Summer 2014

MAT 0018C

Who, Where, When: / Professor:John-Michael Takashima
Math Lab Instructor: Cyndi Beltran
E-Mail:
Title / Course / Day/Time / Location / Credits
Developmental Math II / MAT 0018C / MTWR 1:15-2:50 / 6-203 / 3
Lab / TR3:00-4:05 / 7-112
Office Hours: / TBA
Required Materials
Developmental Math II: / Text:“Prealgebra” by Elayn Martin-Gay. This is the second custom edition for Valencia College. ISBN-10: 0321628861.
MAT 0018C Student Portfolio. This can only be purchased at the campus Bookstore.
Calculator: None required. Any calculator will be sufficient.
Lab: Activity Review Practice booklet for MAT0018C (handed out during the first lab)
Other Materials: Ruler, portfolio (min. 1 1/2” 3 ring binder) for note-taking and homework.
Access to: AtlasIMathAS.
Credit Hours: / Each student will receive 3 credit hours upon successful completion of the course.
(3 CR – MAT 0018C)
Course Descriptions: / Developmental Mathematics I:
Prereq’s: This is an entry-level course in Mathematics, emphasizing fundamental operations with applications to beginning algebra. This is the first course of three, designed to prepare students for first-year college level mathematics. Credits earned in this course do not fulfill any college level math requirements, nor do they apply toward any college level credit requirements.
Our Developmental Mathematics I is designed to work cooperatively to prepare students for higher-level mathematics by introducing specific mathematics study skills.
Dev Math I: MAT 0018C is an introductory math course which integrates a review of basic arithmetic skills with an introduction to basic algebra concepts. You will develop a math vocabulary and will use it communicatively, both orally and through writings. You will also become an effective problem analyzer and solver, using reasoning, algebraic and graphical techniques, and technology. In addition to class each week, you will also spend time per week in a lab, which is designed to allow you to work on activities (from the lab manual) that will reinforce and expand on the material that is learned in class.
Topics learned in this class include: Comparing Real Numbers, Order of Operations, Rounding, Evaluating Expressions, Simplifying Expressions, Solving Linear Equations, Graphing Linear Equations on a Number Line, Operations with Polynomials, Determining Perimeter, Area, and Volume, Proportions, Conversions in the Imperial System, and Specific Applications.
DM I – Textbook Custom Martin-Gay / Topics / Matching module #
Chapter 1 / Whole numbers / 1
Chapter 2 / Integers / 2, 5
Chapter 3 / Solving equations and Applications / 8, 9, 10
Chapter 4 / Fractions / 3, 5
Chapter 5 / Decimals / 4, 5
Chapter 6 / Ratios, Proportions, Percentages, and Applications / 6
Chapter 7 / Polynomials, Exponents, Area, Volume, and Measurements / 7
Core Competencies of a Valencia Graduate: / Valencia’s Student Core Competencies are complex abilities that are essential to lifelong success. This course will help you develop and demonstrate the abilities to (1) think clearly, critically, and creatively; (2) communicate with others verbally and in written form; (3) make reasoned value judgments and responsible commitments; and (4) act purposefully, reflectively, and responsibly. Due to the nature of these global competencies, many problems in math and activities will be presented in the context of an application. These applications will require students to select appropriate information from the problem and communicate effectively how to arrive at an appropriate solution for the problem.
Course Supplements: / This term you will learn to use your resources and the college’s support services effectively and efficiently. These resources are at your fingertips and all around you.
  • Textbooks, notes, and class assignments: We recommend that you keep all of your work in an organized fashion so that you may refer to them when necessary.
  • Your professor, Lab Instructor and SL Leader: Our goal is to give you the skills you need to succeed and to provide a comfortable learning environment. As your professors and advisors, we welcome all academic questions.
  • Your fellow classmates: Making connections with other students in the classroom fosters motivation, responsibility, and persistence (that means you come back the next term).
  • The Academic Success Center (ASC) is located on the first floor of building 4. It contains the Student Computer Center, Communications Support Center, Math Support Center, TutoringCenter, SPA, Testing Center and more.
  • The Communications Support Center has computers and printers for student use. There are tutors available toprovide help writing and proofreading assigned papers.
  • The Specialized Prep Area (SPA) provides walk-in help to students and is a great place to do your homework! Computers are available and connected to the internet. Tutors are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a place where prep math students can come to get extra help on VCC Prep Test topics.
  • The Tutor Center provides FREE one-on-one tutoring for many subjects. To take advantage of this service, you must sign up at the beginning of the semester, and a tutor will be assigned to meet with you once a week.

General MAT Policies:
Attendance: / Because so much of the learning in these classes is cumulative, interactive and participatory, attendance is a must! Attendance is required at your assigned class and lab time. You should be on time to each class and lab, complete all assignments, and remain in class for the entire time unless prior permission has been given by the instructor to leave early.
After one (1) absence, without adequate excuse, may result in withdrawal from the courses. If you are a Bridges student, Bridges staff will be notified. IF YOU WISH TO DROP THE COURSES, DO NOT RELY ON THE INSTRUCTORS TO WITHDRAW YOU. YOU MUST WITHDRAW YOURSELF!! Failure to take action could affect your final grade. Note: If you drop or are withdrawn from one course, you will be dropped or withdrawn from both. See “Withdrawal” information for deadline.
Students are responsible for all work presented when they are absent, and are also responsible for any announcements made in class. If due to an emergency you miss a class or lab, it is your responsibility to find out what was missed. Use your student contact names from the syllabus search.
Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals: 6Hx28: 4-07

90-94
Tardiness/Talking: / Tardiness/Talking is considered rude and is unacceptable. Please be on time to class. Students who persist on being tardy or leaving early will be dealt with on an individual basis.
Questions during class are always accepted as long as they are relevant to the lecture.
Persistent disruption (including ringing/singing/beeping/honking/vibrating cell phones)will be cause for removal from the classroom.
Make up/Late Work / It is our policy that you hand your work in early or on-time. Make up and late work will be accepted with documentation of an emergency (illness, jury duty, etc.) and is at the discretion of the instructors.
Electronic Devices: / (Phones, iPods, etc.): Please use them for academic purposes only! Many studies have shown that the brain needs to focus on one thing at a time, I think it should be math. If you have an emergency situation that requires your cell phone to be on, please notify your instructor at the beginning of class.
Class Participation: / You should consider being a student as a full-time job. You should attend all classes, labs, study sessions, participate in class, ask relevant questions, turn in assignments when they are due, and ask for help when needed from an instructor, tutor, or another student.
Expect to spend 10 – 15 hours a week on Math, outside of class time.
Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals: 6Hx28: 4-07

90-94
Student Assistance Program / Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. Valencia students can get FREE immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. BayCare Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia Student s and available 24 hours a day by calling 800-878-5470. Free face-to-face counseling is also available.
Withdrawal Policy: / Withdrawal Deadline: The withdrawal deadline for receiving a non-punitive grade of "W" is May 30, 2014. During a first or second attempt in the same course at Valencia, if you withdraw, or are withdrawn by the professor, you will receive a W (Withdrawn). You will not receive credit for the course, and the W will not be calculated in your grade point average; however, the enrollment will count in your total attempts in the specific course.
Note: A “W” may affect your eligibility for financial aid and your Bridges scholarship.
After the Withdrawal Deadline:
A student is not permitted to withdraw after the withdrawal deadline. A professor may withdraw you up to the beginning of the final exam period for violation of the class attendance policy in which case you will receive a grade of “W”. If the professor does not withdraw you, your grade will be what you had earned. Remember, failing to sit for the Final Exam will earn you an “F” for the course.
Withdrawal Policy, cont. / Before you withdraw from a course, you should be aware that course withdrawals:
  • Will increase the cost of your education
  • May affect your financial aid status
  • May affect your transfer grade point average
  • May result in your having to pay the full cost of instruction fee to retake the course
  • May affect your anticipated graduation date
  • May result in your being denied access to limited access programs
  • May affect your eligibility for the Honors Program
  • May affect your immigration status if you are attending Valencia on a nonimmigrant visa
  • Will result in your required repayment of course fees paid by a Bright Futures scholarship.
Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals: 6Hx28: 4-07

pgs. 93-94.
Academic Honesty: / All students are expected to be in complete compliance with Valencia Community College’s policies on academic honesty as stated in the Student Handbook. If any student is caught giving or receiving aid on a test or quiz, all students involved will receive a zero score for that particular assignment. Plagiarism is claiming as your own a paper, report, article or speech which in whole or in part was prepared by someone other than yourself. Students who plagiarize or cheat in any way, risk dismissal from class and/or expulsion from college.
Academic Dishonesty: 6Hx28: 8-11
In addition, please follow college policy relating to children on campus. Please make arrangements for childcare outside the classrooms or labs.
Students with Disabilities / Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a letter from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with their professor(s), preferably during the first two weeks of class.
OSD website: East Campus: 5-216
Final Exam: / There will be a comprehensive (covering the entire semester) final exam for Developmental Math I. Your final exam will take place on June 16, 2014 during your class time.Failure to attend the final exams will result in a grade of F (which can impact your GPA)!!
Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals: 6Hx28: 4-07

pgs. 93-94
Dev. Math II Course Specific Evaluation Policies: / Homework: Homework will be assigned after each section. It is imperative that you do the homework, as this serves as practice material for the tests. Exercises completed through IMathAS are also part of your “Homework” grade, unless otherwise noted.
Logging In
At the Login page, you will be asked to supply your login credentials (username and the password… math). You will also be able to select a Viewing/Accessibility option. You should choose: Force image-based display, should already be selected.
If you choose visual display and your browser does not support browser-based visual display, you be brought to a page explaining how to download the necessary plugins (for Windows Internet Explorer), download a compatible browser, or continue with image-based display.
This option is set for your current session only, so you can set them differently depending on the support offered by the computer you're currently working at.
Home Page
The home page lists the classes you're currently taking, and also has options for enrolling in a course, changing your password, changing your user info, or logging out of the system.
Tests: There will be four (4) Developmental Math II tests during the semester, each worth 100 points.If you know ahead of time that you are going to be absent the day of a test, you may schedule a time before that test date to take the test. If a student misses two tests, they will be withdrawn from the class. Test items may come from examples from class, examples from the text, homework exercises and/or lab activities.
Mathematics Portfolio Section: The portfolio’s contents are necessary parts for any mathematics course and as such they are a required part of this course.
The tabs in your notebook should be the following:
1.Notes: Everystudent is expected to keep accurate lecture notes each class meeting. (A sample of the way notes should be taken will be demonstrated during class.)
2.Homework: Completion of your homework assignments on a regular basis is crucial to your success in this class. Answers only will not be accepted.
3.Lab: Attached to this course is a separate lab, with its own work. This work will be collected and graded and will comprise your “Labs and Activities” grade, in addition to several in class activities. These are facilitated to reinforce concepts learned and gain addition practice. Your lab text will be given to you on the first day of labs. All labs must be received complete on the due date; late work is handled on a case-by-case basis. Working together is encouraged, but individual work must be turned in. Attendance in lab is mandatory! You will attend 2 lab sessions per week.
4.Test Corrections: Tests must be corrected and for each problem missed not only must you rework the problem, but you must also explain your correction so you will remember what you did wrong. Complete documentation is mandatory. (A test correction sample will be provided during class.)
5.Micrograde: Print the published grade book after each test. If there are any discrepancies with your grade you must bring it to the professor’s attention within one week of grades published. There will be 6 total.
6.Quizzes: Completion of your online quizzes and module assessments must be kept in this section of your portfolio. Answers only will not be accepted.
I do this… but you don’t have to.
You are required to self-grade and peer-assess someone else before the day of the test. The grading rubric sheet must be kept at the front of your first divider.
Think of the math portfolio as the Developmental Math I Course Insurance policy! If your portfolio is an A average and your online homework is an A average, your lowest test grade will be replaced by your final exam.
MAT Grading Scale: / The following scale will be used to determine your final grade:
A: / 90%+ / You must receive a "C" or better in Developmental Math II and either pass the Final Exam or have 100% on your 7 learning modules to be allowed to take any higher mathematics classes!!
B: / 80%-89%
C: / 70%-79%
D: / 60%-69%
F: / < 60%
Mathematics Weight Scale:
Tests and Quizzes: 38%
Homework: 7%
Portfolio 10%
Labs:15%
Modules: 5%
Final exam25%
Total100%
Disclaimer: / This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the professors.

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