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Division of College Readiness and Mathematics 1 Computerized Modular Mathematics CMM Spring 2012 Syllabus MATH 1314 - 4085, 3 Credit Hours INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Kirchner EMAIL: [email protected] CLASSROOM: PG - 118 T/TH 9:30 – 10:50 Department Website: http://www.eastfieldcollege.edu/as/Math/index.asp INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION My preferred method of contact is e-mail. Please keep in mind that it is against the law (FERPA) for me to discuss grades with you via phone or email. See me in person if you need to discuss your personal academic progress or grades in this course. COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is a study of relations and functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and special functions. Other topics include complex numbers, systems of equations and inequalities, theory of equations, progressions,, the binomial theorem, proofs, and applications. PREREQUISITE Two years of high school algebra and an appropriate assessment score or Developmental Mathematics 0099. COURSE INTRODUCTION You have enrolled in a Computerized Modular Mathematics (CMM) class. In CMM, you will work through individualized computer-based modules with the support and guidance of an instructor and a tutor. You will receive both one-to-one assistance and full group instruction. You can always work ahead, however, deadlines will be enforced. Don’t fall behind.Division of College Readiness and Mathematics 2 COURSE MATERIALS - Textbooks NOT required - My Math Lab Access Code purchase required - Textbook: College Algebra, Fifth Edition, Blitzer, 2010. ISBN: 0-321-55983-5 - Website: http://pearsonmylabandmastering.com/ Course ID: kirchner29767 - Students must provide their own personal headphones for watching instructional videos during class - A graphing calculator is required for this course. You may choose your own graphing calculator model; however, TI 83 or TI 84 version is strongly preferred. Graphing calculators may not be allowed during some examinations. GRADING RATIONALE A: 90-100%; B: 80-89%; C: 70-79%; D: 60-69% F: below 70% GRADING POLICY Your grade will be determined as follows: Category Percentage Attendance and Participation* 10% Homework & Quizzes 20% Module Tests (4 tests) 40% Final Exam 30% *All students must achieve a minimum of 70% in this area to pass this course. INSTRUCTIONAL COMPONENTS This course is divided into modules. The components of each module are described below. Part 1: Pretest (optional) – To begin a module, you must either take a pretest or have your instructor manually input a score of 0 for that pretest. - Cover all module objectives - Topics mastered are omitted from homework - Grade omitted from course average - Taken during designated class time or in testing center - Late submission not allowed Step 2: Video – Video lecture introduces each section of module - Must be accessed before each homework assignment - Grade omitted from course average - Can be viewed outside of class - Can be accessed after due date - Headphones requiredDivision of College Readiness and Mathematics 3 Step 3: Homework – Consists of ten problems from each section - Problem can be repeated until mastered – select “Similar Exercise” after each 3rd incorrect attempt - All “Help” buttons available - Can be accessed after due date - Late problems penalized 10% - Must be in “Homework,” not “Review” mode to save progress - Problems saved individually - Can be completed outside of class - 80% mastery required to proceed to next topic Step 4: Quiz – Consists of 10 problems that summarize multiple sections - Problem can be repeated until mastered – select “Similar Exercise” after each 3rd incorrect attempt - “Help” buttons not available - Can be accessed after due date - Late problems penalized 10% - Must be in “Homework,” not “Review” mode to save progress - Problems saved individually - Can be completed outside of class - 80% mastery required to proceed to next topic Step 5: Test Review (optional) – Helps prepare students for module test - Must be accessed before proceeding to module test - Score omitted from student grades - Can be accessed after due date - Can be completed outside of class Step 6: Test – Assesses student understanding of module - Completed during designated class time or in testing center - Follow testing procedures - Reviewed by student only immediately after submission - Late submission not allowed Step 7: Test Remediation (if necessary) – Practice skills not mastered - Contains only problems not mastered in module test - Each problem not mastered creates 3 similar remediation problems - Score omitted from student grades - 80% mastery required to access 2nd test attempt - Can be completed outside of classDivision of College Readiness and Mathematics 4 Step 8: 2nd Test Attempt (if necessary) – Retest module concepts - Administered by testing center or in class during non-lecture class period at instructor’s discretion - Follow testing procedures - Reviewed by student only immediately following submission - Lower Score (1st or 2nd attempt) omitted following 2nd attempt Step 9: Test Remediation II (if necessary) – Practice skills not mastered - Homework assignment containing only problems not mastered in 2nd module test attempt - Each problem not mastered creates 3 similar remediation problems - Score omitted from student grades - 90% mastery required to access 3rd test attempt Step 10: 3rd Test Attempt (if necessary) – Final test attempt permitted - Administered by testing center or in class during non-lecture class period at instructor’s discretion - Follow testing procedures - Reviewed by student only immediately following submission - Lowest test attempt scores are omitted FINAL EXAM After you have mastered all modules, you will be prepared to take your comprehensive final exam. Final Exam Policies: - Bring scantron, pencil and eraser - Written exam, not computer based - Must be completed independently during scheduled final exam time - Administered in testing center if course is completed early - No remediation option - One attemptDivision of College Readiness and Mathematics 5 MINI LECTURES Your instructor will conduct 20 minute mini-lectures in room C313. These brief lessons will reinforce topics covered in video lectures


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