1. Welcome To LSC-Tomball Independent Study Math Course*
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Welcome To LSC-Tomball Independent Study Math Course
Yes, it really is an independent study course!
MATH 0308
Section W2
Beginning Algebra Orientation
Theresa Fritzel
Online:
at home or
at one of the Lone Star College campuses
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2. Is Independent Study Right for you?*
Is Independent Study Right for you?
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Benefits
You set your time to study
You determine the pace – HOWEVER:
must show progress
must finish course within the semester
Disadvantages
Much harder than a lecture course
No lecture time
You teach yourself
Textbook
Online resources
Webpages I created
Easy to procrastinate and fall behind
Major Requirements for success
Self-discipline
Good study habits
Should I take an online course?
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3. What Materials do I need?*
What Materials do I need?
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A computer with internet access
A valid, working address
MyMathLab Student Access code for the following text:
Essential Algebra Skills by Elayn Martin-Gay, Custom Edition for Lone Star College, Pearson Publishing Inc.
This code and workbook are good for 0306, 0308 and 0310
Current combo text has a Mustard and Red cover
Previous (but acceptable) combo text has a Blue and Red cover
You are purchasing an access code and getting a free workbook/text that cannot be returned
LSC – Tomball, LSC – UP, LSC – North Harris bookstores
Supplementary materials
Calculator (not required for 0308, required for 0310)
TI-84 plus, TI-84, TI-83, TI-83
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How Much Time?
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64 total hours OR
4 hours (or more) each week in Fall and Spring
7 hours (or more) each week in Summer
Reading your book/course materials
Working odd problems in the book
in MyMathLab (MML)
Working assigned – graded - homework (at home)
Taking tests (at testing center)
in Desire 2 Learn (D2L)
Studying materials (at home)
Taking the final exam (REQUIRED at testing center)
in math center for tutoring help (if needed)
2 hours study/1 credit hour
4 credit hour class = at least 8 hours of study each week
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How often?
Online = Flexibility
Every day
Three times a week
Twice a week
Weekends only
Minimum required but no maximum
Accrue time at your own pace
Must finish all materials by the last day of class
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When are things due?
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In D2L, there will be a printable “schedule” as well as start dates listed in the D2L Calendar tab under Resources
Homework assignments
Available all semester
Due on the last day of class
Worked in MyMathLab from home
Test dates
Suggested attempt date is posted to keep you on track
Available all semester (once they open)
Due on the last day of class (please don’t wait that long)
Major exams worked in MML at testing center closest to you
For out of state or overseas students, me externally or contact me in D2L after the class begins for information on setting up a testing center for you.
Final exam worked in D2L at testing center closest to you
Withdraw date
Holidays
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7. What will we be covering?*
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What will we be covering?
We will be covering the following in 0308
Chapter 8 – Real numbers and Intro to Algebra
Chapter 9 – Equations, Inequalities and Problem Solving
Chapter 10 – Graphing Equations and Inequalities
Chapter 11 – Systems of Equations
Chapter 12 – Exponents and Polynomials
Chapter 13 – Factoring Polynomials
Chapter 14 – Rational Expressions
Review materials posted in D2L in the Content Tab
Do assigned homework in MyMathLab (at home)
Work the practice exams posted in MML or D2L
Tested on concepts, definitions, and processes
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MyMathLab Resources *
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Chapter Contents Section
Complete textbook
Student Solutions Manual
Worked problems for every chapter
Word Problem Workbook
Further explanations on word problems that are seen in this course
Student Organizer link
Printable pages that help you “organize” your notes, study plan, and
Tools for Success
Basic Math and Algebra Review cards
Graphing Calculator help
Study Skills Builder pages from the text
Guided help links in the homework area
“Help me solve this” link
“View an example” link
Lecture video link
“Ask my Professor” link – sends me a message and I reply to you.
Make sure you can also work problems without these aids as they will NOT be available to you on exams.
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9. Math Tutoring available at:*
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Math Tutoring available at:
LSC-Cy-Fair
LSC-Fairbanks Center
LSC-Greenspoint Center
LSC-Kingwood
LSC-Montgomery
LSC-North Harris
LSC-Tomball
LSC-University Park
Click here for more information
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10. Resources at LSC-Tomball*
Resources at LSC-Tomball
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Other campuses will most likely have similar resources. Check out the learning center closest to you for more information.
Supplemental Books and Exercises
Use in Math Area
May be checked out
C230 circulation desk
Ask first
Free worksheets and handouts
Manipulatives for the kinesthetic learner
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Preparing for Exams
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Read your text
Review the materials posted by exam in D2L – Content tab/Course Content/Modules 1 through 4
Work the graded homework in MyMathLab
Need Extra Practice?
Rework homework problems...they change each time you access them
Work the study plan exercises. These are NOT graded. They will be similar to the graded Homework and will show you which areas you need more work in.
Work the odds in your book and check their answers
Work the practice exams
The exams are built directly off of the practice tests.
Not on the practice test? Won’t be on the exam.
Use Math Center resources
Free Tutoring
Manipulatives
Study Aids
Use online tutoring Brainfuse
Access through MyLoneStar Under the LSC-Online button
Use online resources when doing homework in MyMathLab
Take tests when indicated
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Taking the Exams
Online (MML main exams, D2L Final exam) in any approved Lone Star College Assessment Center
If you are currently out of state or overseas, we can set up testing in your location.
Contact me in D2L once the course begins for more information.
All of the testing centers in LSCS will have a full roster list and passwords so you can go to any center that works best for you.
Know the hours of operation for your chosen center
Click here for testing centers and hours
Photo ID required
I need to know that it is you
No id, no test
Calculators are helpful and allowed
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What will I be graded on?
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Online homework assignments in MyMathLab at home
33 homework assignments
100 points total
Chapter tests online in D2L at testing center
4 tests, 100 points each
400 points total
Final Exam online in D2L at testing center
Cumulative, 150 points
650 total points
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Grading Policy
A % %
B % %
C % %
IP* or F** < %
*IP means you completed the course work but didn’t make the required 69.5% to pass
** Reasons for a failing grade:
No consistent progress
Don’t log enough hours
Don’t take the final exam
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15. First, since we will be doing all of our communication through email:*
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How do I get started?
First, since we will be doing all of our communication through
me with a current address and include the following:
You must "agree" that you understand how an independent study online course will be different from an “in class” course
list how you think an independent study online course will differ from a lecture course
Send this note to:
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How do I get started?
Second, because your exams and your final will be administered at Lone Star College testing centers using MML and D2L and we will use D2L for secure communication:
Go to LSC-online to get your D2L login and password if you don’t already know it
Click on the “Secure Login” link
This is a yellow button in the Login to your online classes box at the right of the page.
Next to the username box, click on the “Forgot your Username?” link
Fill out the form with the information requested and you be given your D2L login and initial password.
You may be asked immediately to change that password for security reasons.
Login to D2L and look at the home page.
Our course will show up after you take the mandatory Orientation provided through the D2L website.
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How do I get started?
Third, because your homework and main exams will be completed in MML for a grade:
Obtain a new MyMathLab student access code
If you were in 0306, 0308 or 0310 last semester, your account should still be active and might already be tied to this code. Test it before purchasing a new MML student access code.
Purchase from LSC-Tomball or LSC-UP bookstore
Purchase directly from MyMathLab
Using the student code, register for and login to MyMathLab
Course id for the “Homework Course” and the zip code for LSC-Tomball:
Please note that this code is my last name “fritzel” followed by 5 numbers
FRITZEL58406
Enter the course, click on the Installation Wizard
Prove that you have accessed MyMathLab
Send me an inside D2L and describe how to access the graded homework assignments
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Summary:
Using your current external address, drop me a note and include the following:
"agree" that you understand how the online course will be different from an “in class” course
list how you think an independent study online course will differ from a lecture course
After the class has begun:
Login to MyMathLab and register for our course
Send a message to me through D2L indicating how you access the graded homework assignments in MyMathLab.
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19. How to be successful in Independent Study Courses*
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How to be successful in Independent Study Courses
Be Goal oriented; don’t procrastinate, no excuses
Verify understanding of concepts with instructor or tutor
Do your homework BEFORE exams
Work graded MyMathLab assignments nightly
Extra, non-guided practice - odds at the end of each section in the textbook!
Practice good study skills
MyMathLab now has a section under chapter contents called “Student Organizer”.
While you won’t have a class to take notes in, you can use the organizer in combination with the text and help pages in D2L.
Two hours of study for each hour of “class”
Follow Dr. Nolting’s test taking strategies (video in LSC-Tomball Math Lab)
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