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Mediated Math 123/127

Instructor: Rebecca Michaud

Contact information

Email Address: rmichaud@cuesta.edu

Phone Number: (805) 591-6200 x 4505

Office Location/ Hours: N2423 or virtually @ https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/5559992355

Instructor Contact Expectations:

The best and fastest way to contact me is email. I will generally respond to your emails within 24 hours during weekdays only. During busy times of the semester, the response time may increase to 48 hours. On weekends, I will do my best to get back to you ASAP but I cannot guarantee an expeditious response.

Course Environment:

This online course will be using a Web-based Learning Management System Canvas as the method to disseminate information. Canvas provides the framework for the course including PowerPoint presentations, student data files, the tools to receive and send course materials, and a grade book. Using the communication tools, you can communicate using e-mail, and you can share materials and ideas with other course participants via the discussion forums and groups.

In addition, the computer software presents the course topics in a series of interactive lessons which correlate with the textbook sections. You can stop and start the lessons to fit your learning pace. The instructor’s role in class is to answer questions that come up as you view lessons, help with homework problems, and offer extra one-on-one instruction. There are video links for additional help that cover each Hawkes’ section we cover. They are located in the Hawkes software program. Just click on “Progress Report” and then click the “Support Videos” tab. You can find your current course grade in the Progress Report section of the software as well. You can access the Hawkes program at learn.hawkeslearning.com/Portal/User/Login

Class opens / Accessing Canvas:

Prior to the Monday classes start August 17, 2020, you will receive an email to your my.Cuesta.edu address providing you with a reminder that class will be starting and log in procedures for Canvas, the learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content. You can access Canvas by logging into MyCuesta, then clicking on the Resources Tab, then clicking on Canvas in the Online Learning Channel, or by typing the Canvas address (https://cuesta.instructure.com/) into your browser address bar. Do not bookmark / favorite the canvas site after your login, or you will get an error message next time you try to log in. You must access the canvas log in directly.

If you are not familiar with logging into canvas, please refer to the Canvas Quick Reference Guide.Once logged into Canvas you will be directed on where to get started. Be sure to read all the direction on the course home page.

If you are having difficulty logging into Canvas after August 17th and need assistance please email me or technical support at this email addresssupport@cuesta.edu.

Online Learning:

If you have never taken an online class or this is your first experience with Canvas, please be patient with yourself. Online classes are not inherently easier, although they may be much more convenient for many students. You should expect to spend at least as much time, if not more on this course as you would on a course that meets face to face. Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings. Please be prepared to spend 10 - 15 hours per week (or possibly more) on coursework for this class

IS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU?

First, go to the Cuesta College Canvas Tutorial (self paced), there are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. (If the tutorials do NOT describe you, then taking this class online is NOT for you and I strongly suggest that you drop the online class and enroll in a traditional classroom section.)

Regular Effective Contact policy:

Regular and Effective Instructor Contact will be met through weekly instructor initiated threaded discussion forums; weekly announcements to students; timely and effective feedback on student assignments; email, phone or messaging to individuals; and virtual office hours.

Course Description

Math 123 (Mediated): Presents a first course in algebra for the student without any algebraic background. Topics include solving linear equations and inequalities, solving quadratic equations by factoring, polynomial expressions, factoring, graphing linear equations and inequalities in the variables, solving systems of two linear equations and radical expressions and equations.

Math 127 (Mediated): Broadens and adds to the concepts of elementary algebra. Such additions include rational expressions, quadratic equations, functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, inverse of functions, solving systems of two or more linear equations, and sequences and series.

[For the official course description and course outline of record please go to CurricUNET:]

Student Learning Outcomes

Math 123 Student Learning Outcomes:

Perform operations and solve equations involving linear and quadratic expressions.
Identify key words and interpret their meaning to model and solve applications, and clearly communicate their results.
Graph linear equations in 2 variables and analyze a graph to determine an appropriate equation to represent it.

Math 127 Student Learning Outcomes:

Perform operations and solve equations involving expressions at the Intermediate Algebra level, including rational, absolute value, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic expressions.
Identify key words and interpret their meaning to model and solve applications, and clearly communicate their results.
Graph exponential, logarithmic, and quadratic functions and analyze graphs to answer questions about the behavior they model.

Text Book and Materials

Textbook/Software.
- Math 123: Hawkes Learning Systems, Introductory Algebra: Wright, 6^th edition
- Math 127: Hawkes Learning Systems, Intermediate Algebra: Wright, 6^th edition

Website: You can access the Hawkes program at hawkeslearning.com/Portal/User/Login

IMPORTANT! You may wait to buy the textbook until the end of the first two weeks of instruction in order to determine whether this mode of instruction is working for you. There is a “No Return” policy on the textbook due to the fact that the license for the software, once used, can’t be used again by another student. For this reason, be sure you buy a new, unopened book for the course, NOT a used book! Also be sure you get the correct edition (6^th) of the Introductory Algebra book.

Math 123 students will need a calculator with a square root key. Math 127 students will need a scientific calculator. Graphing calculators are not allowed on tests. You can purchase a scientific calculator for around $10. A good basic model is the TI-30XIIS.

Supplemental Materials necessary for the class, as applicable.
- Additional software
  - Technology tools outside the LMS:
    - ConferZoom
    - Adobe reader
    - Microsoft Office for Free (including word and powerpoint)

Technical Support

Cuesta students are encouraged to direct all technical support inquiries to support@my.cuesta.edu.If you are having issues with Canvas, you should contact the Canvas Support Hotline at (877) 921-7680, or email support@instructure.com.

If you are having difficulty viewing the course or logging in, it may be because you are not using the correct url: https://cuesta.instructure.com/ or you are using your phone or using an unsupported browser.

Your learning environment is best accessed from a desktop or laptop computer, using Firefox or Chrome. This may solve your problem! Please review the browser requirements and minimum computer specifications.

Accommodations:

This course is designed using an accessible Learning Management System, and course materials have been created with ADA compliance in mind. If you have a disability and might need accommodations in this class such as extended time on exams or other resources. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible so that you can receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner. You should also contact DSPS (Disabled Student Programs & Services)or at 805-546-3148.

College & Course Policies:

Academic Honesty Policy: Using notes, the computer, or help on exams is considered academically dishonest and will result in being dropped from the course. In addition to my course policy, please note all students attending San Luis Obispo County Community College District at any district site and when representing Cuesta College in any off-campus activity, assume an obligation to conduct themselves in an acceptable manner compatible with the Student Code of conduct. Please review the Cuesta College Student Code of conduct.

Add / Drop Policy: Attendance is taken at the beginning of class. You are allowed to miss 3 classes per Cuesta guidelines. If you miss more than 3 courses, you may be dropped without notice. Due to the online nature of the course this semester, if you fall more than a week behind due dates, I will be contacting you and you may be dropped from the course. You may also be dropped without notice for unsatisfactory progress in the course. However if you want to drop the course, it is your responsibility to do so officially through the Admissions and Records office. In addition to my policy, please review the Cuesta policy for drops

Waitlist Policy: In addition, please review Cuesta’s waitlist procedure and instructions.

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Using the communication tools, you can communicate using e-mail, and you can share materials and ideas with other course participants via the discussion forums and groups.\n<h4>In addition, the computer software presents the course topics in a series of interactive lessons which correlate with the textbook sections.  You can stop and start the lessons to fit your learning pace.  The instructor’s role in class is to answer questions that come up as you view lessons, help with homework problems, and offer extra one-on-one instruction. There are video links for additional help that cover each Hawkes’ section we cover.  They are located in the Hawkes software program.  Just click on “Progress Report” and then click the “Support Videos” tab.  You can find your current course grade in the Progress Report section of the software as well. You can access the Hawkes program at  learn.hawkeslearning.com/Portal/User/Login\n</h4>\n \nClass opens / Accessing Canvas:\nPrior to the Monday classes start August 17, 2020, you will receive an email to your my.Cuesta.edu address providing you with a reminder that class will be starting and log in procedures for Canvas, the learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content. You can access Canvas by logging into MyCuesta, then clicking on the Resources Tab, then clicking on Canvas in the Online Learning Channel, or by typing the Canvas address (<a href=\"https://cuesta.instructure.com/\">https://cuesta.instructure.com/</a>) into your browser address bar. Do not bookmark / favorite the canvas site after your login, or you will get an error message next time you try to log in. 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Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings.  Please be prepared to spend 10 - 15 hours per week (or possibly more) on coursework for this class\nIS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU? \n<ul>\n<li>First, go to the <a href=\"https://www.cuesta.edu/academics/distance/survey.html\">Cuesta College Canvas Tutorial (self paced)</a>, there are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. (If the tutorials do NOT describe you, then taking this class online is NOT for you and I strongly suggest that you drop the online class and enroll in a traditional classroom section.)</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Regular Effective Contact policy:</h2>\nRegular and Effective Instructor Contact will be met through weekly instructor initiated threaded discussion forums; weekly announcements to students; timely and effective feedback on student assignments; email, phone or messaging to individuals; and virtual office hours.\n<h2>Course Description</h2>\nMath 123 (Mediated):  Presents a first course in algebra for the student without any algebraic background. Topics include solving linear equations and inequalities, solving quadratic equations by factoring, polynomial expressions, factoring, graphing linear equations and inequalities in the variables, solving systems of two linear equations and radical expressions and equations.\n \nMath 127 (Mediated): Broadens and adds to the concepts of elementary algebra. Such additions include rational expressions, quadratic equations, functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, inverse of functions, solving systems of two or more linear equations, and sequences and series.\n [For the official course description and course outline of record please go to <a href=\"http://www.curricunet.com/Cuesta/search/course/\">CurricUNET</a>:]\n<h2>Student Learning Outcomes</h2>\nMath 123 Student Learning Outcomes:\n<ol>\n<li>Perform operations and solve equations involving linear and quadratic expressions.</li>\n<li>Identify key words and interpret their meaning to model and solve applications, and clearly communicate their results.</li>\n<li>Graph linear equations in 2 variables and analyze a graph to determine an appropriate equation to represent it.</li>\n</ol>\n \nMath 127 Student Learning Outcomes:\n<ol>\n<li>Perform operations and solve equations involving expressions at the Intermediate Algebra level, including rational, absolute value, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic expressions.</li>\n<li>Identify key words and interpret their meaning to model and solve applications, and clearly communicate their results.</li>\n<li>Graph exponential, logarithmic, and quadratic functions and analyze graphs to answer questions about the behavior they model.</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>Text Book and Materials</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\nTextbook/Software. \n<ul>\n<li>Math 123: Hawkes Learning Systems, Introductory Algebra: Wright, 6th edition</li>\n<li>Math 127: Hawkes Learning Systems, Intermediate Algebra: Wright, 6th edition</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>\nWebsite: You can access the Hawkes program at  hawkeslearning.com/Portal/User/Login\n</li>\n</ul>\n \n<ul>\n<li>\nIMPORTANT! 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This may solve your problem!  Please review the <a href=\"https://www.cuesta.edu/academics/distance/faqs_technical.html\">browser requirements and minimum computer specifications</a>.\n \n<h2>Accommodations:</h2>\nThis course is designed using an accessible Learning Management System, and course materials have been created with ADA compliance in mind. If you have a disability and might need accommodations in this class such as extended time on exams or other resources. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible so that you can receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner. You should also contact <a href=\"http://www.cuesta.edu/student/studentservices/dsps/index.html\">DSPS (Disabled Student Programs &amp; Services)</a>or at 805-546-3148.\n<h2>College &amp; Course Policies:</h2>\nAcademic Honesty Policy:  Using notes, the computer, or help on exams is considered academically dishonest and will result in being dropped from the course. In addition to my course policy, please note all students attending San Luis Obispo County Community College District at any district site and when representing Cuesta College in any off-campus activity, assume an obligation to conduct themselves in an acceptable manner compatible with the Student Code of conduct. Please review the <a href=\"https://www.cuesta.edu/about/documents/vpss-docs/StudentConducttrifold-brochure_2017.pdf\">Cuesta College Student Code of conduct</a>.\nAdd / Drop Policy:  Attendance is taken at the beginning of class. You are allowed to miss 3 classes per Cuesta guidelines.  If you miss more than 3 courses, you may be dropped without notice.  Due to the online nature of the course this semester, if you fall more than a week behind due dates, I will be contacting you and you may be dropped from the course.  You may also be dropped without notice for unsatisfactory progress in the course.  However if you want to drop the course, it is your responsibility to do so officially through the Admissions and Records office. 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