Textbook for this course is Intermediate Algebra (5th ed.), Miller/O Neill/Hyde, McGraw-Hill, (printed textbook not required)

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Fullerton College Math 40 ONLINE - Intermediate Algebra Spring 2018 Section: 20807 Time: Online coursework via ALEKS through FC Canvas Instructor: Minh Bui Email: mbui@fullcoll.

1 Fullerton College Math 40 ONLINE - Intermediate Algebra Spring 2018 Section: Time: Online coursework via ALEKS through FC Canvas Instructor: Minh Bui mbui@fullcoll.edu Office: Phone: Office Hours: T (online office hours only)9:30 11:00am Tuesday online office ONLY Website: Textbook for this course is Intermediate Algebra (5th ed.), Miller/O Neill/Hyde, McGraw-Hill, (printed textbook not required) Course Description: This course is appropriate for students preparing to take MATH 129 F, MATH 141 F, MATH 141HF or MATH 142 F. Topics include at an intermediate level: factoring, exponents, radicals, rational expressions, functions and graphs, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, logarithms, and conic sections. This course also meets the prerequisite for MATH 100 F, MATH 120 F and MATH 120HF. Prerequisites: MATH 020 F with a grade of "C" or better or math skills clearance. Course Materials: 1. ALEKS access register by Feb.5 or you may be dropped from the class. 2. PENCIL and eraser - please do all work in pencil 3. Scientific calculator graphing calculators and cell phones are NOT permitted. Cell phones or any other devices are NOT permitted. 4. Student ID is required for all campus exams. Student Learning Outcomes: MATH 040F Intermediate Algebra student will be able: 1. To identify an equation as linear, quadratic, radical, rational, exponential, or logarithmic, and solve the equation using an appropriate method. 2. To solve inequalities through algebraic means and graphing. 3. To perform operations on and simplify polynomials, rational expressions, radical expressions, logarithmic expressions, or exponential expressions at an intermediate level. 4. To evaluate a function with a numerical or variable argument, and produce the graph of the function by plotting points. Accommodated testing for students with disabilities: Fullerton College is committed to providing educational accommodations for students with disabilities upon the timely request by the student to the instructor. All students who have been authorized for academic adjustments / accommodations for examinations / tests should submit the proper authorizations forms within the first two weeks of the course. Disability Support Services functions as a resource for students and faculty in the determination and provision of the accommodations. To make arrangements for academic accommodations,

2 contact the Disability Support Services (DSS) at (714) in room 842 (behind the library & next to the mailroom). Course Structure: ALEKS Access through FC Canvas, Math 40, Modules tab Technical Support for ALEKS: support.aleks.com, or (714) Online Access: You must register in our ALEKS course by Feb. 5. Students not registered by Feb. 5 may dropped from the class. ALEKS includes an electronic version of the text, so you do not need to purchase a printed textbook. Follow the instructions on p. 7 of the syllabus to register in our ALEKS course. Access may be purchased directly through ALEKS using a credit card (about $89 for 18-week access). You may also purchase a textbook package in the FC bookstore for about $119 which includes a printed textbook and a 52- week ALEKS access code. If you are on an EOPS grant, you will need to purchase this package at the bookstore. ALEKS can be accessed using tablets and smartphones, but desktop or laptop computers are recommended. Online Learning: This course is being taught as an online course. That means it is a course taught entirely online, offered via Aleks through FC Canvas website. If you follow the weekly schedule of assignments and keep up with the readings in the text, you should have a very successful experience in taking this online course. Online courses are very different from face-to-face (traditional) classes. Students who are successful in taking online courses must be highly organized, self-motivated and able to stay on schedule. Learning online can be a challenge for students, especially if it is their first online course. Students must make adjustments in their learning strategies. In the classroom, you may be used to taking notes in a lecture and in the online environment collaborative learning is heavily stressed. Students must also contend with technology and differences in communication. Communication: Every student is assigned a college account and PIN (Personal Identification Number). In a course of this type, it is important that I am able to communicate with you via . Please do not change your address in the middle of the semester. The only way I can contact you is via the address you supply to ALEKS. It is your responsibility to update your address if it changes and to make sure that you input it correctly. To edit your address, click on My Account in the top right corner of the ALEKS screen. Grades will be determined on the performance of completed homework, chapter tests, quizzes, and a comprehensive final. I ll honor with the below grading scale. Grading Scale: Categories Points Total Percentages 3 online Tests 100 each 300/30% 90%-100% -A 1 on campus Test /10% 80%-89% - B Homework 20 each 80/10% 70%-79% - C 4 online quizzes/chapters Review 20 80/10% 51%-69% -D ALEKS Objective 15 each 60/10% 50%-Below F ALEKS Pie Progress 10 each 40/5% 1 on campus Final /25% Course Requirement:

3 1. ALEKS Objectives (15 points per chapter tests) 10% of grade Objectives are due the night before the test at 11:59 PM. The ALEKS system will not allow you to work on an objective after the due date. Any topics you do not master within one objective will pour over into the next. That means if you do not finish an objective on time, you will lose points and make your next objective longer, so be sure to keep up with the schedule. Your score is based on the percentage of the objective that you complete on time. 2. ALEKS Pie Progress 5% of grade Points are awarded at four times during the semester for making progress in your ALEKS pie: By 02/15 - target is 74 topics (10 pts) By 03/22 target is 136 topics (10 pts) By 04/19 target is 60 topics (10 pts) By 05/10 target is 17 topics (10 pts) Total number of topics in pie is approx. 287 Online Homework: You are responsible for understanding all assigned homework problems. So, practicing your homework problems is a great way to get ready for your chapter tests. Homework is assigned each week. Homework is due the days BEFORE test days at 12 midnight. (See the timeline at the end of the syllabus for more detailed information.) Working in order of the timeline is required. NO LATE homework will be accepted! Online Quiz/Chapter Test Review: (10 points): There will be 4 online quizzes/ chapters test review (10 points each). Quiz is due the night before test at 12 midnight. While working on online tests, you will have no help buttons. Once a test is submitted, there is no going back to continue. If you need to exit a test and finish later, simply close the window without submitting. Your answers and problems will stay intact until you return. Also, after submitting a test, you may retake it again to improve your score. The exam is one hour long. In fact, you may take your online tests 2 times. Only the best score counts toward your grade. Exams policy: There will be four chapters exams (3 online and 1 on campus midterm) and one comprehensive final throughout the semester, with no opportunities for making up ALL missed exams. The exam will cover all of the material since the previous exam. On Campus Test: Student ID will be required for all campus exams. Final: All students are required to take the final exam to pass the class. You will be required to complete your final exam on campus. The final exam is comprehensive over the entire semester. The final exam is on Fri, May 25 from 5-7pm in Rm No make-up for exams. Exception will be considered in the events of emergency such as unexpected illness, the loss of an immediate family member, etc. In any events, documents will be required to validate your absences. (No documents=unexcused absence) So please plan accordingly and make sure to be present on exam days. If you miss the final exam you will automatically receive an F in the course. No Excuses!! ALEKS KNOWLEDGE CHECKS (5 extra points each) ALEKS is based on the principle of mastery learning. To determine which topics you have mastered and which topics you still need to practice, a knowledge check will pop up periodically. Knowledge checks also give you the opportunity to check off topics in future objectives by showing what you have already learned. If you miss questions you had previously mastered, you don t lose points on previous scores. But ALEKS puts those topics back into your pathway for you to practice.

4 Fullerton College Mathematics Help and Recourses: If you need help, please get it as soon as possible rather than waiting until it is too late. There is help available through: Math lab: The Math Lab provides a good study environment, video tapes for many courses, computers and homework help. Students will find instructors and qualified tutors available for assistance in solving mathematical problems from their math textbooks or in understanding mathematical concepts. The Math Lab is located in room 807 in the Library/LRC Mon - Thurs: 7:30 am - 8:45 pm Friday: Saturday: Sunday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Closed Fullerton College Tutoring Center: provides free tutoring by faculty-recommended tutors on a walk-in basis and by appointment. It is on the 1st floor of the new Library/Learning Resource Center (800 Building) in room 806. For more information about The Tutoring Center, call (714) Online Tutoring: FC students can get 7 hours free online math tutoring per semester. Go to tutoringcenter.fullcoll.edu, and click Online Tutoring on the left. Withdrawal and Drop Policy: To be considered active in this course, each student must stay current with the due dates. If you fall behind 2 or more weeks you may be dropped. Withdrawal from the class through the Admissions Office or Fullerton College MyGateway is the student s responsibility. Do not assume that I will drop you from a class. You may be dropped from the class for any of the following: **Not registering in the ALEKS course through Canvas by Mon. Feb. 5 **Expired ALEKS temporary access **Missing three or more weeks of ALEKS objectives IF YOU FAIL TO OFFICIALLY DROP and do not complete the course, YOU WILL RECEIVE AN F ON YOUR PERMANENT RECORD. Let s make sure this doesn t happen to you! Communication is the key. Do not just disappear from the course. Always let me know what is going on! Critical Dates for this Course *Without a W and qualify for refund Feb. 11 *With a W April 29

5 How to Succeed in this Course: Instructors are here to create a learning environment whether you learn depends on your willingness to listen, ask appropriate questions, and do the work necessary to pass the course. You will have to work hard to succeed in this course! You should plan to spend at least 12 hours per week studying for this course. This includes reading from the assigned list above and doing homework. Students often ask for advice about how to study and learn mathematics. There is no single best method, but here are a few suggestions. 1) Have a positive attitude: Negative thinking (I can't do this or I've never been good in math) or Indifference (I don't really need this stuff) are self-defeating and can stand in the way of accomplishment. Try to be positive and open to new ideas. 2) Do homework- Work problems of each Chapter Review Exercises. Homework problems alone may not be enough to prepare you for examinations. You should do as many problems as possible. Students who attempt to complete their assigned homework in classroom at the last minute often earn lower grades and are more likely to miss deadlines. 3) Pay attention to your mistakes. If you get a wrong answer, think of it as an opportunity to learn something. Don't give up--the fastest way to real understanding is to figure out why you made a mistake. 4) Record important terms and formulas. When you come to a new definition or concept, phrase it in your own words, make up an example, or draw a picture. 5) Keep track of the Big Ideas. For each chapter, try to summarize for yourself what you have learned--see if you can write down the most important ideas with names or labels you understand. You may not think the terminology or section titles are important, but using a label or name for each idea will help you retrieve that idea when you need it. Keep these to use as study guides for the test-these will be a big head start on your exam formula sheets. 6) Do not spend more than about minutes on any one problem. If you haven t solved the problem in this time, you are missing something and further effort is an inefficient way to use valuable study time. Go on to other problems and return to the difficult ones when you have had a bit more practice. 7) Form study groups. A small group of students working together can often exchange ideas and concepts to the benefit of everyone. 8) Seek help when you need. FULLERTON COLLEGE MATHEMATICS & COMPUTER SCIENCE DIVISION SELECTED COLLEGE POLICIES Cheating will not be tolerated. On my home page there is also a link to the FC Academic Integrity. Please read through it. As a faculty member I agree to abide by the tenets of this code, and expect all students to do so as well. You may also read them online at the Fullerton College website, (See school catalog). Please be sure that you have read these publications thoroughly. Violators will be dealt with according to the Fullerton College policy. Any student caught cheating or assisting another student in the act of cheating will receive an F grade for the assignment and/or the course. A grade of F assigned to a student for academic dishonesty is final and shall be placed on the transcript. If the student withdraws from the course, a W will not replace an F assigned for academic dishonesty. Academic disciplinary actions taken by the instructor based on alleged cheating may be appealed as specified in the Colleges Instructional Grievance Policy. You are advised to read the sections on Student Code of Conduct and Academic Honesty in the college schedule. ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY Students are expected to abide by ethical standards in preparing and presenting material which demonstrates their level of knowledge and which is used to determine grades. Such standards are founded on basic concepts of integrity and honesty. These include, but are not limited to, the following areas: 1. Students shall not plagiarize

6 2. Students shall not cheat 3. Students shall not furnish materials or information in order to enable another student to plagiarize or cheat. Instructors may deal with academic dishonesty in one or more of the following ways: 1. Assign an appropriate academic penalty such as an oral reprimand or point reduction. 2. Assign an F on all or part of a particular paper, project, or exam. 3. Report to the appropriate administrators, with notification of same to the student(s), for disciplinary action by the College. Such a report will be accompanied by supporting evidence and documentation. Repeated violations may result in students receiving an F in the course, suspension or dismissal from the College. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) STATEMENT Fullerton College is committed to providing educational accommodations for students with disabilities upon the timely request by the student to the instructor. Verification of the disability must also be provided. The Disability Support Services office functions as a resource for students and faculty in the determination and provision of educational accommodations. CHILDREN ON CAMPUS Children are not allowed on campus unless supervised by a parent or guardian. Children may not attend classes or computer labs (unless the course is specifically designed to include children). Children must be supervised so educational activities are not interrupted and may not be left unattended in common areas such as the library, student center, food services area, quad or college parking lots. EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATEMENT Take note of the safety features in and around the classroom. Also, please study the posted evacuation routes. The most direct route of exit may not be the safest. Running out of the building during earthquakes may be dangerous. During strong earthquakes, it is recommended to duck, cover, and hold until the quaking stops. Follow the guidance of your instructor. Your cooperation during emergencies can minimize the possibility of injury to yourself and others. FULLERTON COLLEGE CATALOG AND CLASS SCHEDULE The Fullerton College Catalog and the Class Schedule contain a number of policies relating to students that are important to you. Please be sure that you have read these publications thoroughly. You may purchase copies of these publications at the campus bookstore, or you may read them online at the Fullerton College website, STANDARDS OF STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE POLICY The standards of student conduct and disciplinary action for violation of Board Policy 5500 were approved by the NOCCCD Board on January 28, 2003, and were drawn in compliance with Sections 66300, 76030, 76033, 76034, of the State Education Code. Students are expected to respect and obey civil and criminal law and shall be subject to the legal penalties for violation of the city, county, state, and national law(s). Student conduct must conform to Board Policy and college regulations and procedures. As cited in BP5500, A student who violates the standards of student conduct shall be subject to disciplinary action including, but not limited to, the removal, suspension or expulsion of the student. Students have an obligation to familiarize themselves with the College s policies, rules and regulations and to conduct themselves in a reasonable, respectful manner, which is conducive toward attaining their educational goal. Upon registration, each student should obtain a copy of the College Policies and Regulations: Standards of Student Conduct and Discipline Policy. Contained therein are the policies approved by the Board of Trustees governing student behavior and the applicable penalties for violations of these policies. Copies are available in the Student Affairs Office, the Office of Equity and Diversity, all division offices, and the Student Services office. WAIT TIME FOR LATE INSTRUCTORS If, due to unforeseen emergencies, the instructor does not arrive at the scheduled start time for class, students are to wait for fifteen minutes (unless otherwise notified by the division). If they do not receive notification to wait for their instructor to arrive, after 15 minutes the students may leave with no penalty for absence or assigned work due for that class meeting.

7 Conclusion The rules established herein are not negotiable. The student s enrollment in this course shall be interpreted as his/her consent to abide by the guidelines stated above. These rules are in addition to those stated in the Student Code of Conduct published each semester in the Schedule of Classes. Any student who believes they have been subjected to an unfair action should first speak with his/her instructor. A formal student grievance procedure is also available as a last result. ****************************************************************************************************************** TENTATIVE SCHEDULE Homework & Exams Weekly Assignments Schedule: Since you are being provided with due dates well in advance, there will be no extensions for due dates for homework. Reasons such as AL was down will not be accepted. Note: If you have trouble using Internet Explorer, try using Firefox instead. *The weekly assignment is given by the number of the week specified by the first day of the week. Week 1 (01/29 02/05) 1. Read Chapter 1 (1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 2.3, 2.5, 2.6) 2. Do Homework for Sections 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 2.3, 2.5, 2.6 Week 2 (02/06 02/12) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 3.4, 3.5, Do Homework for Sections 3.4, 3.5, 3.6 Week 3 (02/12 02/18) Take Test 1 online (1 hour) for Chapters 1 3 before Sunday, February 18 th, 11:59pm. The test will be available on Friday, February 16 th, 8:00am. Week 4 (02/19 02/25) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 4.4, 4.7, Do Homework for Sections 4.4, 4.7, 4.8 Week 5 (02/26 03/04) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections Do Homework for Sections Week 6 (03/05 03/11) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 2. Do Homework for Sections 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4 Week 7 (03/12 03/18) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 6.5, 6.6, 6.7, Do Homework for Sections 6.5, 6.6, 6.7, 6.8 Week 8 (03/19 03/25) Take Test 2 on campus (1 hour) for Chapters 4 6 on Fri, Mar 23 from 5-6pm.

8 Week 9 (03/26 04/01) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 7.1, 7.2, Do Homework for Sections 7.1, 7.2, 7.3 Week 10 (04/02 04/08) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 7.4, 7.5, Do Homework for Sections 7.4, 7.5, 7.6 Week 11 (04/9 04/15) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, Do Homework for Sections 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4 Week 12 (04/16 04/22) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections, 8.5, 8.6, Do Homework for Sections, 8.5, 8.6, 8.7 Week 13 (04/23 04/29) Take Test 3 online (1 hour) for chapters 7-8 before Sunday, April 22 nd, 2017@ 11:59pm. The test will be available on Friday, April 20 th, 8:00am. Week 14 (04/30 05/06) 1. Read and Watch the Video of Sections 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, Do Homework for Sections 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4 Week 15 (05/07 05/13) Take Test 4 online (1 hour) for chapters 9 before Sunday, May 13, 2017@ 11:59pm. The test will be available on Friday, May 11, 2017@ 8:00am. Week 16 (05/14 05/20) 1. Review for Final Exam. Week 17 (05/21 05/25) Take Final Exam on campus (2 hours) for Chapters 1 10 Fri, May 25 from 5-7pm in Rm This syllabus is subject to change by the instructor.

9 How to register ALEKS IN CAVAS After completing the purchase, fill out the registration form to create a new ALEKS account. Check the box I have read and agree to the terms of the ALEKS User Agreement. Finally, click on the CONTINUE button.

10 Step 7: Once you complete the registration steps, you will be in our ALEKS course. You will go through a Tools Tutorial, (takes about 10 minutes), and will then be prompted to begin your initial knowledge check (takes about minutes). Step 8 - Initial Knowledge Check: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO DO YOUR BEST (without help) as this will determine which topics will be in your personalized ALEKS course. Do the initial knowledge check in one sitting where you can concentrate and do your best. You will need scratch paper. Takes about minutes. Step 9: If you registered with the temporary access code, you will need to submit payment within two weeks. **Log in to ALEKS (may need to log in directly at for this payment step only; otherwise always log in through FC Canvas) **On the next screen under the name of our course: REMEMBER: 1) The Temporary Access Code does NOT add an additional two weeks to your account. Once you purchase and activate a regular access code, two weeks will be deducted from that code length. 2) Be sure to purchase and activate your ALEKS access code BEFORE the two weeks expire. This will save you time and trouble!

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