COURSE SECTIONS
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IMPORTANT LINKSCourse CalendarClick here to access our free online textbook: Intermediate Algebra by openstax
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SYLLABUSPurposeThis course is intended for students to become proficient in algebra, in order to build a firm foundation in preparation for MTH 111 Precalculus. Problem solving and applications will be emphasized throughout. MTH 111 requires a C- or better in MTH 101.
Course DescriptionLEC: (3 crs.) Introduction to: algebraic manipulation, solving equations and inequalities in one variable, plotting points and graphing elementary functions, interpreting and expressing mathematics. Intended for STEM majors who are not prepared to take MTH 111. Not for credit for mathematics majors, not for general education credit, and not open to students with a C- or better in MTH131 or MTH141.
Learning OutcomesAt the end of the course the student should be able to:
Grade DistributionFinal grades will be based on completion of the AEP, class assignments, WebWork homework, participation in weekly Discussion Groups, three evening exams, and a comprehensive final exam. The grade distribution is as follows:
Assignments will not be graded on a curve nor will any extra credit be made available.
Letter Grade DistributionFinal grades will be determined according to the following scale:
Algebra Enhancement Project (AEP)On the first day of class, you will take an Algebra Diagnostic Test. This test is graded pass/fail. You must score a 70% or above to pass and receive 50 points toward your final grade. If you receive a score less than 70%, you will be automatically enrolled in the Algebra Enhancement Project (AEP) through Sakai where you will be given the opportunity to earn this portion of your grade back. Any student who passed the Diagnostic Test may choose to participate in the program for supplementary algebra review without penalty to their grade. If you have DSS accommodations, please send your paperwork to your instructor before the first day of class in order to receive accommodations for this test. If you do not pass or do not take the Diagnostic Test, you will be automatically enrolled in the AEP Project. This project will be offered entirely online through the separate Sakai Project Site AEP for MTH101 Spring 2020. The AEP provides six mini online lessons that help to enhance your algebra skills. Each lesson is followed by a multiple choice quiz. Completing these quizzes gives you the opportunity to earn back the full 50 points toward your course grade. You need to complete the AEP with 70% or better to receive all 50pts. If you receive less than 70%, you will earn that equivalent percentage of points. For example, if you earn 60%, you will receive 60% of 50pts, or 30pts total.
Weekly Discussion GroupsYou will be required to particpate in a weekly Discussion Group assignment which can be found and completed through Sakai. Discussion Groups assignments will be required for each full week of scheduled classes. You will have the opportunity to earn up to 10 points each week. There are no makeups for missed work except in documented or approved situations, but there are some extra points built in as a way to help make up for any missed assignments. You are expected to attempt the worksheet after you have reviewed the previous weeks content and attempted the homework for those sections. Completion of these assignments is mandatory, and repeated or unexcused missed assignments will negatively impact your grade.
WebWork HomeworkOnline homework will be administered using the free system WebWork. Log in at: https://webwork.math.uri.edu/webwork2.mth101_fall2019/ Your username is your URI student ID number, and your default password is the first eight letters your last name in all lowercase letters. Ignore spaces and characters other than letters. Use your entire last name if it contains eight or less letters. Some examples: Tim Smith, Jr., password: smithjr Bob Jones-Smith, password: jonessmi John O'Sullivan, password: osulliva Please change your password as soon as you log in. For all technival questions about WeBWork, please email: mth111webwork@gmail.com (note the email says mth111 even though we are mth101). Content questions should be taking to tutoring or your instructor. Most weeks, scheduled assignments will be made available on Mondays at 12:00am and will be due ten days later on Wednesdays by 11:59pm. There are some weeks that homework is due on a Tuesday due to a holiday or semester schedule. Please see the course calendar for specific due dates. There is no late or partial credit for homework. Policies for the CourseAttendance Expectations
Makeup Policy
Electronic Devices Other Policies:
Academic Honesty PolicyCheating is defined in the University Manual section 8.27.10 as the claiming of credit for work not done independently without giving credit for aid received, or any unauthorized communication during examinations. Students are expected to be honest in all academic work. The resolution of any charge of cheating or plagiarism will follow the guideline set forth in the University Manual 8.27.10-8.27.21, http://web.uri.edu/manual/chapter-8/chapter-8-2/. Special NeedsAny student with a documented disability should contact your instructor early in the semester so that he or she may work out reasonable accommodations with you to support your success in this course. Students should also contact Disability Services for Students: Office of Student Life, 330 Memorial Union, 874-2098. They will determine with you what accommodations are necessary and appropriate. All information and documentation is confidential. Academic Enhancement CenterThere is help available from the Academic Enhancement Center (AEC). The AEC offers tutoring (both walk-in and appointment-based types) and academic coaching. For more information on AEC services and study tips, visit the AEC website at http://web.uri.edu/aec/. Incomplete GradeUniversity of Rhode Island regulations concerning incomplete grades will be followed. See University Manual sections 8.53.20 and 8.53.21 for details. Religious HolidaysIt is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to accord students, on an individual basis, the opportunity to observe their traditional religious holidays. Students desiring to observe a holiday of special importance must provide written notification to each instructor. Standards of BehaviorStudents are responsible for being familiar with and adhering to the published Community Standards of Behavior: University Policies and Regulations which can be accessed in the University Student Handbook (www.web.uri.edu/studentconduct/university-student-handbook/). If you must come in late, please do not disrupt the class. Please turn off all cell phones or any electronic devices. |