Prof. Keely's Liberal Arts Mathematics ~ Clark College, Vancouver WA

Math 107 LamOL ~ Summer Term 2008

This is a vital document, a contract between student and instructor.
Read it thoroughly and print a hard copy for easy reference
This syllabus is the ruling document in the event of a conflict with stated college or DL policies.

The syllabus for this class is in two parts. Together they make up the complete course syllabus.
This page contains information specific to this class. The MATH ONLINE SYLLABUS contains
additional important details about the course. You must read carefully and abide by both documents.

Course Description:

Class: Mathematics and Society MATH& 107, item #1481 section 1DL, 5 credits, summer 2008
Location: Clark College online course
NOTE: This class runs four days per week for eight weeks Mon 6/30/08 through Thurs 8/21/08.

This is a liberal arts mathematics course. The quantitative skills requirement of the general education distribution is met by this course, but it is not intended as a prerequisite to any further mathematics course. See Which Math Class is Right for Me? for more information.

The purpose of the course is to investigate a variety of applications of mathematics in everyday life, learn to value the usefulness of mathematics, explore some history of mathematics, enjoy some recreational mathematics, and come to appreciate the beauty of mathematics via patterns, art, and fractals.

The curriculum and instructional design is totally at the discretion of the instructor. We will cover topics that may include: the mathematics of finance, permutations, combinations, probability, statistics, number theory, geometry, voting/polling, history of mathematics, and recreational mathematics.

Prerequisites:

Intermediate Algebra (Clark's math 093 or 095) passed with a grade of at least "C" or qualifying score on the placement test. Basic knowledge of computers and the internet is mandatory.

Course Websites:

CLASS WEBSITE:  web.clark.edu/skeely/OL/LAM

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: Mathematical Ideas, Expanded 11th Edition by Miller/Heeren/Hornsby (ISBN 0321361466 / 9780321361462)
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.

REQUIRED SUPPLEMENT: The Universe and the Teacup: The Mathematics of Truth and Beauty by K. C. Cole (A Harvest Book, Harcourt Brace & Company, 1999, ISBN 0156006561)

Technology Requirements:

Internet connection and software requirements:

Daily access to a high-speed internet connected computer and a reliable e-mail account are necessary. See FAQs - software requirements for additional information including any additional required software.

A scientific calculator:

A scientific calculator or equivalent software is required. You do not need a graphing calculator. There are several shareware programs and free online calculator applets available. You may even have calculator software already on your computer! See FAQs - calculators and graphing for more information.

Points Possible:

The total points possible in this class are as follows. They are subject to slight changes. Refer to the math online syllabus for details about each component and important grade policy information.

Contractual Obligation:

I consider this class syllabus and the math online syllabus to be contracts between you and I. I agree to abide by all of the policies and procedures contained herein, and by staying in the class, so too do you. If there is anything in either document with which you cannot or will not abide, you should withdraw at once.

Originally written: 2000-05-25
Last revision: 2009-12-28 03:32 PM

Copyright © 2000 Sally J. Keely.
All Rights Reserved.
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