• Online math classes are not easier than taking the class in the classroom. If this was a traditional MAT221 class, we would meet 4 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 means at least 20 hours a week.   Remember how much time you are saving because you are not driving and then sitting in class.  Please do not take this class because you think taking it online 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 in and the announcements posted in the announcement folder in Moer, or by email.  You are responsible for reading all of the announcements. 
• Some students think that an online course will be “easier” than an on-ground course. In reality, succeeding at an online math course requires commitment, perseverance, good organizational skills and the ability to work on your own without a teacher reminding you of what’s due! You should expect to spend about 20 hours minimum each week on this class doing the following:
  1. Review the Learning Objectives for the chapter
  2. Read the assigned section in your textbook. Take notes as you read the textbook.
  3. Watch the assigned videos for the week. Take notes as you watch the videos.
  4. Complete any assignments for the week.
  5. Complete any assessments (tests, midterm, final exam) for the week.
  6. Go over your completed assessments and review them paying special attention to any problems missed.
  7. Contact your instructor, or go to the tutoring center for any extra help needed to successfully complete the week’s assigned tasks

Be prepared to spend a minimum of 20 hours a week outside of class where you will be learning, practicing, studying, reading, watching, etc. related to this class. The following lists an overview of what you should be doing each week:

• Read the sections from the links or textbook that are assigned for the week
• Review the learning objectives to be sure you know what you will be asked to learn and practice
• Watch the video lessons for the assigned sections and COMPLETE the NOTES
• Upload your notes
• Ask questions, seek tutoring, attend office hours, or watch supplemental videos if you are not understanding the content
• Complete the assigned homework 
• Be sure to use ALL resources provided so you can be successful!  Manage your time wisely!
• Complete any review assignments to 100% (70% or higher is required) so you practice what will be assessed on the test
• Complete any test without using any notes, answer keys, or other resources. If you are using these additional resources on the unit tests, you are going to find it very challenging when you get to the proctored midterm and final exam, which are the largest percentages of your overall grade!
• Complete any assigned quizzes.  Again, you may take these quizzes an infinite number of times within that quizzing “window” or timeframe, and you will keep your highest score, so please utilize that opportunity to maximize not only your grade, but also your learning!

• Manage your time efficiently. It is best to schedule the 12+ hours of the required time throughout the week.  
• Do not wait until the due date to start assignments, for example!  It is recommended that you schedule blocks of 3-4 hours on several days per week to successfully complete this class.
• Plan to use tutoring or office hours.  Plan AHEAD!
• Revisit the video lessons, completed notes, textbook, additional resources, etc. for further clarification
• Use the reviews and assignments to review for tests, including the proctored midterm and final
• Manage your time effectively!!
  

Students engaging in the following are subject to disciplinary sanctions outlined in the PVCC Catalog, Student Policies Section

• Acts of Dishonesty; examples include:
• Plagiarism
• Furnishing false information
• Falsifying records related to coursework
• Forgery, alteration, misuse of any college document
• Tampering with the election of any college-recognized official
• Disruption or obstruction of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary proceedings, or college activities.  An instructor can remove a student from class for disciplinary reasons.
• Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, coercion and/or conduct that threatens the health or safety of any person.
• Attempted or actual theft
• Failure to comply with direction of college officials or law enforcement officers
• Unauthorized possession, duplication or use of keys to any college premises
• Violation of federal, state, or local laws on college campus or at college sponsored activities
• Use, possession or distribution of narcotics or other controlled substances
• Use, possession, or distribution of alcoholic beverages, or public intoxication
• Illegal or unauthorized possession of firearms, explosives, weapons, or dangerous chemicals
• Participation in a college demonstration that disrupts the normal operations of the college
• Obstruction of the free flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic on college premises
• Conduct which is disorderly, lewd or indecent
• Theft or other abuse of computer time
• Abuse of the judicial system

• All of the regular course work will be completed online.  Students enrolled in this course will use current technology in order to meet the requirements of this course. The use of technology includes computers, learning management system, content specific software, technology based instructional tools, and other technology resources.  The use of technology is to provide a flexible delivery method to online students and to enhance the learning of mathematics.  Students will be required to use Moer, web browsers, manage emails, and a variety of online learning tools.  You will be required to have an email account for this class and to check it regularly. 
• You will be required to gain access to Moer to complete all course work.   This is where all of the math assignments will be located.  There is no cost for this access, and it includes, videos, and an eBook. PVCC Canvas can be accessed here:  https://maricopa.instructure.com/login. Additional ways to contact me through email is located there.
• You must also have a valid email for this course.  You can use the gmail account (maricopa.edu) through PVCC that all students have.  Please visit http://google.maricopa.edu  or view this video if you need help to activate this email account.  http://www.phoenixcollege.edu/current-students.   
• Your [email protected] email account is the official form of communication between PVCC and you. You are responsible for reading college messages and responding accordingly.
• You are responsible for reading all the announcements and emails that I send you.  You are also responsible for maintaining your own computer, email account and Internet Service Provider account.  
• The Paradise Valley campus has computer facilities in the Q Building and in the computer commons.  If you use these facilities it is your responsibility to plan around the building hours.
• A graphing calculator is required for the course.  The TI-84 will be used in class and in the videos.    

• PVCC offers an Honors Achievement Award to students who have completed 12 credits (numbered 100 or higher) at any MCCCD college and have a Maricopa Community College GPA of at least 3.25. 
• Benefits of this program include membership in the Honors Program, small class sizes, up to $325.00 award/semester, special academic opportunities and enrichment, trips, and social events, as well as transcript recognition. 
• Any students who qualify for this award should contact the Honors Center, K101 – 602-787-7888.

Classroom Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) and its associated colleges are committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities to students with documented disabilities (e.g. mental health, attentional, learning, chronic health, sensory, or physical). Each class/term/semester that a student is in need of academic adjustments/accommodations, the qualified student is required to work with the Disability Resources & Services Office (DRS) at their individual college(s). Contact with the DRS should be made as soon as possible to ensure academic needs are met in a reasonable time. New and returning students must request accommodations each semester through DRS Connect online services. To learn more about this easy process, please contact your local DRS office.

 If you have not yet established services through DRS, but have a temporary health condition or permanent disability that requires accommodations, you are welcome to contact DRS by using the information listed on the following webpage: https://district.maricopa.edu/consumer-information/disability-resources/contacts.  The DRS offers resources and coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and/or temporary health conditions qualifying for accommodations/academic adjustments.  Reasonable accommodations are established through an interactive process between you, your faculty, and DRS; and only those academic adjustments/reasonable accommodations granted by the DRS are recognized by the college and District.  It is the policy and practice of the MCCCD to create inclusive and accessible learning environments consistent with federal and state law.