2021 Spring Course Syllabus - Mathematics 1019.002
Course: Mathematics 1019.002.
Course Title: Lab for College Algebra.
How this course will be taught: Virtual.
Time: TR 9:30 - 10:20 am.
Place: ZOOM (Meeting ID: 931 2769 0601).
Instructor: Kelli Shepard El Jones.
Instructor Office: ZOOM (Meeting ID: 942 2383 5443).
Instructor Email: kelli.jones@temple.edu
Instructor Phone: N/A.
Office Hours: MW 12:00 - 1:0 pm (please request ahead of time).
Prerequisites: Placement test Math GQ/1015 ALEKS placement.
Textbook: There is no textbook required for this course, however students are encouraged to use OpenStax: Intermediate Algebra 2e, as well as other Algebra books to which they have access, to supplement their learning.
Technology specifications for this course: A working computer with a reliable internet connection, a Webcam, and audio capability. Recommended Internet Speed: 8mbps download & 5mbps upload. You can test your connection at https://www.speedtest.net. Please note: Hard-wired connections are more consistent than Wi-Fi for Zoom sessions. A scanning app such as AdobeScan or CamScanner is required as is access to Zoom and Canvas (the Canvas app is also recommended).
Limited resources are available for students who do not have the technology they need for class. Students with educational technology needs, including no computer or camera or insufficient Wifi-access, should submit a request outlining their needs using the Student Emergency Aid Fund form. The University will endeavor to meet needs, such as with a long-term loan of a laptop or Mifi device, a refurbished computer, or subsidized internet access.
Course Goals: This course is designed to supplement Math 1021: College Algebra and to provide support in intermediate algebra topics essential for success in this and subsequent courses.
Topics Covered: Topics include adding and subtracting fractions, solving linear equations and inequalities, solving compound inequalities, graphing linear equations, the laws of exponents, operations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, simplifying roots and rational exponents, solving and graphing quadratic equations.
Course Grading: Knewton Mastery: 30%; Assessments: 40%; Class Activities/Participation: 30%; This course is Credit/No Credit. A final average of 75% is needed to earn credit in the course.
Exam Dates: N/A.
Remote proctoring statement: Zoom, Proctorio or a similar proctoring tool may be used to proctor exams and quizzes in this course. These tools verify your identity and record online actions and surroundings. It is your responsibility to have the necessary government or school issued ID, a laptop or desktop computer with a reliable internet connection, the Google Chrome and Proctorio extension, a webcam/built-in camera and microphone, and system requirements for using Proctorio, Zoom, or a similar proctoring tool. Before the exam begins, the proctor may require a scan of the room in which you are taking the exam.
Attendance Policy: Attendance in class is required. More than three unexcused absences will result in a 5 point penalty applied to a student's final grade. A student with more than five unexcused absences will automatically earn No Credit for the course.
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To achieve course learning goals, students must attend in-person classes, and/or participate in classes or portions of classes that are taught remotely, to the extent that they are able. Though increased flexibility will be granted, in all cases, course assessments such as assignments, tests and exams must be completed for learning goals to be reached.
In order to facilitate contact tracing, instructors are required to ensure that attendance is recorded for each in-person meeting using an online attendance system designated by the university. Students who are exhibiting symptoms such as cough, fever, shortness of breath, muscle or body aches, headache, chills, sore throat, congestion, or new loss of taste or smell, or who have been in close contact with others who have symptoms, or who are engaging in self-quarantine at the direction of the Philadelphia Health Department, Student Health Services, or any healthcare professional, should not attend in-person classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a healthcare provider for COVID-related absences. For more information, see the Student Health Services COVID-19 site (opens in new tab/window).
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Online Classroom Etiquette: It is expected that each student attends every class on time for the full duration of each class and behaves, in the same professional manner, as if you are in a regular classroom. This refers in particular to your location and attire. It is not appropriate to eat a large meal, drink alcohol, smoke, or get up often during an online class.
Statement on recording and distribution of recordings of class sessions: Any recordings permitted in this class can only be used for the student's personal educational use. Students are not permitted to copy, publish, or redistribute audio or video recordings of any portion of the class session to individuals who are not students in the course or academic program without the express permission of the faculty member and of any students who are recorded. Distribution without permission may be a violation of educational privacy law known as FERPA as well as certain copyright laws. Any recordings made by the instructor or university of this course are the property of Temple University.
Knewton Alta Assignments: Knewton Alta is a mastery-based, adaptive learning system. Intermediate algebra topics necessary for success in College Algebra have been sorted into competencies for which students must demonstrate mastery in Knewton Alta. . You will access KA through Canvas. One term access is $40.
Assessments: Students will be assessed weekly on their understanding of the processes needed to complete necessary intermediate algebra content in support of college algebra topics. Many of these assessments will be completed in groups, so collaboration with peers will be an essential component of the course. Any student who does not earn a perfect grade on any assessment will have one week to submit corrections to earn full credit.
Class Activities/Participation: Students will be collaborating with their peers, and the instructor will act as a facilitator of these activities and collaborative exercises. Points will be assigned per each student's participation in these regular activities.
Make-Up Policy: There are no make ups for any coursework so absence will also result in a loss of points for any missed in-class work.
Tutoring: The Student Success Center (SSC) offers free tutoring for this course through the STEM Learning Lab. During tutoring sessions, tutors will work with you one-on-one to review and understand the concepts in this course. The tutoring service is available by booking an appointment online. You can learn more about the STEM Learning Lab, as well as other resources offered by the SSC, by calling 215-204-8466, by checking out studentsuccess.temple.edu, or by visiting our "Front Desk" Zoom room via the Meeting ID at 929-916-654.Tutoring is also available through the Math TA and CA Consulting Center (MCC).
Calculator Policy: No calculators may be used for any quiz.
Exam Security Policy: Under no circumstance is the use of a personal electronic device, such as a phone, computer, or smart watch, allowed during exams. All such items must be stowed 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 circumstance, will students be allowed to bring in any kind of paper for use during an 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 accommodations based on the impact of a documented disability or medical condition should contact Disability Resources and Services (DRS) in 100 Ritter Annex (drs@temple.edu; 215-204-1280) to request accommodations and learn more about the resources available to you. If you have a DRS accommodation letter to share with me, or you would like to discuss your accommodations, please contact me as soon as practical. I will work with you and with DRS to coordinate reasonable accommodations for all students with documented disabilities. All discussions related to your accommodations will be confidential.
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