welcome to ma101/102 – beginning & intermediate algebra
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Welcome to MA101/102 – Beginning & Intermediate Algebra
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Why am I in this class?
• You may have low scores on the ACT or ASSET exam that indicate you are not ready for college level math classes.
• You may have a math background that does not include enough algebra.
• You may have been out of school for a while and need a refresher.
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Meet the ALEKS program!
• We will be using the ALEKS software program throughout this course.
• ALEKS stands for Assessment and LEarning in Knowledge Spaces.
• It is a Web-based, artificially intelligent assessment and learning system.
• ALEKS determines each student’s current level of skill and then helps them to increase their skill level through practice.
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How is MA101/102 different from other courses?
• No textbook purchase required – The ALEKS software and all of its supplemental resources can be accessed online from any computer!
• Customized learning – Students work at their own pace (both in class and outside of class) on the material that they are ready to learn.
• ALEKS develops mastery – You aren’t just exposed to topics… you must demonstrate the skills you’ve learned by working problems in ALEKS and on written quizzes and exams.
• Constant feedback – You will always know exactly where you are and where you need to go!
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MA101/102 and ALEKS are designed for YOU!
• ALEKS will identify what you know and what you are ready to learn.
• Then, you will practice new material in Learning Mode and build up your math skills one topic at a time.
• Instructors are on hand during class for one-on-one help when you need it.
• Periodically, ALEKS will assess your progress so you can see how much your skills have advanced.
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Other features of MA101/102
• You will use pencil and paper to do your calculations, then input answers into ALEKS.
• ALEKS provides a calculator when you need it, but you can also use your own calculator. • See your syllabus for restrictions.
• An e-textbook and video supplements are also available for you to use outside of class.
• Using ALEKS will also help you develop your e-learning and computer skills!
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How will this course work?
• ALEKS will give you an initial assessment to determine your current level of skill.
• You will then work (both inside and outside of class) through topics in each of the 10 units.
• Each unit has a due date. On that day, there will be a written quiz covering the most important topics of the unit.
• There will also be a midterm and final exam that will evaluate your understanding of the course material.
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Your Initial Assessment
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After the initial assessment…
• ALEKS will determine your starting point in the course and you will begin working to add topics to your pie chart.
• You will start from what you know and will work through the objectives ALEKS says you are ready to learn.
• The more time you spend working on the material, the more successful you
will be in meeting the course criteria.
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The ALEKS Pie Chart
The dark portion is what you know. The
light portion is what you will learn.
This is how many topics are currently in
the student’s pie.
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Choosing Topics in Learning Mode
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Working Problems in Learning Mode
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Attendance Policy
• MA101/102 is considered a “developmental course” so class attendance is MANDATORY.
• Attendance will be taken each class period.• If you accumulate the equivalent of one week of
non-university sanctioned class absences you will receive a warning e-mail from your instructor.
• If you accumulate the equivalent of two weeks of non-university sanctioned class absences your name will be submitted to the department chair for withdrawal (drop) from the course.
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Getting Started
1. Go to www.aleks.com2. Update Java (if necessary)
3. Download ALEKS plug-in (if at home)
4. Click “Sign Up Now!” to register5. Complete the ALEKS tutorial6. Complete the Initial Assessment Note: No two assessments are the same.
High-speed internet is not required!
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Everyone signs up as a new user, even if
you’ve done previous work in ALEKS!