Intermediate Algebra
DSPM 0850
3 credit hours
| Course Information | |
| Course Description: | This course is final preparation for college level mathematics. The student learns tools of intermediate algebra including application (word) problems. This is accomplished through completing homework assignments, quizzes, participating in discussions and optional chat and tutoring sessions, taking two exams, and using outside links to help. Besides these, the student may use tutorial sites and/or use local college tutors. |
| Course Objectives: |
Each student will learn to:
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| Prerequisites and Corequisites: | Prerequisite: Completion of elementary algebra, DSPM 0800, two years of high school algebra, or placement scores |
| Course Topics: |
2. Various Graphs and Functions 3. Systems of Linear Equations 4. Rational Expressions and Equations 5. Radical Simplification and Fractional Exponents 6. Quadratic Equations and Graphs 7. Use of Equations of a Line and Computing Distance 8. Linear and Compound Inequalities and Graphs 9. Solving Exponential Equations and Graphing Exponential Functions
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| Specific Course Requirements: | None |
| Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements | |
| Required Textbooks: |
See package at
the RODP virtual bookstore, go to
http://rodp.bkstr.com Note: This is probably not your local college's intermediate algebra textbook. |
| Supplementary Materials: | None |
| Hardware Requirements: | See the Regents' recommendations |
| Software Requirements: | See the Regents' recommendations, also other free downloads |
| Assessment and Grading | |
| Testing Procedures: | All exams and quizzes are online and are to be submitted to the instructor. Each student must find a proctor for his or her Midterm and Final Exam. Proctors are available at all TBR colleges. The proctor must put in a password and check a picture ID at the Exams. |
| Grading Procedure: | Your grade will be based upon various assignments decided upon by each instructor. Some percents may vary slightly from instructor to instructor. 25 % Midterm Exam (proctored) 25 % Final Exam (proctored) 50% Quizzes, lesson grading, and participation (including use of course and textbook websites) |
| Grading Scale: | 90-100---A 80-89---B 70-79---C 69 and below F Note: There are no D's in developmental mathematics. |
| Assignments and Participation | |
| Assignments and Projects: | All assignments with due dates are posted on the website calendar. The course outline provides links to future assignments for those who want to work ahead. |
| Class Participation: | Students must participate in
all interactive aspects of the course. Students must communicate with
other students on discussion. Students are expected to communicate
with the instructor as a learning resource.
Students must
login and check the course announcements frequently.
Students must read the website, the calendar, and use other required websites as a
resource. Students must complete homework assignments on time. Students
are required to write progress reports with each lesson and email these to the
instructor. Participation
and attendance will be monitored through WebCT.
Note: Online chats meeting at fixed hours may be offered and are all optional. |
| Punctuality: | There are strict deadlines for homework, for online quizzes, and for the Midterm and Final Exams. |
| Course Ground Rules | |
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Your instructor
will choose the homework assignments, and they will be graded.
Regular participation is required. Students must learn how to navigate in WebCT, keep abreast of course announcements, use the discussion areas, and use WebCT email as opposed to a personal e-mail address except in emergency. Completing homework and taking exams and quizzes on time is also required. Please report immediately to the technical staff at the RODP help number any technical problems. Always observe online course netiquette. |
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| Guidelines for Communications | |
| Email: |
Always include a subject line. Remember without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases. Use standard fonts. Do not send large attachments without permission. Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication. Respect the privacy of other class members. Do not use offensive words. |
| Discussion Groups: |
Review the discussion threads thoroughly before entering the discussion. Be a lurker then a discusser. Try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic.Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the discussion group. Be respectful of other’s ideas. Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks. Be positive and constructive in group discussions. Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner. |
| Chat (if used): |
Introduce yourself to the other learners in the chat session. Be polite. Choose your words carefully. Do not use derogatory statements.Be concise in responding to others in the chat session. Be prepared to go to the chat session at the scheduled time. Be constructive in your comments and suggestions. |
| Web Resources: |
Columbia Guide to Online Style by Janice R. Walker and Todd Taylor Citation Styles Online http://www.bedfordstmartins.com/online/cite6.html
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Library |
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| The Tennessee Board of Regents Virtual Library is available to all students enrolled in the Regents Degree Program. Links to library materials (such as electronic journals, databases, interlibrary loans, digital reserves, dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, and librarian support) and Internet resources needed by learners to complete online assignments and as background reading must be included in all courses. | |
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Students With Disabilities |
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| Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services staff at their home institution. Prior to granting disability accommodations in this course, the instructor must receive written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability services staff at the home institution. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with their home institution's disability services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation notice sent to the instructor. | |
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Syllabus Changes |
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| The instructor reserves the right to make changes in the syllabus if necessary due to time constraints or other unforeseen events. If this is necessary, members of the class will be notified as soon as possible by email or discussion. A posting will also appear on the homepage announcements block. | |
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Technical Support |
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For help with
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