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Course and Instructor: Pre-Algebra Format: Classroom

Aggie Ramos-Doyle

Course Information:
Synonym Number: 68674 Credits: Three (3) Prerequisite: MAT 030 or Accuplacer score of < 45. Meeting Times and Days: 12:30 2:50, Tuesdays and Thursdays Class Location: Room 114, Edwards Campus Start Date: Tuesday, 10/9/12 End Date: Thursday, 12/13/12 Refund Date: Thursday, 10/18/12 Withdraw Date: Wednesday, 11/28/12 Course Title: Pre-Algebra Course Code: MAT 060 VE01 Semester: FALL, 2012

Instructor Information:
CMC Phone: (970)569-2931 Cell Phone: (970)618-6163 CMC Fax: (970)569-3309 E-Mail: adoyle@coloradomtn.edu Office Hours: Mondays, 1:00 to 4:00 PM; Tuesdays, 3:00 to 5:00 PM.

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Course Description:
Furthers the study of fractions and mixed numbers. Also included are vocabulary, operations and applications of ratio, proportion, percent, area, perimeter, US and metric measures, integers, and an introduction to algebraic expressions and the solution of basic first-degree equations.

III. Course Competencies and Objectives:

I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. Calculate using whole, fractional and decimal numbers both with and without a calculator. Demonstrate knowledge and usage of fractions and mixed numbers. (I) Demonstrate knowledge and usage of ratio and proportion. (II) Demonstrate knowledge and usage of measurement, area and perimeter. (IV) Demonstrate knowledge and usage of integers. (V) Demonstrate knowledge and usage of algebraic expressions. (Optional) (VI) Demonstrate knowledge and usage of basic first-degree equations. (Optional) (VII)

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IDEA Objectives
Colorado Mountain College evaluates classes based upon Individual Development and Educational Assessment (IDEA) objectives. The following are the IDEA objectives chosen for this class: 1. Gaining factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends). 2. Learning fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories. 3. Learning to apply course material (to improve thinking, problem solving, and decisions). 9. Learning how to find and use resources for answering questions or solving problems.

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Evaluation Methods and Class Management: Students will prepare and present an individual Student-Learning Facilitator contract by the end of the second class. Students will prepare and present an individual Learning Log and the end of each class session and/or submit a Homework Submission Sheet. A more specific grading matrix will be established by the class during its first session. A percentage breakdown will be developed for attendance, homework, quizzes, and tests.

Tentative Course Schedule NOTE: This schedule is subject to change at any time, depending on instructor evaluation of student skills/understanding/knowledge
Class Schedule (Draft)
Week 10 Week 9 Week 8 Week 7 Week 6 Week 5 Week 4 Week 3 Week 2 Week 1

Topic

Materials

10/9/12 10/11/12 10/16/12 10/18/12 10/23/12 10/25/12 10/30/12 11/1/12 11/6/12 11/8/12 11/13/12 11/15/12 11/20/12 11/22/12 11/27/12 11/29/12 12/4/12 12/6/12 12/11/12 12/13/12

Orientation & Review Fractions & Decimals Ratios & Pricing Equations & Proportions Applications & Similar Figures Assessments Percents Applications Percents & Interest Unit Analysis Weight & Conversions Time & Mixed Units 4.5 & 4.6 5.1 & 5.2 5.3 & 5.4 5.5 & 5.6 Chapters 4 & 5 6.1 & 6.2 6.3 & 6.4 6.5 & 6.6 7.1 & 7.2 7.3 & 7.4 7.5

THANKSGIVING Assessments Geometry Properties of Real Numbers Linear Equations (1 variable) Applications & Formulas Chapters 6 & 7 Chapter 8 9.1, 9.2, & 9.3 9.4 9.5 & 9.6

Final

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Class Websites
uring the first class session, students will be introduced to Canvas, CMCs new Learning Management System at http://cmclearners.edu20.org. The pre-established login will be your student ID and your password will be cmc _ _ _ _ _ _ (the last six (6) digits of your Social Security Number. Students will be able to check assignments, grades, class notes, etc. NOTICE: A student judged to have engaged in academic misconduct as defined in the Academic Policies and Requirements section of the Colorado Mountain College Student Handbook will, at a minimum, receive a zero for the work in question. The student may also be removed from the class, resulting in a failing grade. All student course material may be submitted to safeassign.com (or another anti-plagiarism program) at the instructors discretion. Academic Expectations, the Student Code of Conduct and Judicial Process and more information about academic misconduct can be found in the Student Handbook. Students are responsible for course materials from assigned text(s) and reading, lectures, labs, and other assignments as required. The instructor may alter any, or all, of this syllabus during the semester as the learning environment requires. Students will be notified in writing of changes. Attendance at all class meetings is expected. If you have a disability protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and feel you may need classroom accommodations based on the impact of your disability, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator on your campus. Alpine and Edwards Campuses: Deb Farmer at 970-870-4450 Aspen, Rifle, and Roaring Fork Campuses: Cheri E. White at 970-947-8256 Summit and Timberline Campuses (including Chaffee County): Sandi Conner at 719-4864200 Students wishing to withdraw from this course must INITIATE the course withdrawal/drop process at the site Registration Office. This class could be cancelled one week prior to the census date if a sufficient number of students are not enrolled by that date.

VII. Grading System & Options

Information about grading is available in the Colorado Mountain College catalog. You will receive a grade report for current semester courses at the end of each term. This grade report is mailed to your permanent mailing address. Reports are mailed approximately two weeks after the end of the academic term.

VIII. Required Course Materials

McKeague, Charles. Basic Mathematics with Early Integers. XYZ Textbooks. San Luis Obispo, CA. Purchase at http://www.mathtv.com/mathtv_store

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Virtual Library Information

You will find online articles, books and other library resources on the following web site: http://www.coloradomtn.edu/library/home.shtml.

Virtual Library Help Desk

If you need help with the Virtual Library, email reference@coloradomtn.edu or call Yuliya Lef at 800-621-8559, extension 2804.

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Evaluation Methods and Class Management (Further Information)

On the first day of class, students will negotiate the following grading criteria:
Percentage value of grading categories; Percentage loss for late turn-ins; Cut-off times for late assignment turn-ins; Cut-off times for make-up quizzes and exams Cost of the take-home portions of the exams; Cost for make-up quizzes and exams; Cost of Zombie Day (Each student is allowed to purchase one (1) per semester.); and Cost of Extra Credit submission.

Average of Attendance Scores

Being there is important ! Points for Attendance: On-Time 10 Arrived Late / Left Early 8 Excused Absence 5 Unexcused Absence 0

Average of Assignment Scores

The attached rubric explains the grading system for all assignments. No late turnins will be allowed during the last two (2) weeks of class. Points Time allowed for late turn-ins (days) % Lost for Make-up Cost of Make-Up*

45

Average of Quiz Scores

Each week we will have a quiz to assess where we're at. No quiz will have more than five (5) questions and will take place after we have a chance to review homework. Points / Question

Quiz Day: Time allowed for Make-Up (days)

% Lost for Make-up

Cost of Make-Up*

Average of Exam Scores

All Exams will be in two (2) parts: one take-home and one in-class (proctored). No make-up will be allowed on the final exam. Number of Exams

Take-Home Cost: Time allowed for % Lost for Make-Up Make-up (days)

Cost of Make-Up*

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Homework Assignment Grading Rubric

Ratings
Not Applicable Criteria 100% Unacceptable 20% Poor 40% Fair 60% More than one conceptual error. (Correctable) Good 80% One conceptual error. (Correctable) Made a couple of similar errors, but demonstrated understanding of the rules. Understands the tools but made a few errors. Excellent 100%

Concepts (5 points)

No clue

We need to start over.

Demonstrated understanding of the concepts

Rules (5 points)

No clue

Does not demonstrate understanding, but attempt is there. Has no idea of how to use the tools, but made a valiant effort. (Correctable)

Makes many

Followed the rules correctly

Tools (5 points)

No clue

Understands the tools, but not how to use them correctly.

Used the appropriate/requested tools correctly.

Task (25 points)

Less than 40% of the assignment was submitted

Submitted more than 40% of the assignment

Submitted more than 60% of the assignment Difficult to follow, but capable of being corrected. The work is there.

Submitted more than 80% of the assignment

Completed the assignment in its entirety

Presentation (5 points)

Impossible to follow.

Difficult to follow and correct

Legible.

Well organized, easy to read and correct. (Delightful)

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No No No No No No No No No No

Are you passing your class? Answer these ten questions to find out: Have you read your class syllabus? Have you purchased and received your textbook? (If applicable) Have you attended all of the classes? Have you arrived on time to each class you have attended? Have you completed your reading assignments? (If applicable) Have you completed your homework assignments? (If applicable) Have you been attentive in class and taken organized notes? Have you engaged in class discussions? Do you understand the material being presented? Have you scored a 70% or higher on tests and /or quizzes? (If applicable)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

If you answered no to three or more questions, you may need help to pass. Heres what you can do: Communicate .Talk about your difficulties with your instructor. Get organized. Write dates in your free student daytimer, set alarms, leave yourself notes. Get caught up. Do your reading, submit your assignments. Visit the learning lab. If you are struggling with the material this is a great resource. Visit a counselor. They have big ears and big hearts. If life is getting in the way of learning, they may be able to offer resources to help. Make an appointment at the Learning Services Desk. Drop the class. If you drop before the refund date, you will get your money back. If you drop after the refund date and before the withdraw date, you will not get your money back, but you will not have an F on your transcript.

Why is it important to do well in this class? Circle the reasons that are important to you: 1. You committed money to pay for it. 2. You committed time to register for it and participate in it. 3. You need it to graduate. 4. Its a stepping stone on which to build future skills and concepts. 5. A good GPA makes you eligible for many scholarships. 6. Good grades help in applying to other degree programs. 7. Doing well builds constructive habits that relate to good job performance. 8. Helps you earn higher wages in the job market. 9. Personal accomplishment. 10. Builds positive relationships with peers and instructors.

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