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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title: Fundamentals of Mathematics II
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Course Prefix & Number: Math1351
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Section Number: 400
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Semester: 162S
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 48
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Lab Hours:
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Concepts of geometry, probability, and statistics, as well as applications of the algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade teacher certification. However, this is not a pedagogy course.
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Course Prerequisite(s): MATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics II
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Required Course Materials:
Mathematics For Elementary School Teachers: A Process Approach, by Mark Frietag, Brooks and Cole Publishing. ISBN 13: 9780618610082
Calculator
colored pens/pencils (at least 2 different colors)
Scissors
Compass
Ruler
Protractor
Reliable computer access
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Aziel Wilson
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth Campus room 233
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6227
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E-mail Address:
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awilson@nctc.edu
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Office Hours
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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Effort
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30%
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8
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Quizzes
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10%
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3
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Tests
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45%
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1
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Final Exam
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15%
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Use charts and graphs to represent and interpret data;
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Calculate descriptive statistics
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Use systematic reasoning and counting techniques to find probabilities and expectations
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Analyze characteristics and properties of 2- and 3-dimensional shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships;
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5
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Use transformations and symmetry to analyze congruence and similarity and to construct tessellations;
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6
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Perform unit conversions to translate between different measuring systems use transformations and symmetry to analyze congruence and similarity and to construct tessellations;
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ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION POLICY
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Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. Students are responsible for keeping up with what occurs in class when they are absent. Regardless of the reason for the absence, the student is expected to review the material and concepts covering the missed material prior to the next class meeting, and to submit work by assigned due dates
Dropping a course is the student's responsibility, but you MAY be dropped for excessive absence. Each class is 1 hours and 20 minutes. Student missing more than 6 hours of class may be withdrawn from the course.
See Attendance Regulations in the North Central Texas College Catalog.
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Full participation in class discussion and class work is expected and an important component of active learning. Participation is a component of your effort grade. The effort grade includes reading assignments, notes, homework, in class activities (other than quizzes), and attendance.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Tentative Test Schedule: 2/14 3/23 5/2 Final Exam: 5/11
Monday, January 16, 2017 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (School closed)
Monday, March 13- Friday, March 17 – Spring Break (School closed)
Thursday, April 6, 2017 – Last day to drop with “W”
OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
The effort grade includes reading assignments, notes, homework, in class activities (other than quizzes), and attendance. Each week students will have assigned reading to complete before activities in class that reinforce the reading. The reading assignment pages are available in Canvas. It is essential that the reading is complete in order for students to fully participate in the activities and to deepen their own understanding of the concepts.
Quizzes: Although quizzes may be administered in Canvas, most quizzes will be pencil and paper assignments that will be completed in class. Quizzes cover material from the assignment, homework or classwork concepts. There are no makeup quizzes.
Classwork assignments are due in class. A classwork assignment will be accepted if submitted by the following class session. A zero grade will be assigned to classwork submitted any later than this.
Exams: You may bring a 3 x 5 note card and a calculator to each exam. However, you may be restricted from using one or both for portions of an exam.
The final exam is required of all students. It is comprehensive and may replace the lowest test score.
Scholastic Integrity
Scholastic integrity includes both ethical and scholarly behaviors that promote fairness, trust, and learning at the college. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct [FLB (LOCAL)]” #20 on page 175.
Consequences of scholastic dishonesty may include but are not limited to:
- A score of zero on the assignment, which will not be dropped.
- Automatic failure in the course.
- A formal report filed with the college.
- Suspension or expulsion from the college.
The instructor reserves to amend the syllabus at any time during the semester. Any changes disseminated in class will take precedence over this document.
DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)
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 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being 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). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
o Communication
x Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o American History
o Government/Political Science
o Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES
x Critical Thinking
x Communication
x Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
o Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Sara Alford
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Office Location:
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Flower Mound 200C
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Telephone Number:
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972-899-8414
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E-mail Address:
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salford@nctc.edu
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