Course Description

Prerequisites: TSI Math Complete and high school Algebra II and Geometry

In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included.

Materials

• Scientific Calculator (no purchase necessary)--We will use Desmos Scientific and Desmos Matrix via internet.
• Canvas Access
• Text and resources for this course are provided at no cost via Canvas
• Lots of paper
• Large Eraser

Course Requirements

1. Class participation: Regular and punctual attendance at classes is required of all students. Class participation may be in Canvas or face to face assignments in the form of discussions or regular assignments; these may not be made up or accepted late.

2. Homework: Homework will be assigned for each section. No late work will be accepted.  Possible worksheets/quizzes posted on Canvas or in class–these are timed quizzes and you will need to manage your allotment of time to complete them. Extensions will not be given on time. Do not begin the quiz if you will not be able to remain at your computer to finish it.  Assignment due dates will be posted in Canvas.  

Extension Policy: You will have 10 Late Passes for daily grades. You must request each Late Pass within the Online Homework System. Once you have requested the Late Pass, you will have 5 days to complete the assignment. If the assignment is not completed within the 5 days, you will receive a 0 for that assignment.

3.        Examinations:        There will be an exam at the conclusion of each of 5 units and a comprehensive final exam. These exam dates are predetermined and announced a week in advance. Missing an exam is unacceptable. There will be no make-up exams without an authentic doctors’ excuse. If you know you will not be able to take an exam on the exam date, you may test early in the testing center.  The final exam will replace your lowest test grade with the following caveat: If your lowest exam grade is a zero due to cheating on an exam, that grade WILL NOT be replaced or dropped. Exams will be taken face-to-face for in person classes (screens will be recorded/monitored) and on Proctorio for online courses (computer and webcam required).

        You will be required to show work for all problems on exams to receive credit.  Any problem with no work may not receive credit.  If you have the correct answer, but your work doesn’t support that answer, you may not receive credit. (Hint: If I have to write it out, you probably should, too.)

4. Class etiquette:  

• Arrive on time.  If tardiness becomes a problem, I will begin locking the door once class starts.
• Quietly step into the hall for phone calls that cannot wait until after class.
• Please refrain from conversations with classmates once class begins.  If you cannot, you may be asked to leave.
• While testing, the only sites you are allowed to access are Canvas, Desmos Scientific, and Google Translate.  Accessing sites not on this list will be considered cheating, and you will receive a zero for the exam.  Additionally, during exams, all phones will be placed on the table behind your computer monitor where they are clearly visible at all times.
• Engaging in behavior during class that is a distraction to me or to other students is unacceptable.  Failure to comply with cessation requests may result in being asked to leave.

Assignment Weights

Hints for Success

• Attend class and participate–take notes.  Ask questions.
• Ask for help when you need it.  You can do this via Canvas, email, or in person.  Visiting a prof can be intimidating,  but I started teaching 20 years ago and have yet to bite a student.  Some even decide they like me, so don’t be afraid to come by.
• Take notes, then use said notes to help you complete the homework.  Refer back to your notes frequently.
• Do not get behind.  Work on assignments throughout the week rather than at 11:30 the night they are due.
• Check your Panola email and Canvas email regularly.
• Take notes.
• Show your work.  Write it down.  Make the information travel from your brain, through your arm, and out of your writing tool. Even for multiple choice questions. It will stick better this way.  It has also been my experience that mental algebra is rarely successful.
• Ask more questions.

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