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Instructors have provided the following information to generally describe what to expect in their classes.


Math

Class Format

Face-to-face sections are typically moderately-paced, whole group sessions with an emphasis on conceptual understanding.  Computational examples, applications, and theory are also included.  Students are encouraged to participate.

Online sections of Math are taught via college LMS and math program called MyMathlab . Online classes depend on the textbook, with videos in a few sections.  The online homework can be repeated for mastery.  Deadlines are enforced.  Most communication with the instructor will be by email.

Resource Use

Textbooks are essential in any online section or face to face math class.  For face-to-face classes in any other course or section, textbooks supplement the lecture (especially if you are absent), and provide practice problems.  In all classes, some textbook exercises may be part of the graded homework.

Calculators are allowed in most of the math courses.  In Math 120, a financial calculator is required.  In Math 171 and above, a graphing calculator is required.  In any other course, a scientific calculator is sufficient.

Computer software, whenever needed, will be available for student use in the Math Resource Center.  In Math 120, MS Excel will be used.  In any statistics course, statistical software will be used.  In any calculus course or beyond, Mathematica may be used.    In every math course, web-based materials may be used.

Online homework is incorporated in some of my math classes. Some classes may be assigned paper pencil homework.

Assessment

Most classes have homework in some form, 4 or 5 unit exams, and a final exam.  Math 120 will also have spreadsheet and discussion assignments.  Roughly 80% of the grade will be determined by the unit and final exams, and 20% by the homework and other material in the course.

Homework Policy

Due to fairness considerations, late work is NOT accepted.

Attendance Policy

Your absence may affect your grade because of your subsequent lack of knowledge and understanding.  However, absences are NOT part of the grading formula.  Makeup unit exams are not given after the exam date.  The final exam percentage will replace any missed unit exam.

Availability

I am only available by an appointment. Send me an email or call me to schedule an appointment.  Responses to emails normally occur within 12 hours, but possibly longer on weekends.