Before you get started
Make sure that this is the right type of course for you. Taking a distance learning math course requires a lot of commitment and you will be in charge of your learning in a different way than a traditional lecture class. In an ONL distance-learning section of a course, students learn mathematics primarily using pre-recorded lectures from the eText, eText, and activities implemented electronically, rather than in a face-to-face classroom.
There is a survey that I would like you to take. The assessment of the survey will help you determine whether or not this type of class setting will be appropriate for you. Keep in mind there are a lot of factors that play a role in your success in this course and the following survey is to help you determine your aptitude for distance learning.
After you have completed the survey, and you still feel as if this is the right type of course for you, you should begin by clicking on the Start Here link and go over all the content. As you read through the syllabus and content under the Start Here link, make yourself aware of the assignments and expectations that I have for you. If you allow yourself plenty of time to think about the material, you will find it much more interesting and enjoyable. A reasonable amount of time (for any college class, but especially for math) is three hours outside of class for every hour in class. You have made up your schedule this semester to include your classes at certain times every week. You should now include on that schedule certain regular hours for study—three hours of study for each hour you are in class. If you do not do this, you will not do as well in school as you are capable of, and you will find it more frustrating than it should be. For this distance learning class in a typical 16 week semester, you should devote 12-16 hours per week. For a 12-week semester course, it should be 16-22 hours and 20-26 hours per week if you are taking this over the summer. Once you have finished the orientation quiz, please get started.
Orientation
Read all the information on the syllabus and start here link provided in Blackboard. Once you have finish reading all the information you will need to answer all the questions on the orientation quiz in Blackboard. You must complete the orientation quiz before the end of the 1st week of the semester. You may be dropped from your course if you don't complete your orientation on time. If you have any questions please contact me.
Once you have completed your orientation you may start the course early if you like.
Computer Requirements
Minimum Computer Requirements
• Internet connection: Cable/DSL, T1, or other high-speed for multimedia content; 56k modem (minimum) for tutorials, homework, and testing.
• Memory: 64 MB RAM minimum
• Monitor resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher
• Plug-ins: You need certain plug-ins and players from the MyMathLab Browser Check or Installation Wizard (found inside your course).
For more information, visit the site http://www.mymathlab.com/system.html from the computer on which you intend to work.
You will need adobe reader and any word processor program (MS word preferred)
To submit the handwritten homework submissions you may write out your work and scan them and attach the file under the assignment submission. Please view the Handwritten Homework Submission section for more information.