1. Keys to success

2. Attend every class and be on time. There are no excused absences. If you miss class, then you must learn the material on your own. If you miss more than 20% of your classes you will automatically be withdrawn.

3. You are responsible for your own learning. 80% 20% 80% 20% Research/homework/study High School 80-20 rule College Learning from Instructor Learning on your own Learning from Instructor

4. Why? To learn one subject: High school in-class: 180 hours College in-class: 45 hours Difference: 135 hours (9 hours per week for 15 weeks)

5. Does homework really affect my grade? A person who passes homework is 6 times more likely to pass the class than someone who fails the homework. Do your homework. Homework counts 20%04060100 Other Assignments 5040485260 48566068 7056646876 8064727684 9072808492 100808892100 Final Grade

6. Each lesson is a building block needed for the next lesson. Do not fall behind.

7. Keep a good attitude. Turn negative thoughts into positive thoughts. "I can't do this." "I hate this." "I can learn to do this." "I need to learn this to meet my goal."

8. (1) This is not high school. You do NOT HAVE to go to college. You will pass ONLY if you learn the subject. (2)Assume that each math course is harder than the previous one. More complex math Less time in class to work problems. What you did to pass in the last class might not work for this class (3)3 strikes and you’re out! You can take a class only 3 times. (a 4 th time if the dean gives you permission) What can you do differently to assure that you will pass this time?

9. Other Class Rules 1. No cell phones 2.Keep track of the course schedule. 3.Respect your instructor and your classmates. No side conversations. Don’t always be the first to answer questions.