MATH 1332 0311 - CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS

Introduction

Math 1332.0311 Contemporary Mathematics (Online)

 

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

 

Course Title:

Contemporary Mathematics

Course Modality:

Online

Course Prefix & Number: 

MATH 1332

Section Number: 

0311

Class Day/Time:

n/a

Semester Credit Hours:

3

Lecture Hours:

48

Semester/Year:

Spring 2021

Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Intended for Non STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered. 

Course Prerequisite(s): Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Contemporary Mathematics; or equivalent.

Required Course Materials:

Thinking Mathematically, Robert F. Blitzer, 7th edition, Pearson, 2019 (standalone textbook is optional)

  • MyLab Math w/Pearson e-Text access code is required.  (see Canvas for instructions)
  • TI-30X IIS battery-operated scientific calculator is required.
  • Pencil with eraser
  • Binder to organize your notes, formulas, and tables.

NOTE: Calculator apps on Phones/Tablets/Computers will not be allowed on exams.
               

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:

Cammy Boaz

Campus/Office Location:

Virtual Office using WebEx and Email

Office Hours:

Variety of appointments available on WebEx Office Hours:

M/W: 2 PM – 4 PM / 6 PM – 8 PM

T/TH: 10 AM – Noon / 2 PM – 4 PM

SAT: 8 AM – 10 AM

(check listing in WebEx - exact times may be adjusted based on weekly schedule)

Telephone Number:

n/a

E-mail Address:

cboaz@nctc.edu

Your emails are important to me and I look forward to engaging with you. I work diligently to respond quickly to each email. 

In general, an email sent during the week will receive a response within 24 hours.  Emails sent over the weekend will receive a response within 48 hours.

 

 

OFFICE HOURS

All office hours will be held online this semester.  Students can schedule an appointment with their instructor by selecting the Cisco WebEx option in Canvas and navigating to the “Office Hour” tab.  The times that the instructor is available will be displayed there and a student may schedule a meeting by choosing a time and selecting “Confirm Meeting” at the bottom of the page.

NOTE: The student will need to check LionPride email account for a confirmation.  Flag this confirmation email or add it to your calendar; it is the only way to ‘Join’ the scheduled meeting.

 

LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is Monday, April 5, 2021.

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage

33

Homework

10%

15

Attendance

5%

6

Quiz

20%

5

Test

50%

1

Final Exam

15%

Grade Scale:   90 – 100% = A;  80 – 89% = B; 70 – 79% = C;  60 – 69% = D;  Below 60% = F

* No make-up exams will be given. The comprehensive final examination is required of all students or a zero will be recorded. The final exam score, if better, may also be used to replace the lowest unit exam score.

*Avoid asking for special consideration to End of Course grades. Maximize grade earning opportunities early in the semester.

* Traditional rounding rules are applied to End of Course grades to assign Letter Grades.  

*The grading policy may be amended during the semester at the instructor’s discretion.

*Students have 48 hours, after the return of each exam/feedback, to contact the instructor with questions on grading.  After that point, the student forfeits the opportunity to contest an exam grade.

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)

Date

Topics

Assignments

Week 1 – 1/19-1/23

Ch 0, Ch 1.1-1.2

HW Ch 0, Ch 1.1-1.2

Week 2 – 1/24-1/30

Ch 1.3, Ch 2.1-2.2

HW Ch 1.3, QUIZ 1 (CH 1)

Week 3 – 1/31-2/6

Ch 2.3-2.5

HW Ch 2.1-2.5

Week 4 – 2/7-2/13

 

QUIZ 2 (CH 2), TEST 1

Week 5 – 2/14-2/20

Ch 3.1-3.4

HW 3.1-3.4

Week 6 – 2/21-2/27

Ch 3.5-3.8, Ch 4.2

HW 3.5-3.8, HW 4.2

Week 7 – 2/28-3/6

 

QUIZ 3 (CH 3), TEST 2

Week 8 – 3/7-3/13

Ch 8.1, 8.3, 8.4

HW 8.1, 8.3, 8,4

Spring Break – 3/14-3/20

 

 

Week 9 – 3/21-3/27

Ch 8.5-8.6

HW 8.5-8.6

Week 10 – 3/28-4/3

 

QUIZ 4 (CH 8), TEST 3,

Week 11 – 4/4-4/10

Ch 11.1-11.4, 11.6

HW 11.1-11.4, HW 11.6,

Week 12 – 4/11-4/17

 

QUIZ 5 (CH 11), TEST 4

Week 13 – 4/18-4/24

Ch 12.1-12.3, 12.6

HW 12.1-12.3, 12.6

Week 14 – 4/25-5/1

 

QUIZ 6 (CH12), TEST 5

Week 15 – 5/2-5/8

REVIEW

REVIEW

Week 16 – 5/9-5/11

 

Final Exam: Thursday, May 13

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1

Apply the language and notation of sets.

2

Determine the validity of an argument or statement and provide mathematical evidence.

3

Solve problems in mathematics of finance.

4

Demonstrate fundamental probability/counting techniques and apply those techniques to solve problems.

5

Interpret and analyze various representations of data.

6

Demonstrate the ability to choose and analyze mathematical models to solve problems from real-world settings, including, but not limited to, personal finance, health literacy, and civic engagement.

 

 

STUDENT EMAIL

All students at NCTC are assigned a student email address, also known as Lion Pride email. Lion Pride email can be accessed on the NCTC home page by clicking on MyNCTC, then the link “Lion Pride Email” to the left. After clicking the Lion Pride Email link, the Microsoft Office 365 window will open.
1. Enter your NCTC student e-mail address. (for example, Smithj123456@student.nctc.edu)

2. Enter your password (your NCTC Student ID Number, either 7 or 9 numbers).

3. From the list of Microsoft icons, choose MAIL.

4. You will be asked to set your language and local time zone (Central Time). Your account is now activated.

 

**It is the student’s responsibility to activate and regularly monitor the assigned NCTC (Lion Pride) e-mail account. Important announcements and notifications from the Admissions office, Financial Aid, or other college staff will be sent via the Lion Pride student email system.

 

For communicating with classmates and instructors, students also have an option to communicate through Canvas. Canvas messaging is NOT the same as Lion Pride e-mail. Failure to read and/or receive NCTC e-mails (either in Lion Pride or in Canvas) is no excuse for not complying with any school policy. Be sure to regularly check BOTH the Lion Pride email as well as the Canvas inbox for important messages and information.

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies.  It is the student’s responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval by the faculty member.  Approved college-sponsored activities are also excused absences.  The instructor is responsible for judging the validity of any reason given for an absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for completing assignments and exams.  Plan ahead -- Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless the absence is documented and excused by the instructor.  Student may be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Attendance Assignments (graded): Credit will be earned by completing each ‘attendance’ assignment.  No partial credit can be earned in this assignment group.  You will be considered ‘absent’ if you do not complete the required assignment each week to the required level.  Generally, expect these assignments to open on Sunday and close on Saturday each week (there are a few exceptions so watch due dates).

 

TESTING POLICY

Testing may be administered in a variety of ways and the mode of testing may change during the semester as deemed appropriate by the instructor.  When possible, in-person proctored testing is preferred.  For in-person classes, testing will occur during the designated class times.  For online classes, in-person proctored testing may be required.  On-site testing may be done in an NCTC testing center, at test locations provided by the math division, or at another authorized testing site.  If online testing is used students may be required to use a webcam while testing.  If online testing is used, students will be required to scan and upload supporting documents.  Students may be asked to demonstrate knowledge/skills in a one-on-one conference if deemed necessary by the instructor. 

 

 

TENTATIVE TEST SCHEDULE

This schedule is tentative and will most likely change as the semester progresses.  It is provided so that you have a general idea of the order and speed with which we will be covering the material.

 

Assessment name

Date

Test 1

Thursday, Feb 11 – start the test between 7 am and 10 pm

Test 2 

Thursday, March 4 – start the test between 7 am and 10 pm

Test 3 

Thursday, April 1 – start the test between 7 am and 10 pm

Test 4

Thursday, April 15 – start the test between 7 am and 10 pm

Test 5

Thursday, April 29 – start the test between 7 am and 10 pm

Final Exam

Thursday, May 13 – start the test between 7 am and 10 pm

 

 

LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW

Last day to withdraw from a 16-week course with a “W” is Monday, April 5, 2021.

 

MATH LAB

Students who need help with any math class can visit the NCTC Mathematics Lab to receive assistance. Sign up for an appointment or see the most current tutoring hours for all campuses at http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/student-success/tutoring/mathematics-lab.html. 

 

 

DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-498-6207.

North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).   https://www.nctc.edu/catalog/student-services/office-students-with-disabilities.html

 

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________       

 

  •                Communication
  •                Mathematics                     
  •                Life and Physical Science
  •                Language, Philosophy & Culture
  •                Creative Arts
  •                American History

 

  •                Government/Political Science
  •                Social and Behavioral Sciences
  •                Component Area Option

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

  •                Critical Thinking
  •                Communication
  •                Empirical and Quantitative

 

  •                Teamwork
  •                Personal Responsibility
  •                Social Responsibilit

 

COURSE TYPE

  •                Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
  •                Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
  •                WECM Course

 

 

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. https://www.nctc.edu/_documents/academics/student-handbook.pdfl. 

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  The use of online math solvers with submitted work is considered academic dishonesty.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”. 

Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:

  1.  Zero on the assignment
  2. Failing grade for the course

 

Name of Chair:

Ben Owens

Office Location:

Corinth 236

Telephone Number:

940.498.6209

E-mail Address:

bowens@nctc.edu

Name of Instructional Dean:

Mary Martinson

Office Location:

Gainesville 1404

Telephone Number:

940.668.7731 ext. 4377

E-mail Address:

mmartinson@nctc.edu

 

INFORMATION FOR ONSITE (FACE-T0-FACE) CLASSES

Potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.

 

Faculty will:

  • Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.

 

Students should:

  • Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
  • Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
  • Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
  • Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
  • Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
  • Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
  • Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.

During this period, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.

Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html

 

CAMPUS POLICIES

Tobacco-Free Campus:  NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco, on campus property.

 

Campus Carry: Effective August 1, 2017, a license holder may carry a concealed handgun on or about the license holder's person while the license holder is on the campus of an institution of higher education or private or independent institution of higher education in this state. For more information, see the website at https://www.nctc.edu/campus-safety/campus-carry.html.

 

Parking Permits: The North Central Texas Community College District has managed traffic and parking regulations in order to ensure the safety of the campus community related to the operation and parking of vehicles on campus. These regulations apply to all operators of motor vehicles on campus. For parking permits and more information, see the website at https://www.nctc.edu/campus-safety/transportation-parking.html.

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