4 #1 - 45 EOO,
#48 -57 Multiples of 3, #61, #63 Division of Fractions & Mixed Numbers 2.5 #2, #3 39 Multiples of 3,
#41- 69 EOO, #71 81 odd, Pages 152 & 153 #3 39 Multiples of 3
Homework #3: Sections 1.8 2.3 Due Friday April 25 by 3:00
v Review your class notes before beginning your homework. You did take notes didnt you? If not, try it at the next class meeting.
April 28 The Least Common Denominator 2.6 #1 81 EOO
Addition & Subtraction of Fractions 2.7 #1 - 53 EOO, #55 - 53 odd,
#63, #65 70 All
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v Do some fraction word problems every day for the next 7 days (get help if you need it).
April 30 Combining Mixed Numbers & Order of Operations 2.8 #1 41 EOO, #45 51 odd,
#57 75 Multiples of 3
Applied Problems involving Fractions 2.9 #1 23 odd, Page 191 #3
Homework #4: Sections 2.4 2.7 Due Friday May1 by 3:00
Math 191AL Lecture Schedule Continued on the Next Page
Lecture Schedule Math 191AL (continued)
Date Topic Section Homework Problems
v Summarize what you learned in class today.
May 5 Exams #2 (Sections 2.1 2.9)
Decimal Notation 3.1 # 1, #3 63 Multiples of 3, #67
Comparing, Ordering & Rounding Decimals 3.2 #3 66 Multiples of 3, #72
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v Attend class every day on time.
May 7 Finish Section 3.2
Addition & Subtraction of Decimals 3.3 #1 49 EOO, #53 67 odd, #75, #80
Multiplication of Decimals 3.4 #3 57 Multiples of 3, #61, #63
Homework #5: Sections 2.8 3.2 Due Friday May 9 by 3:00
v Begin going over old exams to prepare for the final. Write a practice final.
May 12 Review for Final Exam
(Suggested Pages 201 & 202 #1 30 All)
(Suggested Pages 263 &264 #1 26 All)
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May 14 Final Exam for Math 191AL (Chapters 1 & 2, and Sections 3.1 3.4)
This is the day that you will successfully complete Math 191AL . ONGRATUALTIONS!
Be sure that you are registered for Math 187B which begins next week.