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Course Name: Intermediate Algebra
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Term/Session: FALL 2015 / Session 3
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Course Number: MAT 1033
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Reference Number: 530124
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Faculty
Contact Information
Instructor Name:
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Professor M. Hawando
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Office Phone:
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954-201-7900
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BConline Dept. Phone:
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954-201-7900
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Dept. Fax:
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954-201-7937
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Email:
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mhawando@broward.edu
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Course
Description & General Outcomes
A
continuation of algebra containing topics such as factoring, operations with
rational expressions, exponents, radicals, and roots, complex numbers; linear
and quadratic equations, and linear inequalities; graphs; systems of equations;
systems of linear inequalities; and
functions, all with applications throughout the course. A student must achieve at least a C in order
to enroll in the next level Math course. Click course outlines
for more details.
Only motivated students who commit to
completing assignments by the due dates should take this course. Since
the coursework is available to students twenty-four hours a day, seven days a
week, all assignments are expected to be completed on time.
If a student's personal computer
becomes inoperable, the student is still responsible for completing assignments
on time and must use an alternate computer. The student may use any of
the designated computers on the second floor in the
library at Central Campus, or in the Math Lab
in Building 52 - Room 203 and in the LRC, Building 62 in the
Library on North Campus. The good
news is that you can do your ALEKS work on any computer with Internet access.
The coursework will be presented online through an educational program entitled ALEKS. This program can be used on any computer with Internet access. The course code will be supplied during the orientation.
Methods
of Instruction
This
is a 3-credit hour fully online course with two on-campus proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured
online activities. The online activities
include optional readings, videos, handouts, discussions, weekly independent
learning through ALEKS, online quizzes, and proctored exams. See the course schedule for a detailed
description of activities. Students are
responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all of
the required assignments in a timely manner.
What makes this course so unique? The coursework will be presented through an educational program
called ALEKS. ALEKS is an online system that uses ongoing assessments to create
individualized lesson plans using an efficient and effective adaptive
assessment tool that quickly and precisely determines what each individual
student knows. Based on the assessment data, the system creates a learning plan
which includes explanations, videos, animations, and algorithmically generated
problems.
What does this really mean to you? This gives each of you an opportunity to
catch up. How many times have you looked at a math problem and although you
think you understand the new work, you are stuck on the old stuff? How
frustrating is that? How often do you get the opportunity to fill in the
missing pieces without being penalized? Well now is your chance. In this
course, I am going to let you fill in the gaps while doing the new work.
But
there’s a catch! You are going to have to work hard. You should expect to
spend at least between 10 and 12 hours each week to be successful in this
course. Depending on how much material you are missing will be how much harder
you have to work, but it will be worth it. Are you willing to take on this
challenge?
You will be required
to exercise a certain degree of self-learning throughout the semester. The
material covered in this course is the same material covered in a traditional
face-to-face class, plus catch-up work. You MUST have good math skills, be an
independent learner, and be able to use a computer, e-mail, and the Internet
with minimal assistance. Online classes are difficult, so please do not take
this class unless you are fully committed and ready to work.
Keep
in mind that in a face-to-face class, you would normally spend 3 hours a week in
class, plus about 6 hours outside of class reading and doing homework. (If you are coming from high school, you would
spend about 5 hours in class and 4 hours doing homework.) Therefore, expect to spend a minimum of about
9 hours a week on this course. Most
students spend between 10 to 12 hours a week depending on the topic. If
you cannot make that kind of commitment, please consider taking this course at
another time.
It
is very important that you maintain a disciplined study schedule since you will
be working, for the most part on your own. You must diligently finish all the assigned
homework in order to be successful in this course.
Course
Prerequisites
It is highly
recommended that you complete the Orientation to Online Learning to determine if an online class is a
right fit for you and to learn how to navigate the system. Upon
completion of the orientation, you will earn a certificate. Some
professors require you to submit this certificate during orientation, so make
sure to save it in an easily accessible folder on your computer.
This course has no
prerequisites.
Required
Course Materials
Required Text: NONE (A copy of the e-book comes with the course in
ALEKS. You can access the e-book
anytime you are logged into your ALEKS account.)
Optional Text: (Only purchase if you are the type of
student that needs to have a physical textbook.)
Title: Intermediate
Algebra
Author(s): Miller, O'Neill, & Hyde Publisher, Edition: McGraw Hill, 4th edition ISBN #: 978-0073384498 Books for online courses are available at the Central Campus bookstore A. Hugh Adams Central Campus Bookstore Admissions & Student Service Center - Bldg. 19 Tel: (954) 201-6830 Fax: (954) 201-6895
In addition, this
course utilizes the following required software or hardware tools:
1. ALEKS 360 - 18 week code for Intermediate Algebra ISBN #
978-1259219712
2. Headset or speakers |
Grading
Policy
The grade for this class will be calculated as
follows:
· 10% - Average
of 6 online graded quizzes
· 20% - Average
of 12 online intermediate weekly objectives in ALEKS
· 10% - Average
of 6 online discussions
· 25% - Midterm
exam taken in person at a proctored testing center
· 35% -
Cumulative Final Exam taken in person at a proctored testing center
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar
with all BConline policies and procedures related to your activity in this
course.
Broward College Policies
- Review the Broward
College Policies on topics
including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical
event procedures.
BConline Policies
- Review the General
Course Policies for topics
including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other
information.
Proctored Exam Policy
- This course may have proctored
exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate
pre-approved testing location. For
detailed instructions please visit our Proctored
Exam Policy page.
Technical Requirements
- Students taking an online course
are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical
Requirements page for a
complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
Course
Attendance and Participation Policy
During
the first week of class, you must complete the syllabus quiz from the online
orientation or you will be withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not
satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students
who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are
still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of
the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add
deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It
is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class
discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior
to the withdrawal date, you will be administratively withdrawn from class and
receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.
If
you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an
active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances
to your instructor. Ongoing
communication with the instructor is critical to your course success.
Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as
indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting
requirement. See the list of activities
required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
How
to Access the Course
Follow
these steps in order to log into their BConline course. Normally, the login date will be the first day
of the session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and paid
for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from
when you register and pay before BConline login is activated.
- Your BConline User Name is the
same as your BC email ID.
- Your BConline password is the same
as your BC email PIN code.
- If you need login information,
obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to
BConline.
Links to help you get
connected to BConline course(s)
- BConline login page
- Student
e-learning Resources
- Password Reset
- If your password does
not work or you forgot it, click this link to reset it: Student
Password Reset.
- If you need further
support, please contact the BC helpdesk at 954-201-7521 or helpdesk@broward.edu.
- Technical Problems
