1. Navigating Your Course Resources Professor Kasha PROF. KASHA

2. Instructor’s Website Begin with my frontdoor website. It is full of information, links, syllabi, and announcements. URL link: http://frontdoor.valenciacollege.edu/?rkasha You can also Google my full name “Ryan Kasha” PROF. KASHA

3. Faculty Information PROF. KASHA

4. Faculty Information Has my contact information, office hours, office location, e-mail, and phone number. PROF. KASHA

5. Navigate by Left Menu PROF. KASHA

6. Syllabus Access PROF. KASHA

7. Syllabi PROF. KASHA

8. Course Materials Access (Very Important) PROF. KASHA

9. Course Materials Background and Of Interest… Math Resources (West Campus) E-mail and Blackboard Direct Access MyMathLab Access and Technical Support Course Survey Access (last 3 weeks of semester) Math Resources beyond Valencia College! Use this as a starting point For Math Professionals and Colleagues (Check it out for fun!) PROF. KASHA

10. Background and Of Interest… PROF. KASHA

11. Math Resources (West Campus) PROF. KASHA

12. E-mail and Blackboard Direct Access PROF. KASHA

13. MyMathLab Access and Technical Support PROF. KASHA

14. Course Survey Access and Instructions PROF. KASHA

15. Math Resources beyond Valencia College! PROF. KASHA

16. Announcements (Used for emergencies only) PROF. KASHA

17. Emergencies/Urgent Information Campus/College Closings Cancellation of classes Hurricane/weather Change of location Updates when I am away/major change in schedule such as test date. PROF. KASHA

18. General Policies Professor Kasha PROF. KASHA

19. Ways to Contact Your Instructor Visit my office (BD 5. ROOM 247) on the West Campus during office hours or by appointment Phone: (407) 582-1475 E-mail: rkasha@mail.valenciacollege.edu PROF. KASHA

20. Course Objectives and Valencia Core Competencies Specific Objectives listed in your syllabus for your course. Valencia Core Competencies (all courses at Valencia College) PROF. KASHA Valencia Core Competencies THINKVALUE Communicate ACT

21. Required Materials MyMathLab Access Code (or MyStatLab Access for STA 1001 students). 14-day grace period provided for free; so you can get started with your work immediately after registration! Includes all HW assignments Includes all Quizzes Includes e-book Includes tutorial videos, PowerPoint, and examples/hints. Note: STA 1001 Students will have to purchase workbook from bookstore in addition to MyStatLab! PROF. KASHA

22. Visit MyMathLab.com PROF. KASHA Register First!

23. Key Features of MyMathLab PROF. KASHA Homework Access Quiz Access Review your Quiz before your next attempt! E-book Access + Tutorial Videos + Supplemental Presentations

24. Book Access (E-book) PROF. KASHA Select a chapter and section Click on Multimedia Textbook

25. E-book View PROF. KASHA You can navigate by page number or by chapter using the left menu

26. E-book Close-UP (Left Menu) PROF. KASHA

27. Required Materials CONT… PROF. KASHA TI-84+ for MAC 1105, MAC 1114 & STA 1001C Scientific Calculator for MAT 1033C Limited calculator use for MAT 0022C (ONLY Basic calculator allowed, never for exams, only for certain HW assignments as specified)

28. Grading Policy and Requirements (General Requirements) There are NO dropped grades, take all requirements seriously! Your grade is composed of exams, on-line HW, on-line quizzes, lab attendance, and completion of various activities. Specific requirements varies from course to course. Extra credit opportunities (2 – 3% impact) offered throughout the semester. The instructor works to be fair and equitable. Do NOT ask for favors that is not fair for others. Be responsible and proactive. Your success is your instructor’s #1 goal, but you MUST be responsible, do the work, study, put in the time, manage your time, and keep track of all deadlines. Be proactive rather than be reactive. PROF. KASHA

29. Grading Policy and Requirements (MAC 1105 & MAC 1114) There are NO dropped grades, take all requirements seriously! PROF. KASHA RequirementsGrade Weight Homework (MyMathLab)10% (100 Points) Quizzes (MyMathLab)10% (100 Points) In-class exams40% (400 Points) Midterm Exam20% (200 Points) Final Exam20% (200 Points) TOTAL100% (1,000 POINTS) Grading Scale 90.0% – 100% A 80.0% - 89.9% B 70.0% - 79.9% C 60.0% - 69.9% D Below 60.0% F

30. Grading Policy and Requirements (MAT 0022C) There are NO dropped grades, take all requirements seriously! PROF. KASHA RequirementsGrade Weight Homework (MyMathLab)10% (100 Points) Mastery Quizzes (MyMathLab)10% (100 Points) In-class exams40% (400 Points) Midterm Exam15% (150 Points) Final Exam25% (250 Points) TOTAL100% (1,000 POINTS) Grading Scale 90.0% – 100% A 80.0% - 89.9% B 70.0% - 79.9% C 60.0% - 69.9% D Below 60.0% F

31. Grading Policy and Requirements (STA 1001C) This class requires heavy reading in your workbook! Each absence from lab = 10% reduction from overall lab grade. PROF. KASHA RequirementsGrade Weight Homework (MyStatLab)10% (100 Points) Quizzes (MyStatLab)10% (100 Points) In-class exams50% (500 Points) Weekly Lab (Attendance + assignments)10% (100 Points) Final Exam20% (200 Points) TOTAL100% (1,000 POINTS) Grading Scale 90.0% – 100% A 80.0% - 89.9% B 70.0% - 79.9% C 60.0% - 69.9% D Below 60.0% F

32. Timelines and Important Dates Check your syllabus for a specific timeline for your course. The timeline is a tentative schedule subject to change. IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER (Fall 2015 - - FULL TERM): September 7, 2015: Labor Day (No Classes – College Closed!) September 8, 2015: Drop/Refund Deadline 11:59 PM on atlas October 6, 2015: College Night (No classes on Osceola and Lake Nona Campuses ONLY!) October 8, 2015: College Night (No classes on West Campus, East, and Winter Park Campuses!) November 13, 2015: Withdrawal Deadline (Last Day to receive grade of W; must withdraw by 11:59 PM on atlas) November 25 – 29, 2015: Thanksigving Break (No classes – College Closed!) December 13, 2015: Full Term Classes End for all full-term courses December 14 – 20, 2015: Final Exam Week December 22, 2015: Final Course Grades viewable in Atlas Consult http://www.valenciacollege.edu/calendar/FinalExam.cfm for more information about the final exam schedule!http://www.valenciacollege.edu/calendar/FinalExam.cfm PROF. KASHA

33. Attendance and Make-Up Policy PROF. KASHA

34. E-mail Policy To protect your privacy and for legal reasons, all e- mails must originate from your atlas e-mail. All e-mails must include a subject line. All e-mails at the end of your message must include your name, Valencia ID, and course number and meeting times. All e-mail messages should be respectful and professionally written. Students are responsible for all information/messages sent by the instructor. Check your atlas e-mail on a regular basis! PROF. KASHA

35. Sample E-mail PROF. KASHA Include your subject Sample signature (includes your name, VID, Course Number & Class Time) Make sure that you are using my correct e-mail

36. Cell Phone Policy PROF. KASHA NOT FOR EXAMS

37. Academic Honesty PROF. KASHA

38. Students with Disabilities PROF. KASHA

39. Code of Conduct PROF. KASHA

40. Valencia ID - Required Get a Valencia ID It is required for everything at Valencia College It is required for testing center It is required for verification of ID! It will also get you discounts! PROF. KASHA

41. Tutoring and Resources for Help Your Instructor SL leader (if applicable to your class) Math Connections (Developmental & Intermediate Algebra only) Hands-On Lab (Developmental & Intermediate Algebra only) Walk-In Tutoring Fellow classmate Your software The internet PROF. KASHA

42. Work Ethics and Tips for Success! Attend class regularly. Maintain an organized, neat notebook Do homework regularly, do not cram! Check your solutions to your homework. Read ahead - - seriously read! Allocate 2 – 3 hours outside of class time regularly for this course. Time may vary based on individual needs. Understand  Learn It  Master It! (Accomplished through note taking, practicing, and more practicing) Expect the Unexpected!! Anticipate last minute issues coming up and work ahead of due dates and deadlines. PROF. KASHA

43. Student Resource for Success Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. BayCare Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia students and available 24 hours a day by calling (800) 878-5470. Free face-to-face counseling is also available. PROF. KASHA