MATH 212Elementary Mathematics II Doug Gardner, MATH DEPARTMENT
Winter 2017Riverside Campus Rogue Community College
Meeting Information: Time: 1:00 – 2:20 pm Location: HEC 212 (Mo, Tu, Th) RVC B-17 (W)
Instructor: Doug Gardner, Mathematics Instructor
Phone : 245-7505 Email: Office: 301 Hours: 12:00 – 1:00 Mo-Th
Website: and by appt. (in tutoring
Prerequisites: MATH 20, RD30 (or COMPASS test of ≥ 82)center on Wednesdays)
Prerequisites: MATH 211, RD30 (or COMPASS test of ≥ 82)
Text: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers, Musser, Burger & Peterson., 7th ed., Wiley Publishing
Tools and Supplies: 8.5x11 notebook paper, scientific calculator, ruler (inches & centimeters)
Course Description: Second course in elementary mathematics. We will cover K-8 mathematics, not simply that you may be capable of doing it, but rather that you may deeply understand it and be capable of confidently teaching it. The primary goals of the course are to teach you to think mathematically, solve problems, increase your mathematical confidence, and ideally even enjoy this wonderful subject. The course will emphasize a conceptual rather than a procedural understanding of mathematics; put simply, we will look at why it works not simply how.
Course Objectives:
1.Problem solving: finding numerous methods to solve problems and getting comfortable with the process of moving from ignorance to mastery.
2.Probability and Statistics
3.Discover the numerous methods and conceptual underpinnings for basic operations (+,-,×,÷) with fractions, decimals & integers.
4.Work with ratios, proportions and percents
Evaluation and Scoring:
3 Chapter Tests & Final Exam ……………….…………. 50% Grades will be updated after each
Homework ………………………………………………...25%test as a pdf file, available at my
Labs/Projects/Classroom Experience …………………..25%website, according to student number
Random extra credits will be assigned during the term … 2 or more will raise your grade 1% at the end.
Tests: must be taken on the scheduled day unless prior arrangements are made. Failing to show up on test day without notice will result in a 20% deduction. If you have an A in the class and an A test average after the last chapter test, you have an A for the class and do not need to take the final exam.
Homework: Due on dates listed on the calendar. Late work will not be evaluated, even if you are absent, unless prior arrangements are made. You may work/consult with classmates, but the work you turn in must be your own.
Labs/Projects/Classroom Experience: No adjustments will be made to deadlines without arrangements made prior to the due date.
•Labs will involve making probability simulation games in excel
•There will be 2 presentations: (1. A probability-based casino game made with excel and 2. A lesson of your choice from the topics in chapters 6-7)
•You will spend approximately an hour/week in an elementary classroom during their math time; assisting with the lesson and tutoring students at the teacher’s discretion.
Suggestions:
1.Read the chapter before we discuss it in class so you are able to ask good questions and assimilate the material more completely.
2.Do your assigned homework the day we cover it not the night before it is due.
3.Ask questions, be curious and connect what you are learning to life beyond the classroom.
4.Attendance is critical … email me if you have to miss … I like to know.
Mathematics Style Sheet for Homework
- Use 8.5 x 11 lined notebook paper for exercises and graph paper for graphs. Spiral notebook pages with torn edges unacceptable.
- Write on the one side of the paper in one or two columns onlyand staple them together in order in the upper left corner.
- On the first page in the upper right hand corner, write the following heading: your first &lastname, math course, and the HW assignment number & sections (refer to the diagram below).
- Justify and show the means by which you arrive at your answers using equations, pictures, calculations, geometry, algebra steps, and/or technology.You will not receive full credit if your answer is not supported by work that is legible and organized.
- Answer every part of the question … credit will be assigned for everything you are asked to do.
- Place a box around your final answer. It won’t be graded if you do not do this!
- Where appropriate, write your answers in complete sentences with units attached to the numerical results.
- Basic idea is that I want your answers and their presentation in a professional and easily understandable format … make this your clearest and best work!Points will be deducted for disorganized and sloppy work.
First page only
COURSE CALENDAR
WEEK / MONDAY / TUESDAY / WEDNESDAY / THURSDAYJan9-12 / 10.1 / 10.3 / Lab1 (due 1/17) / 10.3
Jan 16-19 / NO CLASS / 11.1 / Lab 2 (due 1/24) / 11.1
Jan 23-26 / 11.2 / 11.2 / Lab 3 (due 1/31) / 11.3
Jan 30-2 / 11.3 / 11.4 / Lab 4 (due 2/14) / 11.4
Feb6-9 / CH 10/11 TEST / 6.1 / Lab 4 (due 2/14) / 6.2
Feb 13-16 / 6.2/6.3 / 6.3 / Lab5 (due 2/28) / 7.1
Feb 20-23 / NO CLASS / 7.2 / Lab 5 (due 2/28) / 7.3
Feb 27-2 / 7.4 / Presentations / Lab6 (due 3/14) / CH 6/7 TEST
Mar 6-9 / 8.1 / 8.2 / Lab 6 (due 3/14) / 9.1
Mar 13-16 / 9.2 / 9.3 / Lab 7 (due 3/22) / CH 8/9 TEST
Mar 20-23 / Presentations / REVIEW / Lab 7 (due 3/22) / FINAL EXAM
Math 212 Homework Assignments with Due Dates
CAUTION *** all problems are from PROBLEM SET B 8th edition ***
HW #1: 10.1B(pg 459): 4a,6a,9a,14a,b,25; 10.3B(pg 504): 3,12,13,15,18;(DUE Jan 17)
HW #2: 11.1B(pg 529): 3,8a,c,d,9c,d,11a,b,d,13c,17a,20,24; 11.2B(pg 546): 2a,7,8c,11,12,20,24;
11.3B(pg 558): 1a,3c,7a,b,10,18,25a,c,28b; (DUE Feb2)
HW #3: 6.1B(pg 252): 1a,2i,8a,b,10c,11b,12b,17,27; 6.2B(pg 263): 1,2,8,9,11c,12a,17,18;
6.3B(pg 278): 3,7b,12c,b,14,15d,e,26,27 (DUE Feb 16)
HW #4: 7.1B(pg 295): 1b,2a,3c,4c,9d,10c,17a,d; 7.2B(pg 307): 1a,b,2b,d,6d,8b,10a,13b,15b,d,e;
(DUE Feb 23)
HW #5: 7.3B(pg 317): 4b,6b,c,7b,e,9e,11b,13,15,18,20a,23a;
7.4B(pg 332): 4c,e,5c,e,6f,7c,10a,b,e,20,22,25,32 (DUE Mar 2)
HW #6: 8.1B(pg 355): 6a,11b,c,d,20; 8.2B(pg 371): 1b,3a,c,9b,e,11a,b,13c,16a,b,30; (DUE Mar 9)
HW #7: 9.1B(pg 396): 2d,5c,8c,9b,11b,12,13,; 9.2B(pg 414): 1e,f,8c,18b,19b,23a;
9.3B(pg 429): 1a,c,e,5c,d,6b,7a,14b,15aii,19b,24 (DUE Mar 16)
General Expectations:
Student Support Services: As situations and needs arise, please visit other student support services on
campus such as the Library, the Bookstore, Student ACCESS Center, Disability Support Services, Veteran’s
Administration, Counseling and Career Center, Learn & Earn, Federal Work Study, Student Employment
Center, and Financial Aid Office.
The Academic Learning Center: (Tutoring Center in the G-building) is available for any math students who seek help. The math and science tutors are scheduled with variable availability from 8:30am to 5:00pm Tu-Th. Seek out the tutors who are providing help at the math level you need. The tutors are there to explain possible problem-solving methods and algebraic principles. The tutors are not expected to do homework for you.
Attendance and Responsibility: If you are not able to attend class, it is your responsibility to obtain all material missed. Each student is expected to attend regularly, take notes, ask questions in class, & participate in activities. If you miss too many classes (more than 50%), you will not be allowed to hand in late homework or take tests you missed. If there are complaints or questions about the rules, expectations, grading, or tests, please talk with me outside of class about your concerns.
Classroom Behavior: Simply put…be nice to me AND each other. All students are expected to follow usual academic behavior and participate in an orderly manner. Please come to class ON TIME, wandering in or out of the classroom is not acceptable behavior. Common courtesy and civility prevail as stated in the RCC Student Code of Conduct in RCC Schedule of Classes. Cell phones should be off during class.
Plagiarism: Cheating, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty are unacceptable and are subject to disciplinary action which may include a zero for the test or homework, a failing grade for the course, or expulsion from RCC, depending on the severity of the case.
Regular Study Time: Budget an hour or more each day to “practice” your math skills. If you don’t, your brain will explode. Students are greatly encouraged to form study groups and work together to understand, discuss the material, and check the answers and process on homework assignments. Course Compass homework will be checked by the computer on-line multimedia resource.
Americans with Disabilities Act: "Any student who feels that he or she may need an academic accommodation for a disability, such as vision, hearing, orthopedic, learning disabilities, psychological or other medical conditions, should make an appointment with the Support Services Office. (Located in the Wiseman Tutoring Center at the Redwood Campus or Building G/207 at the Riverside Campus.)"
It is the responsibility of a student having a documented disability to inform the instructor of any needs for accommodation by the end of Week 1. All students are graded on the same basis in this course. Students needing help with this should contact Dr. Guerin Fisher at 245-7537 in the G building in Medford or Ms. Bonnie Reeg at 956-7213 in the WisemanTutoringCenter.
If accident, illness, or other crisis interferes with completing the math course this quarter, it is recommended
you drop the class by official withdrawal "W". Incompletes generally will not be given. If 75% or more of
the course work has been successfully completed, incompletes might possiblybe given for a special case
that is evaluated on an individual basis, but not in lieu of a poor grade.