2017 Fall Course Syllabus - Mathematics 0701.004
Course: Mathematics 0701.004.
Course Title: Elementary Algebra.
Time: MWF 4:00 - 5:10.
Place: Wachman 206.
Instructor: Doreen Wald.
Instructor Office: Wachman 550.
Instructor Email: doreen.wald@temple.edu
Instructor Phone: (215) 204-7995.
Course Web Page: learn.temple.edu
Office Hours: MWF 1:20 -2:20.
Prerequisites: Placement is based on the Placement Test score.
Textbook: Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning; MyMathLab for Charles A Dana Center, Pearson ISBN-13: 978-0-1-446748-1; ISBN-10:0-13-446748-5.
Course Goals: This course surveys a variety of mathematical topics needed to prepare students for college level statistics or quantitative reasoning or for algebra-based courses. Topics include: numeracy with an emphasis on estimation and fluency with large numbers; evaluating expressions and formulas; rates, ratios, and proportions; percentages; solving equations; linear models; data interpretations including graphs and tables; verbal, algebraic and graphical representations of functions; exponential models. This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements.
Topics Covered: Topics include concepts of numeracy, proportional reasoning, algebraic competence, probabilistic reasoning and quantitative reasoning in personal finance and civic life.
Course Grading: Tests 1 - 4 (15% each); Final Exam (15%); Homework (10%); Notebook (5%); Attendance (10%).
Exam Dates: Test 1 - Monday, September 18; Test 2 - Wednesday, October 11; Test 3 - Friday, November 3; Test 4 - Monday, Dec. 11; Cumulative Final - Thursday, December 14, 3:30 - 5:30 pm.
Attendance Policy: Be present and on time!! I do not distinguish between excused or unexcused absences. If you are not here, you are simply not here and you are missing instruction. Attendance is mandatory and more than four (4) misses (or partial misses) might result in a drop. Partial misses include tardies and/or leaving early. If you do miss a class, it is your responsibility to contact me or another student for assignments before the next class. Work assigned during your absence and due the next class meeting is due for you as well.
Make-up Exams: Missed exams must be made up wthin one week of the missed exam. Proper documentation must also be presented.
Tutoring: Free one-on-one tutoring is available throughout the semester at the Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS) located at 1810 Liacouras Walk, 2nd Floor. The CLASS offers a wide range of services to help students succeed at Temple and beyond. Peer Tutors can assist you with learning the content, and Peer Academic Coaches can help you develop your overall learning and study skills. Check out all that the CLASS has to offer by stopping by 1810 Liacouras Walk, Room 201, or online at www.temple.edu/class Free tutoring is also available through the Math department. A schedule will be distributed when available.
Common Final Exam: The final exam is scheduled for Thursday, December 14 (Harrisburg - Tuesday, December 19). Do not miss it. If a student misses the final exam, he or she will not be allowed to take a make-up exam unless there is a documented emergency.
Use of Electronic Devices: All cell phones and other personal electronic devices must be turned OFF during class sessions.
Exam Security Policy: Under no circumstances is the use of personal electronic devices such as phones, computers, smart watches allowed during exams. All such items must be stowed away and out of sight for the duration of the exam. Any student found with such a device during an exam will not be allowed to complete the test, will receive a score of ZERO for the test, and will be reported to the Student Code of Conduct Board. In addition, under no circumstances, will students be allowed to bring in any kind of papers for use during the exam. Should a student need extra paper during a test, the proctor will provide it. Any student found using papers that they themselves brought into the exam will not be allowed to complete the test, will receive a score of ZERO for the test, and will be reported to the Student Code of Conduct Board.
Any student who has a need for accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact me privately to discuss the specific situation as soon as possible. Contact Disability Resources and Services at (215) 204-1280, 100 Ritter Annex, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
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