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MATH 089-091-093 Algebra I-II-III
Fall 2011 ~ Winter 2012

This is a vital document, a contract between student and instructor. Read it thoroughly! This syllabus contains class-specific information. It is supplemented by the MATH ONLINE SYLLABUS which contains information relevant to ALL of Prof. Keely's math online courses. You must read carefully and abide by both documents.

Course Description:

Class: Algebra I MATH 089, item #3237 section 1DL, 5 credits, fall 2011
Class: Algebra II MATH 091, item #5286 section 1DL, 5 credits, winter 2012
Class: Algebra III MATH 093, item #3282 section 1DL, 5 credits, fall 2011

Algebra I-II-III is the three-term sequence of developmental algebra intended to improve your critical thinking abilities and prepare you for college level mathematics courses. Algebra I covers algebraic expressions, linear equations, linear inequalities, an introduction to graphs and functions, and lines. Algebra II covers systems of linear equations, integer exponents, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, and rational equations. Algebra III covers radical expressions, rational exponents, quadratic equations, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions.

This sequence can instead be taken in a accelerated two-term sequence by taking math 090 (elementary algebra) followed by math 095 (intermediate algebra). The 089-091-093 sequence covers the same material overall, but fewer topics/chapters per term than the accelerated 090-095 sequence. See Clark Mathematics Division's Should I take the math 089-091-093 or the math 090-095 sequence? flyer for more information.

Prerequisites:

All three math 089-091-093 online courses require a basic knowledge of computers and the internet.

Prerequisite to Math 089: Pre-Algebra (Clark's math 030) passed with a grade of at least "C" or qualifying score on the placement test.
Prerequisite to Math 091: Algebra I or Elem. Algebra (Clark's math 089 or 090) passed with a grade of at least "C" or qualifying score on the placement test.
Prerequisite to Math 093: Algebra II (Clark's math 091) passed with a grade of at least "C" or qualifying score on the placement test.

Course Materials:

REQUIRED: MyMathLab Student Access Kit (ISBN 032119991X / 9780321199911)

MyMathLab access to the online text and testing center is REQUIRED. MyMathLab is an online course delivery system provided by the textbook publisher. In MyMathLab you can read the complete textbook online, watch video lectures, work interactive tutorial exercises, and take tests. See box below for purchasing options, registration directions, and MyMathLab course ID code.

ATTENTION NEW MYMATHLAB USERS: Once you open the package you may not be able to get a refund. Don't open the access kit until you are sure that you want to take this class.

ATTENTION PREVIOUS MYMATHLAB USERS: If you already have an unexpired MyMathLab access code from a previous course with the same textbook you do not need to buy another one. See the link in the box below for directions on how to change your course ID code.

OPTIONAL TEXT: Introductory & Intermediate Algebra for College Students 3rd edition by Blitzer (ISBN 0136028950 / 9780136028956) The entire textbook is available online in printable electronic form through MyMathLab so buying a hard copy textbook is optional and unnecessary unless you really want one. If you do opt to buy the hard copy text new, it comes bundled with MyMathLab access. If you buy the hard copy text used you will have to purchase the MyMathLab Student Access Kit separately.

ATTENTION STUDENTS WHO HAVE THE TUSSY TEXT: If you already have Elementary and Intermediate Algebra by Tussy/Gustafson (used in on-campus 089-095 classes), then you may use it to study from rather than the text listed above, but you are still required to have MyMathLab access since the tests are conducted in MyMathLab. See Blitzer/Tussy Topic Correspondence Chart.

OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS: GOLDen Mathematics: Elementary Algebra and GOLDen Mathematics: Intermediate Algebra by Sally Keely. Available from www.lulu.com/skeely downloadable by chapter/topic or in their entireties as e-books (under $20 each). See FAQs - GM ebooks for more detailed information.

FREE ONLINE OPEN SOURCE TEXTS: Free open source textbooks/notes are available online that may be useful in your studies including PurpleMath.com - Lessons.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS: See MathOL Syllabus - Tech Reqs.