MATH 0920

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MATH 0920 - DEVELOPMENTAL MATHEMATICS

Credits: 6
This course includes whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, percents, unit conversions, exponents, square roots and basic formulas. It also includes prealgebra topics on integers, linear equations, and graphing. This course will also include instruction on learning strategies associated with math instruction. This class is a combination of the learning objectives of Math 0900 and Math 0950.

HOMEWORK EXPECTATIONS:

• 2 hours of homework outside of class, for every hour you spend in class.
• Worksheets: Mostly completed during class time. You will need to print these worksheets before you each class.
• Online Homework: 15-30 questions taken online.
• Other Coursework: Quizzes, reality checks, group work projects and other content related assignments.

Please note: Many students find that much more time is required in order to perform as well as they desire on exams.

EXAM EXPECTATIONS:

• There will be nine module exams worth at least 50% of your grade.
• All tests will be taken in class and will be paper pencil.
• You may retake any two of the chapter tests, however the final exam cannot be retaken.
• Retakes are given about a week before the final exam. Any test can be retaken only once. The higher of the two scores will count toward your grade.

FINAL EXAM:

• You will take a committee authored cumulative final exam.
• Your final exam counts as 20% of your overall grade.
• You must receive at least 50% on the final exam to pass the class with a C or higher.
• You must complete the exam within two hours.