2019 Fall Course Syllabus - Mathematics 0701.001
Course: Mathematics 0701.001.
Course Title: Basic Math For Today's World.
Time: MWF 10:40- 11:50.
Place: SERC 108B.
Instructor: Nahed Hamid.
Instructor Office: Wachman 536.
Instructor Email: nahed.hamid@temple.edu
Instructor Phone: 215 204 7850.
Course Web Page: https://templeu.instructure.com/courses/61405
Office Hours: MWF 12- 1 pm , by a confirmed appointment.
Prerequisites: Placement exam.
Textbook: MyMathLab for Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning, Charles A. Dana Center.
Course Goals: Students will apply concepts of numeracy to investigate and describe quantitive relationships and solve real-world problems in a variety of contexts. To critically evaluate statements that appear in the media involving risk and arguments based on probability, ratios, rates, proportions, and scaling. To be able to critically evaluate quantitative information presented and judge it's usefulness.
Topics Covered: 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 represientations of functions; exponential models.
Course Grading: Homework: 15%, Tests 1,2,3 and 4: 15 % each of three highest of the four; Final Exam: 30%, Attendance: 10%.
Exam Dates: MWF classes: Test 1: Mon, 9/16; Test 2: Wed, 10/9; Test 3: Fri 11/1: Test 4: Fri 12/6; Common Final Exam: Thurs, 12/12 3:30-5:30.
Attendance Policy: Attendance is mandatory as most of the class is done in groups and your participation is needed. More than four absences might result in a grade drop. Attendance counts as 10% of grade.
Classroom Etiquette:: Our classroom will have an environment conducive to learning. Examples of disruptive behavior include, but are not limited to, talking while the instructor is teaching, discussing non-mathematical issues during class, coming to class late, leaving class early, using profane language, sleeping, not turning off electronic devices, using food, and/or tobacco products, etc.
Evaluation Method: -- The grade for this course will be based on: Homework: 15% Participation/Discussion/Attendance: 10% Test 1, Test 2, Test 3, and Test 4: lowest grade is dropped, three highest - 15% each Final Exam: 30% If Homework grade is higher than any test grade, that test grade can be replaced with homework grade. 1. Homework - MyMathLab needs to be purchased by first day of class to begin assignments: 2. Practice and Preview assignments will be completed online. Students must log in often and with a timely process to access and complete MML Preview and Practice assignments. . Note that homework is separated into two parts. 1) Practice Assignments: Homework over the lesson tasks and activities completed in class 2) Preview Assignments: Homework to prepare for what is coming up for the next class 3. Participation/Discussion/Attendance - Students enrolled are expected to participate as a learning community by being prepared for class, engaging in group activities, joining class discussions, communicating their understanding of mathematics, and explaining their work to others. Students are encouraged to read through the tasks and activities using a think-pair-share method. Students will be working either individually or in groups and finally discussing the material with the entire class. This is part of the learning process and participation from each student is required during and outside of class. 4. Tests - Four tests will be given during the semester as well as a final exam. Partial credit will be given if possible. Each student is required to take all exams, including the final exam. Quizzes on MyMathLab are an excellent source to review for all exams. 5. Final Exam - The final will be a comprehensive exam. A comprehensive final exam is mandatory for all students. NOTE: There is NO provision for earning extra credit in this course.
Tutoring: is available (and participation is highly suggested). STEM: Tuttleman (Info to follow) Math Dept: Wachman (Info to follow) Office Hours: 536 Wachman, MWF 12-1 pm.
Exam Dates:: MWF classes: Test 1: Mon, Sept. 16; Test 2: Mon, Oct. 9; Test 3: Fri, Nov. 1; Test 4: Fri, Dec. 6; Final Exam: Thurs, Dec. 12, 3:30 - 5:30.
Attendance Policy:: Because our interactive work in class is an important component of this course, class attendance is required. In the event of an ongoing illness, please contact the instructor as soon as possible. Students with 4 or more absences will have their grade drop by at least one letter grade.
Cell Phone Policy:: All cell phones and other personal electronic devices must be turned OFF during class sessions as well as during Quizzes and Tests. Texting is also prohibited during Class. If a cell phone is answered during a test, it will result in an automatic failure of the test.
Disability Resources:: 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. Freedom to teach and freedom to learn are inseparable facets of academic freedom. The University has adopted a policy on Student and Faculty Academic Rights and Responsibilities (Policy # 03.70.02) which can be accessed here. Students will be charged for a course unless dropped by the Drop/Add deadline date. Check the University calendar for exact dates. During the first two weeks of the fall or spring semester, students may withdraw from a course with no record of the class appearing on the transcript. In weeks three through nine of the fall or spring semester, or during weeks three and four of summer sessions, the student may withdraw with the advisor's permission. The course will be recorded on the transcript with the instructor's notation of "W," indicating that the student withdrew. After week nine of the fall or spring semester, or week four of summer sessions, students may not withdraw from courses. Students who miss the final exam and do not make alternative arrangements before the grades are turned in will be graded F. The grade I (an "incomplete") is reserved for extreme circumstances. It is necessary to have completed almost all of the course with a passing average and to file an incomplete contract specifying what is left for you to do. To be eligible for an I grade you need a good reason and you should have missed not more than 25% of the first nine weeks of classes. If approved by the Mathematics Department chair and the CST Dean's office, the incomplete contract must include a default grade that will be used in case the I grade is not resolved within 12 months.
Withdrawals and Drops: Please talk to me if you are planning to drop this course!!! Never attending or ceasing to attend classes DOES NOT constitute a withdrawal or drop. You remain registered until you file a Drop/Withdrawal Form by the appropriate deadline.
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.
Freedom to teach and freedom to learn are inseparable facets of academic freedom. The University has adopted a policy on Student and Faculty Academic Rights and Responsibilities (Policy # 03.70.02) which can be accessed here.
Students will be charged for a course unless dropped by the Drop/Add deadline date. Check the University calendar for exact dates.
During the Drop/Add period, students may drop a course with no record of the class appearing on their transcript. Students are not financially responsible for any courses dropped during this period. In the following weeks prior to or on the withdrawal date students may withdraw from a course with the grade of "W" appearing on their transcript. After the withdrawal date students may not withdraw from courses. Check the University Calendar (Opens in new tab/window) for exact dates. See the full policy by clicking here. (Opens in new tab/window)
The grade "I" (an "incomplete") is only given if students cannot complete the course work due to circumstances beyond their control. It is necessary for the student to have completed the majority of the course work with a passing average and to sign an incomplete contract which clearly states what is left for the student to do and the deadline by which the work must be completed. The incomplete contract must also include a default grade that will be used in case the "I" grade is not resolved by the agreed deadline. See the full policy by clicking here. (Opens in new tab/window)