Southwest Tennessee Community College



SOUTHWEST TENNESSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGECOURSE SYLLABUS FORMATH0810 - Math Learning Support 1Spring 2014COURSE DESCRIPTION:?This course is a study of real numbers and operations, operations with algebraic expressions, graph analyzing, equation solving as well as modeling and critical thinking. Students must show competency in all five TBR approved mathematics competencies before enrolling in college level mathematics. Prerequisite:?ACT Math score between 13 and 18 or comparable placement score.This course provides instructor lead individualized instruction through MyLabsPlus and is competency based. Students will be required to meet mastery standards in each module before progressing to the next module. REQUIRED MATERIALS:MyMathLab Plus Student Access Kit bundled with Notebook. ISBN 10: 1269377272 Earbuds to listen to video lectures in class.Graphics CalculatorThe Texas Instruments model TI-83 plus or TI-84 is recommended.Other types of graphing calculators may be used, but the instructor may not be able to provide assistance in their use. Cell phones may not be used as calculators.OPTIONAL MATERIALS:Textbook: Developmental Mathematics, 2nd edition, by Martin-GayISBN-13: 9780321652744COURSE MODULES:Each module will cover one TBR Math Learning Support Competency. MODULE 1: Math Learning Support Competency 1REAL NUMBER SENSE AND OPERATIONSApply the order of operations to evaluate expressions.Perform operations with rational numbersDetermine the other equivalent forms of the number when given a fraction, decimal number, or percent.Identify and calculate with irrational numbers (no need to numerically simplify radical expressions)Recognize and apply magnitude (absolute value) and ordering of real number.Solve real-world application problemsDetermine the area and perimeter (or circumference) of a triangle, rectangle, and circle.Applications with volume, and surface area.Solve application problems involving percentMODULE 2: Math Learning Support Competency 2OPERATIONS WITH ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONSIdentify and simplify like terms.Evaluate algebraic expressions when given values for the variables.Create a table of values from an expression.Evaluate expressions involving powers and roots.Use the distributive law to write equivalent expression.Add, subtract and multiply polynomials.Factor a polynomial using GCF only.Simplify an expression involving integer exponents using the rules for exponents.Write numbers in standard and scientific notationSolve real-world application problems.MODULE 3: Math Learning Support Competency 4SOLVING EQUATIONSSolve a linear equation in one variable using multiple approaches - numerical, graphical, and symbolic.Solve a linear inequality in one variable and graph the solutions.Solve formulas and literal equations for a specified variable.Solve proportions that simplify to linear expressions.Solve real-world application problems (including applications with volume, and surface area).MODULE 4: Math Learning Support Competency 3ANALYZE GRAPHSCreate a table of values and a graph for a given relations (may not be linear).Identify and interpret rate of change.Use and interpret function notation particularly as it relates to graphic and tabular data.Analyze the graph of a linear function identifying the x-intercept, y-intercept, and slope.Graph a linear equation in two variables using ordered pairs, using the x-intercept and the y- intercept, and using the slope and the y-intercept.Write a linear equation in two variables when given information about their graphs.Graph linear inequalities in two variables.Solve real-world application problems.MODULE 5: Math Learning Support Competency 5MODELING AND CRITICAL THINKINGSolve a system of linear equations applying graphical methods.Solve a system of linear equations applying algebraic methods (using substitution and elimination).Solve a system of linear inequalities and express the solution graphically.Read bar graphs, histograms, and circle graphs Find the mode, median, and mean of a list of numbers Use a tree diagram to count outcomes Find the probability of an event Solve real-world application problemsASSIGNMENTS and EXAMSEach module includes: one Diagnostic Exam, three Lectures, three Homework sets, three Self-Checks, one Calculator Skills, one Notebook grade, one Mastery Test Review, and one Mastery icPointsActivityTotal Value Diagnostic Exam1 @ 0 pointsMust score 80% or higher to receive credit for the module.A score less than 80% will require completion of the following assignments.Total:0 points0% of gradeLectures3 @ 0 pointsMust view 100% of the video lecture. Located in MyLabsPlus/HomeworkTotal: 0 points? 0% of gradeHomework3 @ 10 points each Must be completed with 100% accuracy to release the corresponding Self-Check.Located in MyLabsPlus/HomeworkTotal:30 points3% of gradeSelf-Checks3 @ 10 points eachMust be completed with 80% accuracy to release the next homework assignment or the Mastery Test Review.Located in MyLabsPlus/HomeworkTotal: 30 points? 3% of gradeMastery Test Review1 @ 20 pointsMust be completed with 80% accuracy to release the Mastery Exam. A cumulative review of the module.Located in MyLabsPlus/HomeworkTotal: 20 points? 2% of gradeMastery Exam1 @ 900 pointsMust score 70% or higher to receive credit for the module.A score less than 70% will require additional work in MyMathLabTotal:900 points90% of gradeCalculator Skills and Notebook1 @ 20 pointsProvides practice with using a graphing calculator.Located in PAWS or from InstructorNotebook points calculated based on a standard rubric. Required and due on the day the Mastery Exam is taken.Total: 20 points? 2% of grade??TOTAL1000 ptsTESTING PROCEDURES Diagnostic ExamEvery Module requires a Diagnostic Exam that must be taken in class. This exam is for placement.If a score of 80% or higher is made, the material for that module will be considered mastered.Students will move to the next module. Students will receive 100% credit for all assignments in the module. A score less than 80% will require working all assignments in the module.Mastery Exam Must be taken in class.Pass with 70% or higher to complete module and receive module grade Less than 70% will require additional study in MyMathLab and then retesting. GRADING POLICY: In order to complete the course and receive a final grade, the student must demonstrate competency at 70% on all course modules. Final course grade will be calculated as follows:Homework, Self-Checks, Calculator Assignments and Notebook , and Mastery Test Review 10%Mastery Exams 90%GRADING SCALE:A: 90% - 100%B: 80% - 89%C: 70% - 79%Students who complete 5 modulesReceive a letter grade of A, B, or CAre NOT required to take MATH0820May enroll in MATH 1000, MATH 1410, MATH 1530, or MATH 1630Students who complete 3 or 4 modulesReceive a letter grade of A, B, or CMust enroll in MATH0820Students who complete 1 or 2 modules Receive a letter grade of N if attendance is satisfactoryReceive a letter grade of FA if they have stopped attending prior to the last day to withdraw with a W.Must enroll in MATH0810Students who do not complete any modulesReceive a letter grade of F if attendance is satisfactory Receive a letter grade of FA if they have stopped attending prior to the last day to withdraw with a W.Must enroll in MATH 0810 Note: The N grade impacts financial aid in the same manner as an F, FA, or W grade.ADA Statement: Southwest Tennessee Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for all qualified students with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the Counseling Office to arrange for appropriate accommodation. When the disability has been documented and verified, a counselor will notify the instructor regarding any special accommodation to be provided.TIME COMMITMENT: Students who successfully complete the course in one semester spend an estimated 3-6 hours studying outside of class each week. Math concepts will be remembered best and retained longer if work is done more often and for shorter periods of time – like one hour a day outside of class for 6 days of the week. Each student will be given a schedule to follow. Please try to stay ahead of the schedule. PARTICIPATION: Participation, not merely attendance, in this class is mandatory. Each assignment must be mastered before going on to the next. Assignments cannot be skipped and returned to later. Each module must be mastered before moving to the next. Participating includes: Arriving on time to class and staying the entire class periodHaving the materials necessary for class (calculator, pencil, notebook, etc.)Completing assignments according to the scheduleActively working in the math software (not working on another class or surfing the web or texting)Asking for help when the video and help tools are not enoughClassroom Policies:ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: Each student is expected to attend every scheduled class, regularly and punctually. Attendance in developmental courses is mandatory until all coursework is completed, at which point the student has passed the course and is excused from attending. Missing more than three (3) class sessions before coursework is completed may result in an F for the course." Under current school policy, attendance is taken puters Computers are to be used for educational purposes only.The use of a computer during open lab hours is on a first come first serve basis.Please do not touch the monitor screens as they can be damaged very easily.If your computer is not working properly, please notify an instructor or tutor and move to another computer.Please remember to log off when you leave the centerUnexcused exitsLeaving class to engage in a conversation (by phone or person to person)Leaving before class is finished for any reason without prior permissionBehavior Expectations Classroom and academic behavior is outlined in the Southwest Tennessee Community College Student Handbook (See page 49 or select Code of Conduct and Discipline link in the online Student Handbook.)No food or drink is allowed in the Math lab.No children or any other unauthorized individuals or animals are allowed in the classroom - No faculty member is authorized to make an exception to this policy without prior approval of the Mathematics Department Head.Cell phones and other electronic devices such as iPods and MP3 players must be placed out of sight and turned off. No cell phones may be used during exams.No student will be allowed to attend class unless his/her name is on the official class roll or you have proper documentation from the Records Office.Exams are proctored and occur only in designated areas of the lab.Syllabus Updates The Syllabus is the official document for all course policies. The instructor reserves the right to make changes as necessary to this syllabus. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the instructor will immediately notify students of such changes. ................
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