Distance Learning Class Critical Information

MAT-160-N2 College Algebra

To Math 160-N2 Online Students: Spring 2013

This course is not easier than a lecture course. The course is not self-paced and late work will not be accepted. This course requires a very regimented and structured schedule. You will have assignments due regularly. The objectives for MAT 160-N2 are the same as the on-campus College Algebra sections. Online students should plan to spend a minimum of 16-20 hours weekly working on course requirements. You should plan on visiting campus frequently to get help. If you are a very disciplined and self- motivated student, please read more.

An online course provides students with a great deal of flexibility but there is an added level of difficulty and responsibility when learning math online. You need to consider this before starting a course of this type. Please click on the link below and take the quiz to learn about how well you are suited for online education.

http://stchas.smartermeasure.com

You are required to participate in this online orientation in Moodle.  This will not be held on campus.

• Class Orientation: Available on Moodle by Jan. 22, 2013.

You are required to attend campus for these exams:

• Midterm: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2013 in ADM 1413
• Final Exam: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2013 in ADM 1413
  

In addition, there will be two optional review sessions:        

• Midterm Review:  6-8 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2013 in ADM 1423
• Final Review: 6-8 p.m. Monday, May 13, 2013 in ADM 1423

The MyMathLab component of CourseCompass is the electronic platform for this course.  As part of the student orientation, you will sign up and practice using the various teaching/learning tools provided through this MyMathLab(MML) course. In order to sign up to use MyMathLab, you must have an e-mail address and a MML access code.  An optional textbook, College Algebra 5^th Ed, by Dugopolski is available for purchase in the SCC bookstore. Additionally, you need to have basic computer skills to successfully work on the course materials.

Students should purchase the materials for the class prior to the orientation and bring them to the orientation.

System Requirements

Please verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for this course. This product supports the following operating system and browser combinations:

I look forward to meeting you during the semester. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me!

Cheryl Eichenseer
Associate Professor of Mathematics
St. Charles Community College
ceichenseer@stchas.edu
636-922-8692