Fall 2018 Course Syllabus
Course: MATH-1332- Section: 02
Contemporary Mathematics I (Math for Liberal Arts Majors I) 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Michelle Askew
E-mailaskewml@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6419
Office
Location:Student Center - Room: 403
Hours:10:00-11:00 mwf, 12:00-1:00 mw, 11:00-2:00 tr Other hours are available by appointment
Department
General Education and Developmental Studies
Chair:Dr. Michelle Davis
E-mail:davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6341
Course Information
Description Topics may include introductory treatments of sets, logic, number systems, number theory, relations, functions, probability and statistics. Appropriate applications are included.
Prerequisites MATH 0332 or TSI math score of 350 or higher.
Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course students will:
1. Apply the language of notation and sets. (PSLO 1,3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as pretest and post-test. (PSLO 1,3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as the pretest and post-test.
2. Determine the validity of an argument or statement and provide mathematical evidence. (PSLO 1,2, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as the pretest and post-test.
3. Solve problems in mathematics of finance. (PSLO 1,3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as the pretest and post-test.
4. Demonstrate fundamental probability/counting techniques and apply those techniques to solve problems. (PSLO 1,3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as the pretest and post-test
5. Interpret and analyze various representations of data. (PSLO 1,3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as the pretest and post-test.
6. Demonstrate the ability to choose and analyze mathematical models to solve problems from real-world settings, including, but not limited to, personal finance, health literacy, and civic engagement. (PSLO 1,2,3, ALPHA) Measured by embedded questions in tests, quizzes, or homework as well as the pretest and post-test.
Core Objectives PSLO ALPHA: Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading.
PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
PSLO 2: Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks Using & Understanding Mathematics, Bennett & Briggs, 7th edition, Pearson Education, 2019. Package includes book and access code ISBN: 9780135329139: The Stand Alone Access Code is: ISBN 9780558926809
Lecture Topics
Outline		 1. Thinking Critically
2. Approaches to Problem Solving
3. Numbers in the Real World
4. Managing Money
5. Statistical Reasoning
Major Assignments
Schedule		 All assignments are posted in MyLabsPlus and must be done on a computer.
The following are approximate test dates:
September 24, 2018: Test 1
October 22, 2018: Test 2
November 19, 2018 Test 3
Final Exam Date December 13, 2018 - 11:00 AM   Through  December 13, 2018 - 1:00 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Tests: 60%     Quizzes: 25% Homework: 15%
All homework will be done on computers using MyLabsPlus using the following website www.lamarpa.mylabsplus.com Your Lamarpa username is your username, your birthday is the password. Example: June 5, 2001 would be Jun052001. There are no spaces in you password. You may have free access until September 5, 2018.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Students will be required to use a scientific calculator of their choice-this will not include a cell phone.
Attendance Policy Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. There will not be any makeup quizzes or makeup tests. A student’s lowest test grade will replace a first missed test. A student will receive a zero for any missed quiz, a second missed test or missing the final exam. The final exam is required.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
MyLamarPA Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA.
Other September 3, 2018 Labor Day, no classes
October 1, 2018 Last day to drop or withdraw without penalty
November 21, 2018 Last day to drop or withdraw without academic penalty
November 22-21, 2018 Thanksgiving Holiday, no classes
December 5, 2018 Last Class Day
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.