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M098-002 – Introductory & Intermediate Algebra Fall 2011 9:20 – 10:20 Monday – Friday MathXL Course ID: XL0R-11Z5-401Y-4XS2

ASC 6, 7, 8 & COE 421/319 (Be careful to distinguish between the letter O and the number 0.)

Instructors:

Andrea Payne Learning Lab Office

apayne@msubillings.edu

Chairsty Stewart Learning Lab Office

cstewart@msubillings.edu

Lance Mouser Learning Lab

lmouser@msubillings.edu

Miranda Schmitt Learning Lab

miranda.schmitt@msubillings.edu

Wendy Weiland Learning Lab

wweiland@msubillings.edu

Text & Materials:

Elementary and Intermediate Algebra 3e by Carson, Gillespie and Jordan REQUIRED

MathXL Access Code REQUIRED

Carson Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/CarsonCombinedAlg#g/u

Additional Resources available in D2L: http://www.msubillings.edu/elearning/D2LLogin.htm

Catalog Description:

Prerequisite: Proficiency in basic mathematics.

Covers basic algebra concepts including terminology, operations on rational numbers, solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables, determining equations of lines, polynomial and function operations, operations on exponential and radical expressions, factoring, solving rational, absolute value, radical and systems of equations, solving and graphing quadratic equations.

This is a modularized course based on mastery learning in which students earn credit for each module (A - E) by examination.

Credits do not apply toward graduation requirements and do not fulfill General Education requirements. However, the credits do count towards enrollment status for financial aid.

Student Learning Outcomes:

MODULE A Perform arithmetic operations with real

numbers

Simplify linear expressions

Set up and solve application problems using ratios and proportions

Solve linear equations in one variable

Solve and graph linear inequalities in one variable

Solve absolute value equations

MODULE C Factor polynomial expressions

Simplify rational expressions

Solve rational equations

Solve a system of two equations with two unknowns

MODULE B Graph linear equations and inequalities in

two variables

Determine the equation of a line

Determine the equation of a parallel/ perpendicular line

Recognize functions and state the domain and range

Evaluate and perform operations on functions

Use the rules of exponents with integer exponents

Simplify polynomial expressions

MODULE D Simplify radical expressions

Use the rules of exponents with rational exponents

Solve radical equations

Simplify complex number expressions

Solve quadratic equations

Graph quadratic functions

Solve a formula for a variable

MODULE E Comprehensive final exam

Attendance Policy:

While no grade is given specifically for attendance, written assignments missed due to absences cannot be made up. 10% of each module grade is based on in-class activities.

Calculators:

CALCULATORS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN MODULE A! They may be used in other modules but are not required. Cell phone calculators are not allowed on exams.

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Cell Phone Etiquette:

NO TEXTING IN CLASS. We want students to be successful in this course and if they are focusing

on other things, it is difficult to learn. Please respect the learning process by silencing all electronic devices during class.

Course Design:

The semester is divided into a Review & Assessment period and four time blocks of 15 days each. The course content is divided into 5 modules.

Time blocks: Review & Assessment (4 days): September 7 –

September 12 Block 1 (15 days): September 13 – October 3 Block 2 (16 days): October 4 – October 24 Block 3 (15 days): October 25 – November 15 Block 4 (15 days): November 16 – December 9

Modules: Module A: Chapters 1, 2, 3 Module B: Chapters 4, 5, 8 Module C: Chapters 6, 7, 9 Module D: Chapters 10, 11 Module E: Comprehensive Final Exam

REVIEW & ASSESSMENT BLOCK: Students have 4 days (plus the weekend) to review and refresh skills using MathXL’s Pretests and Personalized Practice features.

All students begin with the Module A Pretest Part 1; 80% mastery required. Students are encouraged to master as many pretests as possible during the Review Block.

Refresher sessions are offered by instructors.

Review period ends Monday, September 12 at 2:00.

Credit for a module can be earned during the Review & Assessment Block by successfully completing all parts of a module pretest.

If a module pretest consists of more than one part, the module grade will be based on the average of the pretest scores.

“Testing out” of a module can only be done during the Review & Assessment Block.

MODULES: At the end of the Review Period, students will be assigned to the appropriate module.

A score of 100% is required on all MathXL homework assignments. All MathXL homework has the completion of the previous section as a prerequisite.

There will be quizzes after every 3 or 4 sections with 80% mastery required and a limit of 2 attempts.

The Module Exam may only be taken if ALL module assignments are completed by the due date. A minimum score of 80% is required on the paper/pencil exam administered at the end of each module; therefore, a module exam score below 80% is recorded as a 0 grade.

At the end of the Module time block, those students who have successfully completed their module’s requirements move to the next module. The other students reschedule into the same module; all assignments begin again.

Assessment & Module Grades

Students receive 1 credit for each module mastered. Module grades are determined as follows: REVIEW BLOCK:

When testing out of a module, pretest scores determine module grade. (Minimum score 80%) Modules A – D:

Module exam (Minimum score 80%): 90% of module grade

In-class assignments: 10% of module grade Module E:

The final exam grade determines the grade. (Minimum score 70%)

Grading Scale:

** University policy dictates that a grade of C- or better must be achieved to register for subsequent math courses.**

A: 93 – 100% B-: 80 – 82% D+: 68 – 69% A-: 90 – 92% C+: 78 – 79% D: 63 – 67% B+: 88 – 89% C: 73 – 77% D-: 60 – 62% B: 83 – 87% C-: 70 – 72% F: Below 60%

Students with Disabilities:

MSU Billings is committed to providing equal access. If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please meet with me so that we can discuss ways to ensure your full participation in the course. If you determine that disability-related accommodations are necessary, please contact Disability Support Services (657-2283; located in the Academic Support Center). We can then plan how best to coordinate your accommodations.