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Fall 2017MAT 1100, EXPLORATIONS of MATHEMATICS & QUANTITATIVE REASONINGINSTRUCTOR: Professor: Nydia N. NelsonEmail: MyCourses or nelson.nydia@spcollege.eduPhone: 727-614-7274Office Hours: Thursdays 10-11amACADEMIC DEPARTMENT:Dean: Jimmy ChangOffice Location: SP/Gibbs SA215Office Number: 727-341-4305Mathematics Chair: Nydia N. NelsonOffice Location: MTJC-308Office Number: 727-614-7274COURSE INFORMATION:Prerequisite: MAT 0028 or MAT 0055 or MAT 0056 or MAT 0022 or AAP 0028 with a minimum grade of C; or an appropriate score on the SPC mathematics placement test.Course Description: This course builds the foundation for understanding selected concepts taken from topics which include algebra, set theory, logic, geometry, probability and statistics. Critical thinking skills, problem solving strategies, communicating mathematically and appropriate useof technology will be incorporated throughout the course via activities and projects. 47 contact hoursMajor Learning Outcomes: Students will: 1) apply fundamental mathematical properties; 2) apply algebraic concepts; 3) visualize and interpret data; 4) use basic concepts in geometry and set theory; and 5) apply basic concepts in probability and statistics.Course Objectives: 1. The student will apply fundamental mathematical properties by: a) Choosing appropriate steps on the calculator to evaluate functions; b) Performing operations with real numbers; c) Performing conversions of units of measurement within and across measurement systems; d) Selecting the correct method of rounding decimals and using it at the proper step in a calculation; e) Utilizing inductive and deductive reasoning; f) Developing conjectures and generalizing patterns.2. The student will apply algebraic concepts by: a. Describing functions algebraically, numerically, and graphically; b) Solving simple linear and rational equations; c) Defining variables; d) Solving literal equations for a variable; e) Solving real-world problems involving ratios, rates, fractions, decimals, percentages and rates of change.3. The student will visualize and interpret data by: a) Creating a table of coordinate values to evaluate and graph simple linear and exponential functions; b) Determining the equation of a line in point-slope form, writing the equation of a line in slope-intercept form, and graphing the resulting equation; c) Identifying the slope and y-intercept of a line from a graph or equation, and writing the equation of a line in slope-intercept form: d) Creating pie charts, bar graphs, and scatterplots; e) Recognizing and modeling change with linear and exponential functions; f) Making comparisons using tables, equations, and graphs.4. The student will use basic concepts in geometry and set theory by: a) Articulating basic geometric vocabulary for shapes and solids; b) Solving real-world problems involving the perimeter and area of triangles, rectangles, and circumference and area of circles; c) Applying the Pythagorean Theorem; d) Performing basic operations with sets and applying them to real-life situations; e) Creating 2-set Venn diagrams to show set operations and solving word problems.5. The students will apply basic concepts in probability and statistics by: a) Using the fundamental principle of counting to determine the outcomes of a sample space; b) Using basic terminology of probability and applying basic rules of probability; c) Developing basic statistical literacy by using samples to make inferences about populations; d) Evaluating measures of central tendency and variation.REQUIRED TEXTBOOK & OTHER RESOURCE INFORMATION: Required Text: Math Lit, A Pathway to College Mathematics by Almy and Foes ISBN Number: MML ISBN: Code 9780321199911Library Link: : You may use a scientific calculator only on tests and quizzes, upon instructor’s discretion. The use of graphing calculators, cell phones, laptops, tablets, etc. will not be permitted. IMPORTANT DATES: Course Dates: August 14, 2017 – December 8, 2017Drop/Add: August 18, 2017 Last day to Drop with a refund: August 19, 2017 or Deadline with a grade of “W”: October 19, 2017 Final Exam Week: December 4, 2017 ; Calendar/Important Dates: : The college-wide attendance policy is included in the Syllabus Addendum: and Class Participation for This Class In order to remain in the class, students must attend class at least once a week within the first 2 weeks of the semester and enroll in MyMathLab during the first week of class.Class attendance is required. Regular attendance is a significant factor to promote success in the course. If you do miss a class, it is the responsibility of the student to find out what was missed (assignments, hand-outs, due-dates, etc.).Attendance will be taken at the beginning of class, middle or end. If you arrive late to class, please see the instructor after class. However, if you miss more than 15 minutes of the class (whether it be at the beginning, middle or end), it will be counted as an absence. If you leave class early, you may also be counted as absent. 3 tardies will be equivalent to 1 absence; students with 4 or more absences are subject to being withdrawn from the course.No absences will be excused unless legal or medical documentation can be provided. Students are responsible for all class materials and any announcements made in class whether or not they are present. Active participation is also a significant factor to promote success in the course. Actively participation includes but is not limited to: asking/answering HW questions; participating in classroom discussions; participating in individual and/or group work; etc.Attendance at the 60% point of the class is circa the withdrawal deadline, October 19th. Students who have 3 or more absences will be reported to administration as not actively participating in class and as having poor attendance. Students who have not taken 1 or more quiz will also be reported to administration.Note: Withdrawal from a course with a “W” before the withdrawal deadline (October 19th) or withdrawing after the withdrawal deadline with a “WF” could impact a student’s financial aid, requiring repayment of financial assistance. Students should consult an advisor and a financial counselor whenever considering withdrawal from a courseSTUDENT EXPECTATIONS: ELECTRONICS AND CLASSROOM CONDUCT1) Please refrain from using cell phones, lap tops, kindles, tablets, iPads, etc. in class. Not only is it a distraction to the instructor and those around you, but you are taking away from your learning time.2) Excessive talking in class will not be tolerated. Again, it is a distraction to the instructor, to those around you, and you are taking away from your learning time and the learning time of those around you; and will result in being asked to leave the class. 3) SPC’s Syllabus Addendum on student expectations: RESOURCES: A student with a documented disability may be eligible to receive services. If you think you have a disability but have not had it documented, your campus Accessibility Specialist will explain how to get proper testing or assessment. To be documented, you must have a recent report from a licensed physician or psychologist or an IEP or SOP from your high school.Please visit the Disability Resource page for available services: (MyMathLab) & GROUP WORK: In this course we will cover a variety of topics in mathematics, ranging from critical thinking and problem solving to statistics and probability. The textbook, Math Lit, will serve as the basis for the course but many other materials will be used to reinforce the course learning objectives. We designed the course to make you more aware of mathematics in the world around you. We will use MyMathLab (MML), an online repository of course materials and assessments for this class. To enroll in MyMathLab, go to MyCourses and scroll down the page, once you have entered the course shell (MAT 1100).MML Student Support: Technical Support: Technical Support Toll-Free U.S. number: 844-292-7015MML Live Chat: will also use active learning in the classroom (cooperative learning), which is a very effective method for students to learn mathematics. In our course, active learning will be accomplished using classroom activities and through the use of teams. I will select your team members and switch teams during the semester (prior to the start of a project). You will be given the ability to use MyCourses email to communicate with your team members and to share electronic files. Projects will be completed as team projects. All members of each team will receive the same grade for the project unless the team self-assessments indicate that one or more team member/s did not contribute equally to the project report. If your team’s dynamics are not working well, please notify me as soon as this becomes apparent so we can try to resolve the underlying issues or reassign students to other teams. You may use any of the computers in the library or labs on campus. If you use your home computer, you must have a Java enabled Internet browser. If you are experiencing technical challenges in the MyCourses, please visit or call Technical Support at:727-341-4357.ASSIGNMENTS & GRADES: The grade for this course will be derived from the following sources: 116205010795ComponentWeight in Final GradeAchieving your DREAM*Powerpoint 15%*Presentation 10%25%Mymathlab (MML)*Homework*15%In-class Assignments10%Quizzes (In-class, MML, etc)10%Attendance10%Cycle Wrap-Ups15%Mini Projects (Throughout the semester)15%00ComponentWeight in Final GradeAchieving your DREAM*Powerpoint 15%*Presentation 10%25%Mymathlab (MML)*Homework*15%In-class Assignments10%Quizzes (In-class, MML, etc)10%Attendance10%Cycle Wrap-Ups15%Mini Projects (Throughout the semester)15%Grading Scale: A: 90-100B: 80-89C: 70-79 D: 60-69F: 0-59Criteria Performance Standard: Upon successful completion of the course, in order to earn a grade of “C” or better, the student will, with a minimum of 70% accuracy, demonstrate mastery of each of the above stated objectives through classroom measures developed by individual course instructors.HOMEWORK IN MML: Homework is assigned in MML, MyMathLab. There is a MML HW assignment for each Cycle Section covered in class. HW due dates will be in MML. If you access a HW assignment before the due date, you can re-do the HW at a later date to improve you HW grade. Three of the lowest HW assignments will be dropped at the end of the semester.QUIZZES IN MML: Quizzes are assigned in Mycourses. These quizzes are called “recap” quizzes in Mycourses. You will have 1 attempts for each quiz. They are timed no more than 120 minutes and/or less. Quizzes are due by 11pm of the week the material is covered in class. The due dates for the quizzes will be in Mycourses and will be announced in class as well. Please complete quizzes by the due date. There are NO MAKE UPS on quizzes unless you have legal or medical documentation that can be provided to your instructor, or, it is a globally recognized religious holiday. Transportation issues, preplanned or unplanned trips, work schedules/meetings, etc. are NOT acceptable excuses for missing class and/or any assignments. Contact me as soon as possible if you miss a quiz. IN-CLASS & OUT-OF-CLASS ASSIGNMENTS: ACTIVITIES, BOOKWORK & WORKSHEETS There will be worksheets and bookwork that will be done in class as well at home. Many of the activities/worksheets will be done in teams as discussed. All team members will receive the same grade for these assignments unless a member/s did not contribute equally. Since much of your work will be completed in class, you must be present to participate in these activities. If you are absent from class, you will be responsible for all class materials and any announcements made in class. Therefore, contact your instructor as soon as possible if you do miss class. No absences will be excused unless legal or medical documentation can be provided. PROJECTS: There will be one major projects due during the semester. For team projects, all group members will receive the same grade for the project unless member/s did not contribute equally. Instructions for each group project will be provided. All projects must extremely neat and well organized or they will not be accepted. Further, all projects must be typed, printed and handed in on time to avoid a grade deduction.MISSING AN ASSIGNMENT: Group Activities, Bookwork, Worksheets, Projects or Portfolios submitted after the due date will be accepted without penalty if you have legal or medical documentation that can be provided to your instructor, or, it is a globally recognized religious holiday. Transportation issues, preplanned or unplanned trips, work schedules/meetings, etc. are NOT acceptable excuses for missing class and/or any assignments. If any Group Activities, Bookwork, Worksheets, Projects or Portfolios are submitted after the due date without legal or medical documentation, the score will be dropped by 10% of the letter grade for each day beyond the due date. For example, if an assignment is due on the 14th and it is submitted on the 16th, the assignment grade will be lowered by 20% of the letter grade since it was submitted 2 days late. If you completely miss an assignment, it will be given a grade of zeroACADEMIC HONESTY: Each student is expected to be in complete compliance with the college policy on academic honesty as set forth in the admissions catalog/the student handbook. Providing information to another student or receiving information concerning exam content is considered cheating. The professor reserves the right to determine the appropriate penalties within St Petersburg College's academic honesty policies. and & RESOURCES: SPC offers free tutoring to all degree-seeking students to help review core concepts, tackle tough homework assignments or prepare for tests. From one-on-one tutoring to online resources, SPC offer tools to help you succeed and make the most of your academic experience.On Campus tutoring/Learning Support Commons: or help online by subject: Thinking - Live, Online TutoringSPC students can get online tutoring through Smarthinking, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Sign into MyCourses and enter into one of your classes. At the bottom of the page, there will be a box for SPC Resources and a link to Smarthinking will be listed.DISCLAIMER: Any of the above policies are subject to change within the semester including but not limited to changes in the syllabus, course calendar, evaluation procedures and any assignments; changes can be made by the discretion of the professor via email, or by posting an addendum in MyCourses, or by verbally making an announcement in class. Students are responsible for all class materials and any announcement(s) made in class whether or not they are/were present on that day.See the Tentative Schedule WeekDateLessons Covered1 8/141.2 – 1.428/211.5 – 1.738/281.8 – 1.104 9/41.1159/111.12 – 1.1469/181.15 – 1.16, 2.1679/254.5, Cycle One Quiz810/22.3 – 2.5910/92.7, 2.9-2.101010/162.11 – 2.131110/232.14 – 2.151210/30Cycle Two Quiz, 3.31311/63.5, 3.71411/133.8 – 3.91511/203.10, Cycle Three Quiz1611/27Work on Final Project ................
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