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MATHEMATICS FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Math 109
Spring, 2010
Monday &
Wednesday
Room: A211
5 units
INSTRUCTOR:
Jane Ellis
PHONE NUMBER:
541-4660, Extension 247
OFFICE:
A204
E-MAIL:
ELLIS@LTCC.EDU
TEXTBOOK:
Mathematical Reasoning for Elementary Teachers, Fifth Edition by
Long, DeTemple, and Millman
Required Software License:
It is required to have a license to use the software MyMathLab in this
class and students have two choices.
The first
choice is to purchase the textbook packaged with MyMathLab from
the bookstore or some other source. 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 you will need access to the
Our course id is
ellis59251.
For
assistance call 1-800-677-6337 which is available:
Mon –
Fri
Online
assistance is available 24 hours every day at: 247pearsoned.custhelp.com
COURSE
DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed for prospective elementary and middle school
teachers. Emphasis is placed on the
mathematical knowledge needed for teaching in grades as high as eighth.
We will focus on conceptual understanding of the topics including WHY
things work and why other things do not work.
The depth of your basic skills in math will be increased during this
course as you participate in solving problems and performing operations in a
number of different ways. There will
also be a pedagogical focus including using a variety of teaching and learning
styles through out the course including manipulatives, investigations, written
projects, discussion questions, small group activities, and appropriate use of
technology. In addition, I hope that
you will leave the class excited about teaching math to others.
OVER
HOMEWORK:
Homework will be done in two main ways:
1) The mechanics 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 can be penalties if
you are chronically late.
2) Problems involving deeper thinking will be done in small groups
meeting primarily during class times so
consistent attendance is important.
The small groups will change from time to time so you will have the
opportunity to work with a variety of people and to experience a wide variety of
abilities and learning styles. QUIZZES: Quizzes covering the mechanics of the concepts 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.
Make-up Policy:
For Exams and the Final,
make-up is possible if the instructor is
contacted in advance and the absence is excused; there is a
10% penalty for each day you are late if the absence is not excused.
You have a full week to do your quizzes, do not procrastinate; there is
no make-up for quizzes.
Group homework will not be
accepted late but one assignment will be dropped at the end of the quarter.
TUTORING:
Tutoring is available in the Math Success Center (MSC) in Room 201.
The lab is open M – Th 9 – 6, Fri 10 – 2, Sat 11 – 1.
There are also computers here for you to use when you do your work in
MyMathLab if you do not have your own computer.
JANE’S OFFICE
HOURS:
My office is in room A204.
Monday - Thursday.................
*I am of course also available after class
CALCULATOR:
Students must have a graphing or scientific calculator
and
be sure to bring it to class.
PREREQUISITE: A grade of C or better in Math 154A,
Mat 154AA, or equivalent; or a satisfactory score on Mathematics Assessment
Test.
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 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.
GRADING POLICY:
MATH 109:
Method of Student Evaluation
Homework done online
10%
Homework done in small groups
15%
Mathematical Autobiography
3%
Essay & Oral Report
7%
Quizzes (will
be done online)
8%
Exam #1 (will be done in class) 16%
Exam #2 (will be done in class) 16%
Final (will be done in class)
25%
Grades will be determined by the following percentages:
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
less than 60%
CHECKING YOUR
GRADE ONLINE: You can check your grade at any time in MyMathLab where you
will be doing quizzes and some of your homework; click on the “Gradebook” tab
two below the “Do Homework” tab.
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.
Use either the
online or traditional
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.
WHERE TO FIND
A COMPUTER ON CAMPUS:
Computers are available for your use in the following locations on
campus:
v
v
v
There are open labs Mon. – Th. in the D-wing which have available
times posted by the door of each lab.
* Both the LAC and the MSC are in room 201.
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.
ACADEMIC
DISHONESTY (CHEATING):
Cheating will be defined as but not limited to:
(1) using any
method to copy an other’s work on an exam, quiz, or final
(2) having someone else to
all or part of your 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.
Disciplinary actions for cheating in this class: Cheating will result in a grade of zero on the item on which the cheating occurred. The worst thing about cheating, however, is compromising your character for such a small reward.
LEARNING DISABILITIES:
If you have a certified learning disability that may affect your
performance in this class, be sure to discuss your special needs with Jane.
Learning disabilities will be accommodated.
STUDENT OUTCOMES: The successful Mat 109 student will be able to:
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, April 30.
3.
The last day to drop the class for a "W" grade is Friday, May 21.
4. After May 21, 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.
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SCHEDULE
Do at
least some of the 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 5........
Introduction to Class
*********
v
Introduce yourself to 3 classmates to develop a math support
system. April 7 All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday,
April 16 at The
group assignment #1 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, April 15 at
Quiz #1 (Sections 1.1 & 1.2) is due by Friday, April 16 at
v
Attend class every day on time.
April 12
*********
April 14
All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday,
April 23 at The
group assignment #2 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, April 22 at
Quiz #2 (Sections
) is due by Friday, April 16 at
OVER
Schedule Continued
v
If you
need extra help, plan time to get assistance; then DO IT!
April 19
Mathematical Autobiography is due today (April 19)
v
Every time you do homework from a section, write down 2 problems
which could be on the next math exam.
Use them to make a practice test.
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April 21
All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday,
April 30 at The
group assignment #3 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, April 29 at
Quiz #3 (Sections
) is due by Friday, April 30 at
v
Review your class notes before beginning your homework.
You did take notes didn’t you?
If not, try doing it at the next class meeting.
April 26
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April 28
All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday, May
7 at The
group assignment #4 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, May 6 at
Quiz #4 (Sections
) is due by Friday, May 7 at
v
Do some math everyday.
May 3
********* May 5 All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday, May
14 at The
group assignment #5 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, May 13 at
No Quiz due May 14 because of Exam next week
Schedule Continued
May 10
Review for Exam #1
********* May 12 Exam #1 Remember that homework from sections covered last week is due: All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday, May
14 at The
assignment #5 for all sections
covered this week is due Thursday,
May 13 at
New Groups
This Week (they will begin with assg. #6)
v
Write some questions on anything you do not understand.
Plan time to get assistance
May 17
********* May 19
Essay from Educational Journal is due (May
19). All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday, May
28 at The
group assignment #6 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, May 27 at
Quiz #5 (Sections
) is due by Friday, May 28 at
v
If you are not already doing math everyday, start doing so
TODAY…only 4 weeks to go!
May 24
********* May 26 All sections covered this week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday, June
4 at The
group assignment #7 for all
sections covered this week is due
Thursday, June 3 at
Quiz #6 (Sections
) is due by Friday, June 4 at OVER
New Groups
This Week (they will begin with assg. #7) v Summarize what you learned in class today.
May 31
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
********* June 2 Sections covered this week will be combined with sections covered June 7 to make group assignment #8 which will be the last one. Remember that work covered last week is due this week: All sections covered last week in class
are due in MyMathLab by Friday, June
4 at The
group assignment #7 for all
sections covered last week is due
Thursday, June 3 at
Quiz #6 (Sections
) is due by Friday, June 4 at v Everything your review for Exam #2 will also help you prepare for the final exam..
June 7
********* June 9.... Review for Exam #2 All sections covered June 2 & 7 are due
in MyMathLab by
Wed., June 14 at The
group
assignment #8 for all sections covered this week is due
Wed, June 16 at
No Quiz due June 18 because of exam next week.
v
Begin going over notes and homework assignments to prepare for the
final exam..
June 14.......
Exam #2
********* June 16....... Review for Final
June 21.......
Cumulative
Final Exam
This is the day that you successfully complete Math 109.
CONGRATULATIONS! |