1. Welcome To LSC-Tomball Independent Study Math Course*
Welcome To LSC-Tomball Independent Study Math Course
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Yes, it really is an independent study course!
MATH 0310
Section 3W001
Intermediate Algebra Orientation
Theresa Fritzel
Online:
at home or
at one of the Lone Star College campuses
Welcome to orientation for Math 0308, Intermediate Algebra.
I’m your instructor, Theresa Fritzel. I am an adjunct instructor at Tomball college. I have two young daughters so I work out of my home.
The following PowerPoint slides are designed to help you discover what is expected of you as an independent study student and what you can expect of me this term.
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2. Is Independent Study Right for you?
Benefits
You set your time
You determine the pace
must show progress
must finish course within the semester
Disadvantages
No lecture time
You do the work online and in your book
Much harder than a lecture course
Easy to procrastinate and fall behind
Major Requirements for success
Self-discipline
Good study habits
Should I take an online course?
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3. What Materials do I need?
A computer with internet access
A valid, working address
MyMathLab Student Access code
The textbook is available online in our MyMathLab section
Math 0308 and 0310 use the same textbook at LSC-Tomball. If you took an 0308 course that used the text listed below, your MyMathLab account should still be valid and you will NOT need to purchase a new code. Please log into MyMathLab and try adding a course BEFORE you purchase a new MyMathLab student access code.
If you find you do not have an active MyMathLab account for this text, you may purchase a MyMathLab access code from the bookstores, or directly from if you have a credit card
Beginning & Intermediate Algebra, 4th ed., Elayn Martin-Gay, Pearson/Prentice Hall, 2009, ISBN
Used for both Math 0308 and 0310
Available online in our MyMathLab section
hard copy purchase is optional
Supplementary materials
Calculator – Required for Math 0310
TI-84 plus, TI-84, TI-83, TI-83 plus
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How Much Time?
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64 total hours OR
4 hours (or more) each week in Fall and Spring
7 hours (or more) each week in Summer
Reading your book/course materials
working odd problems in the book
in MyMathLab
working assigned homework sets (at home)
in Angel
studying materials (at home)
taking calculator quizzes (at home)
taking tests (at testing center)
in math center for tutoring help (if needed)
2 hours study/1 credit hour
4 credit hour class = at least 8 hours of study each week
Math 0306 meets for a total of 48 hours each term. This means you must spend a minimum of 3 hours each week working online using Angel resources, MyMathlab resources, taking your chapter tests at the assessment centers and tutoring in any of the math centers at any of the colleges.
Remember, for every hour of class time you should spend a minimum of two hours outside of class reading your lessons, making notes, practicing concepts and doing your homework.
You will not be successful in this course if you spend only 3 hours a week studying math.
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How often?
Flexibility
Every day
Three times a week
Twice a week
Minimum required but no maximum
Accrue time at your own pace
Independent study allows for flexibility to meet your schedule. You can work on it every day, 3 times a week, twice a week or whatever works best for you.
Just remember that you must spend a minimum of 3 hours a week online.
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Calendar
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In Angel I will post a suggested schedule of events
Homework assignments
Available all semester
Worked in MyMathLab from home
Calculator “Quizzes”
Worked in Angel from home
Test dates
Suggested start date is posted to keep you on track
Are available all semester
Worked in Angel at testing center
Holidays
THEA dates
The calendar in MyMathLab and Angel lists the holidays during the term, dates that the THEA is offered, suggested homework schedule, and suggested test dates.
Independent study means you determine the pace.
The calendar will help you pace yourself so that you don’t get behind.
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Math 0310 Study Guide
We will be covering the following in 0310
Integrated Review (Ch. 3), Sections 3.5, 8.1, 3.6, Integrated Review (Ch. 4), 4.5
Sections 9.1, 9.4, Integrated Review (Ch. 6), Section
Chapter 7
Chapter 10
Sections 11.1 – 11.3
Review materials posted in Angel in the Learning Modules for each specific exam
Do assigned homework in MyMathLab (at home)
Take calculator “quizzes” in Angel (at home)
Work the practice exams posted in Angel
Tested on concepts, definitions, and processes
In your text, the section titled “How to Read Your Math Text” gives you some very good suggestions that you should consider incorporating into your study habits if you aren’t already using them.
You will be tested on concepts, definitions, and processes so make sure you understand all new concepts well before moving on.
You will not cover all the material in your textbook. All of chapters 1-7 will be covered, along with two sections in Chapters 8 and 9.
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Preparing for Exams
To prepare for the exams
Read your text
Review the materials posted by exam in Angel in the Learning Modules
Work the odds in your book and check their answers
Work the graded homework in MyMathLab
For extra practice, rework homework problems...they change each time you access them
Use Math Center resources
Free Tutoring
Manipulatives
Study Aids
Use online resources when doing homework in MyMathLab
“Help me solve this” link
“View an Example” link
Lecture videos link
Online textbook link
“Ask my Professor” link – sends me a message and I reply to you.
Set up a whiteboard session with me to help with tricky concepts
Take tests when indicated
You will take tests as indicated in in Angel and MyMathLab.
Be sure to use the Math Lab resources such as free tutoring, manipulatives for those of you who are hands-on learners, and the various study aids.
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Taking the Exams
Online in any approved Lone Star College Assessment Center
must tell me which assessment center you prefer
Not on list, no test
Know the hours of operation for your chosen center
Click here for testing centers and hours
Photo ID required
I need to know that it is you
No id, no test
Calculators are necessary
All of your tests will be taken in an approved Assessment Center at any of the colleges. You will need to tell me which testing center you prefer.
You will need to take a photo id with you each time you take a test. No id, no test.
You need to make a score of at least 69.5% to show you have learned the material well enough to move on. If you score less than 69.5% you should review the material and then schedule a retake.
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10. Math Tutoring available at:*
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Math Tutoring available at:
LSC-Cy-Fair
LSC-Fairbanks Cntr
LSC-Greenspoint Cntr
LSC-Kingwood
LSC-Montgomery
LSC-North Harris
LSC-Tomball
Math tutoring is available at most of the main campuses and satellite campuses
Click here for more information
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11. Online tools in Angel for help from the instructor*
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Online tools in Angel for help from the instructor
Discussion board
post questions
Whiteboard
meet in a whiteboard room to go over exercises
Need to set up a time in advance to meet
Chatroom
talk about tricky concepts
There are several ways to get help through Angel as well.
On the discussion board, you can post questions so other students can answer them. You can read and answer other students questions. I will answer questions if no one else does.
You can arrange to meet me or other students on the whiteboard to go over exercises together.
You ca also talk about tricky concepts in the chatroom.
If there is a great need, I will set up a time during the week to hold “office hours” in the chat room or the whiteboard.
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12. Resources at LSC-Tomball*
Resources at LSC-Tomball
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Supplemental Books and Exercises
Use in Math Area
May be checked out
C230 circulation desk
Ask first
Free worksheets and handouts
Manipulatives for the kinesthetic learner
The Math area of the LAC at Tomball College has quite a few supplemental books and exercises available for you to use in the Center. Some of the books may be checked out through the library. Some of the other campuses may have materials for you to use as well. Check with your college’s math center or learning center to see what they have.
See a tutor if you find a book you would like to borrow.
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Graded Work
Online homework assignments in MyMathLab at home
~24 Regular sections, 7 points each
3 Integrated Review Sections, 14 points each
200 points
Chapter tests online in Angel at testing center
4 tests, 100 points each
400 points total
Calculator quizzes
6 quizzes
can be reworked to improve grade…meant to instruct on calculator use, not be a “quiz” of calculator use
100 points total
Final Exam online in Angel at testing center
Cumulative, 200 points
900 total points
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Grading Policy
A % %
B % %
C % %
IP* or F** < %
*IP means you completed the course work but didn’t make the required 69.5% to pass
** Reasons for a failing grade:
No consistent progress
Don’t log enough hours
Don’t take the final exam
If your final average is 89.5% or better, you will have earned an A in the course.
An average of % means you have earned a B.
An average of % means you have earned a C.
You may receive an IP, in progress, if your average is less than 69.4%
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How do I get started?
First, since we will be doing all of our communication through
me with a current address and include the following:
You must "agree" that you understand how an independent study online course will be different from an “in class” course
list how you think an independent study online course will differ from a lecture course
Send this note to:
First, since we will be doing all of our communication through
me with a current address and include the following:
You must "agree" that you understand how an independent study online course will be different from an “in class” course
list how you think an independent study online course will differ from a lecture course
Send this note to:
To get started, you need to send me an message. This needs to be done before the first week of classes if you want to stay enrolled in the course. This first message can simply say “Hi!” if you wish.
The next thing you need to do is set up your Angel account if you don’t already have one. Click on the link in the slide and choose the link that says “find your username and password”. Follow the instructions. Once you have your logon and password, logon to Angel and check out the entry page. Our class should show up the week before classes begin.
Make sure that when you purchase your text that it comes with the MyMathLab
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How do I get started?
Second, because your final will be administered at Lone Star College testing centers using Angel and we will use the Angel for secure communication:
Go to LSC-online to get your Angel login and password
Click on the “Get Started” link
Click on the “LSC-online login information” link
If you have never logged in before, you can find your username and password using this form
Login to Angel and look at the home page.
Our course will show up after you take the mandatory Orientation provided through the Angel website.
Prove that you have accessed Angel
Send me an through Angel:
tell me in which testing center you want to take your tests
To get started, you need to send me an message. This needs to be done before the first week of classes if you want to stay enrolled in the course. This first message can simply say “Hi!” if you wish.
The next thing you need to do is set up your Angel account if you don’t already have one. Click on the link in the slide and choose the link that says “find your username and password”. Follow the instructions. Once you have your logon and password, logon to Angel and check out the entry page. Our class should show up the week before classes begin.
Make sure that when you purchase your text that it comes with the MyMathLab
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17. Third, because your homework will be completed online for a grade:*
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How do I get started?
Third, because your homework will be completed online for a grade:
Obtain a MyMathLab student access code
If you were in 0308 or 0310 at Tomball within the last year, your account may still be active…test it before purchasing a new code
Purchase from bookstore
Purchase directly from MyMathLab
Using the student code, register for and login to MyMathLab
Course id for the “Homework Course” and the zip code for LSC-Tomball:
FRITZEL90783
Please note that this code is my last name “fritzel” followed by 5 numbers
77375
Enter the course, click on the Installation Wizard
Prove that you have accessed MyMathLab
Send me an and describe how to access the graded homework assignments
To get started, you need to send me an message. This needs to be done before the first week of classes if you want to stay enrolled in the course. This first message can simply say “Hi!” if you wish.
The next thing you need to do is set up your Angel account if you don’t already have one. Click on the link in the slide and choose the link that says “find your username and password”. Follow the instructions. Once you have your logon and password, logon to Angel and check out the entry page. Our class should show up the week before classes begin.
Make sure that when you purchase your text that it comes with the MyMathLab
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Summary:
Using your current address, drop me a note and include the following:
"agree" that you understand how the online course will be different from an “in class” course
list how you think an independent study online course will differ from a lecture course
After the class has begun:
Send me a note in Angel
Tell me where you want to take your exams
Login to MyMathLab and register for our course
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19. How to be successful in Independent Study Courses
Be Goal oriented; don’t procrastinate, no excuses
Verify understanding of concepts with instructor or tutor
Do your homework
MyMathLab definitely…for a grade
Odds in the book at the end of each section for more practice!
Practice good study skills
Two hours of study for each hour of class
Follow Dr. Nolting’s test taking strategies (video in LSC-Tomball Math Lab)
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