INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRA
MAT 092 COURSE SYLLABUS
SUMMER 2016

You must gain access to MathAS (mathas.pvc.maricopa.edu) . This is an online program where all of the course materials and assignments will be hosted.  This program is FREE.
The printed textbook is optional. Very few students buy it because it can be viewed and printed free from within MathAS. If you want a printed copy of the text, you can purchase it online for about
$10 at http://www.lulu.com/shop/sousa-ck12/phoenix-college-mat091-introductory-algebra/paperback/product-20346157.html

There are video lesson lectures for each major topic covered in the course. You are expected to watch these videos before starting the Assignment.
There are example videos for most assignment problems that are similar but not identical. You must apply what you see in the video to the assignment problems.
The “Math Tutoring & Testing Center” located in building Q outside the math department.
Call 602-787-7740 for the hours. The tutors here only help with math. Web Site: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/mathassessment/
The Learning Support Center (LSC) located in E Building, Room 180 also offers math tutoring.
Call 602-787-7180 for more information. Web Site: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/lsc
The online course materials also offer a variety of learning resources.

Hybrid and online math classes are not easier than taking the class in a face-to-face setting, or in the traditional 2-3 day a week setting.  If this was a traditional eight week MAT092 class, we would meet 6 hours per week in the classroom plus homework and outside class activities. Students are expected to put in two to three hours of outside study time for each hour they are in the classroom. That is at least 15 hours per week.  Remember how much time you are saving because you are not driving every day. Please do not take this class because you think taking it in this format will be easier. The content is the same as a traditional math class.  This class may be more convenient but it is not easier. It will take more effort on your part. You will be expected to watch video lessons and example problems, read the textbook, take notes, keep an organized notebook, and practice what you learn by completing online assignments. This course will require you to manage your time well and dedicate yourself to learning the concepts. If you need help it is up to you to seek tutoring and keep your professor updated on your progress. The main form of communication from me will be in the message center. But I am also available via email or by phone. If you have not logged in for a while, I may email you and/or call you to find out why you are not getting your work done.

Assignments counts for 20% of your semester grade.
You are encouraged to keep a detailed notebook with notes and work from your Assignments.
If you get an Assignment problem wrong, you are allowed to redo it. You will get two attempts per question version. If you miss a question twice, you can work a similar problem for full credit. Assignment problems have an unlimited number of attempts per question. This means you can (and should) get 100% on every homework assignment.
It is important to spend time learning the concepts before you start the assignment. You should read the online textbook and watch the video lessons before you start your assignment.
Each Module has an optional practice test. This does not count as part of your grade, but serves as your study guide to assess your understanding of the major topics.
Each Assignment has a due date on the calendar (either Thursday or Sunday). It is important to complete all
assignments by the due dates. You can complete assignments up to 7 days late if you submit a late pass.
After you use the 10 late passes, you cannot submit work late. You submit a late pass by clicking the late pass link next to the assignment or test on the calendar page.
Your notebook is a valuable resource for the course. It is to your benefit to have a thorough and complete notebook
to help you study for the module tests and final exam.
You can always review the correct answers to an Assignment within each question or through your online grade book.

All tests are timed. Most tests have a two-hour time limit. Once you open a test, you must complete it. If you close the test, you will be locked out of the test.
Tests account for 60% of your final grade.
You may not use other people for assistance during the Tests.
You should do the following before you take a Tests to prepare yourself:
Complete all Required Assignments.
Complete the Optional Practice Test.
Rework problems you could not complete without help.
Each Test has two attempts for each question. No help options will be available during the test.
Each Test has a due date on the calendar and in announcements. You can complete a test up to 7 days late if you submit a late pass BEFORE the due date. After you use the 10 late passes, you cannot submit work late. You submit a late by clicking the late pass link next to the assignment or test. The link is not visible after the due date.
You can view your answers and the correct answers to each test though your online grade book, after the due date.

The tests and final exam are not proctored.  However, if you take an online Math class next, both the midterm and final exam WILL be proctored.  So, please do all the work on the tests by yourself without notes.  This will help prepare you for the next class.
Please do all the work yourself without help from others.  This will help prepare you for the next course.
You should not use your math notebook for the midterm or final exams.
The final exam is worth 20% of your course grade.
Late passes are NOT accepted for the final exam.