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Welcome MATH Fall 2012 MW: 3-4:15 pm 132 Lloyd Hall Instructor: Dr. Larry Bowen

Future Courses Math 110 is a Terminal Course It is absolutely imperative that you understand that Math 110 is NOT a prerequisite for any other math class! If you need to take Math 112 (or might change to a major that requires Math 112), but did not place into that course, you should drop Math 110 now and take Math 100 instead, then Math 112, etc.

Course Requirements correspondence your instructor: Instructor will you at your crimson address. Check this account regularly! Your own scientific calculator for use in class, on assignments, and on tests Non-graphing, non-programmable, non-cell phone Clicker for use in each class. Access Code for course software.

Clickers You will be required to have a Turning Technologies Response Unit (or “clicker”) in class with you every day for Recording attendance Participation in class Clickers may be purchased at a campus book store. If you already have a clicker for another class, that will work for this class too.

Must you have a clicker for this course? 1. Yes 2. No

Access Codes Every student must have a MyLabsPlus access code. Comes packaged with the textbook or may be purchased separately The code gives you access to an online textbook, video lectures, examples of assignments and many more useful tools to help you be successful in this course. Students repeating Math 110 must go to the MTLC to get a new code. You do NOT need to purchase a new access code. Temporary code available in software for 21 days.

Course Grades Grades will be assigned in this course. Possible grades in this course are A, B, C (+/-) or NC. A grade of NC means you receive no credit for this course. You must take the course again, but an NC does not affect your GPA. The last day to withdraw from the course is Wednesday, 10/31. No withdrawals will be given after this date.

Course Grades Class Attendance (1.5 pts per class) 39 pts Lab (MTLC) Attendance (1.5 pts per week) 21 pts Homework average 150 pts Quiz average 150 pts Study Plan40 pts 4 tests (150 points each) 600 pts TOTAL1000 pts Students must earn a minimum of 700 points to successfully pass this course.

Class Attendance Regular class meetings will be each Monday and Wednesday, 3:00-4:15 pm. Class attendance is recorded by the instructor via “clicker”. 1.5 pts per class; 39 pts total. Attention and participation required No cell phones or laptops out during class Must attend entire class

What does NC (as a course grade) stand for? 1. Not Cool 2. No Chance 3. Never Close 4. No Credit 5. Nick Cannon

Math Lab (MTLC) Attendance You are required to spend at least 60 minutes per week doing math work in the MTLC. Must swipe ACT card in AND out for time in MTLC to count May use the MTLC any time it is open

MTLC Information Hours of Operation (more than 70 hrs a week) Sundays 4-10 pm Monday-Thursday 8 am – 10 pm Fridays 8 am – 4:45 pm Phone Number: 348 – 2592 Website:

How many minutes/week must you spend in the MTLC?

Common Rules for the MTLC The MTLC is a Math classroom. Be courteous and considerate of fellow students. No food, drinks, tobacco products,cell phone use, loud music, profanity, or companions. Math work only. Do not hesitate to ask questions if you need help. The instructors and tutors in the MTLC are there to help you!!

Homework Graded homework assignments for each section Deadline shown in syllabus and software May save, close, and return to complete. Homework exercises may be worked and reworked as much as needed. Click on “Similar Exercise” to rework an exercise. 3 lowest homework grades will automatically be dropped at end of semester. Average of remaining homework grades will count for 150 points.

Quizzes Graded quiz for each section; deadline. Do not click the “Submit” button until you have completed the entire quiz. 2 attempts on each quiz. Only higher score will be used in course grade calculation. Can review your quiz only immediately after submitting. No help during quiz, but get help if needed during review. No work after deadline. 3 lowest quiz grades will automatically be dropped at end of semester. Average of remaining quiz grades will count for 150 points.

Choose the most correct statement below. 1. Homeworks & Quizzes can both be attempted only twice. 2. Homeworks can be worked on until their deadline but Quizzes can be taken only twice. 3. Both Homeworks and Quizzes can always be worked on until their deadlines. 4. Homeworks can be taken up to 3 times and Quizzes can be taken up to 2 times before the deadline.

Study Plan Good review before tests. Unique to you based on your quiz and test performance. Must be completed by end of final exam week (12/14). Worth 40 points at end of semester.

Test Deadlines Math 110 test deadline days will be on THURSDAYS, but you will choose what time to take the test on each deadline day. Test 1:Thursday, September 20 Test 2:Thursday, October 11 Test 3:Thursday, November 1 Test 4:Thursday, November 29 Optional Final Exam: Sunday – Friday, December 9-14 (may choose day and time for Final Exam) We will discuss Testing in more detail closer to Test 1.

Make-up Policy Missed homework or quiz deadline Score for incomplete HW or quiz = as completed at deadline Score for HW or quiz not started before deadline = 0 Will be considered in your 3 lowest drops at end. Missed test Must petition as soon as possible (in MTLC or 345 GP). If the petition request is approved, makeup test may be scheduled for Thursday or Friday after test week.

Replacement Policy The Math 110 Final Exam is NOT REQUIRED. Option to take a Comprehensive Final Exam and have that score replace the lowest test score. Zero test grades due to unexcused absences or academic misconduct will not be automatically replaced. If a test is missed, fill out a petition (in MTLC or 345 GP) as soon as possible to explain and request a make up.

Is the final exam optional? 1. Yes 2. No

Working at Home Students can work in the software from home. Use the MyMathLab Browser Check in the software and install all necessary plug-ins (one time only). Homework and quizzes may be completed at home. Work well ahead of deadlines to be safe. If you have any trouble, come to the MTLC right away to complete your assignments on time. Deadlines will not be extended because of home computer/Internet issues. Tests must be completed in the MTLC.

Disability Accommodations Office of Disability Services Bring paperwork from ODS to your instructor or directly to the MTLC. Do this as soon as possible. Must be done each semester.

Extra Help: CAS Center for Academic Success (Osband Hall) has many resources at your disposal: Math 110 Help Sessions are held twice each week in the MTLC Club Room (each Tue & Thu, 8:00-9:30 PM). Math 110 Test Reviews before each test & final in 222 Lloyd Hall (Wed 9/19, Wed 10/10, Wed 10/31, Wed 11/28, Sun 12/9) Free individual tutoring sessions in Osband Hall by appointment (go to and look for the appointment link near the bottom of the page). You can always find this info online at

Software Login Information Registration in the software has already been done for you. Log into myBama, go to your Blackboard Learn courses, click on Math 110. You will need your MyLabsPlus access code in order to get to the math content for the first time in the software. Note: If myBama is down, here’s another way: Website: Username = crimson prefix (ex: jksmith) Password = CWID (ex: )

Have you already logged into the course software? 1. Yes 2. No

If you haven’t already, before our next class: Get a clicker if you don’t already have one. Get an access code (or be prepared to buy it with a credit/debit card through the software) Log into software Do this even if you don’t have your code yet. For help, go to the MTLC. Take the Syllabus Quiz Use your syllabus during the quiz! (Link to full syllabus available in software.) Retake it if necessary to get 100%! Unlimited number of attempts.

Final thoughts before covering some of Sec 5.1: Make the commitment now to do what it takes to be successful in this course: Attend class and MTLC regularly Work hard on each assignment Stay on schedule Get help when you need it – MTLC Staff and CAS Staff are there FOR YOU…as am I.