MAT 157: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II

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MAT 157 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
Class Info.
Section Number 6628 Credit Hours 3
credits Class Location Pecos Campus Room B
172 Semester Spring 2006 January 17,
2006 May 11, 2006 Days Tuesdays and
Thursdays Times 420 - 535 P.M.
Instructor Contact Info.
Instructor Melina Day Office Location B
172 Office Hours before or after class by
appointment E-Mail melina.day_at_cgcmail.maricopa.e
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Course Description
Focuses on measurement, geometry, probability and
data analysis. Appropriate technologies, problem
solving, reasoning, and proof are integrated
throughout the course. Prerequisites MAT 156 or
equivalent
Course Competencies

• Identify and analyze measurable attributes of
  objects and
• the units, systems, and processes of
  measurement.
• Use appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas
  to determine
• measurements.
• 3. Distinguish between standard and nonstandard
  units and
• among one, two, and three-dimensional
  applications.
• Describe, model, draw, and classify one, two, and
  three-
• dimensional shapes.
• Explore a variety of geometric concepts and
  relationships
• using appropriate technologies and concrete
  models.
• Investigate symmetry, reflections, translations,
  and rotations.
• Interpret probability in real-world situations.
• Conduct probability experiments using
  technologies and
• concrete models.
• 9. Distinguish between experimental and
  theoretical probabilities.
• 10. Collect, organize, analyze, and display data
  using multiple
• representations.
• 11. Identify patterns and trends found in data
  using technologies
• and concrete models.

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MAT 157 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
Required Materials
Text Books Problem Solving Approach to
Math for the Elementary School Teacher
by Billstein 8th Ed. When Will I Ever
Teach This? (Activity Manual) Math on
Call Additional Supplies 3-ring binder with
tabs, loose-leaf paper, pencils
Assessment of Course Competencies Grades
Grades are based on a point system. Component
Points Total In-Class
Participation (31 Classes)
2 62 Experience with Math
8 8 Service Learning
Orientation Reflection Form 10
10 Confirmation/Code of Conduct
6 6 7 Hours Service Learning Time Card
Reflection 10 10 15 Hours Service
Learning Time Card Reflection 8
8 Mathematics Philosophy
18 18 Probability Learning
23 23 Data
Analysis/Statistics Learning
23 23 Geometry Measurement
Learning 46
46 Literature Lesson
30 30 Lesson Plan
40 40 Tests (3)
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90 Portfolio 30
30 Final Exam 50
50 Total Points 454
Grading Scale
90-100 of total points OR 408-454
points A 80-89 of total point OR
363-407 points B 70-79 of total points
OR 317-362 points C 60-69 of total
points OR 272-316 points
D 0-59 of total points OR 0-271
points F
Policy for Classes if Instructor is Ill
If for any reason I am unable to make a class due
to an illness, a substitute will be present or
class will be cancelled. Students are still
required to complete the assignments due for the
following class.
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Course Policies
Attendance Policy
Attendance is extremely important in this
mathematics course. The lessons are sequential
and build upon the understanding of previous
lessons. Please e-mail if illness or an
emergency make it unable for you to attend
class. Please contact the instructor by e-mail
or in person prior to the final exam if you need
to withdraw from the class to avoid earning a
failing grade. Students with more than 3
absences may be withdrawn. Non-attendance does
not substitute for official withdrawal from the
course. If the student does not follow the above
procedure, they may be given a D or an F
depending on the final grade earned.
Policy for Turning in In-Class Assignments Partic
ipation
After a new concept is taught, an in-class
assignment may be assigned. Students are
encouraged to work together to complete the
in-class assignments. The assignments are due at
the end of the class session. In-class
assignment are worth participation points. In
class assignments can not be made up if the
student is absent.
Policy for Turning in Homework Assignments
Assignments are due at the beginning of class on
the due date. Clearly mark your paper with your
name. A detailed outline of each assignment will
be given to students. It will state the due
date, assignment description, and break down of
how points are earned. Late work will not be
accepted. Students will not earn credit for late
work.
Tests/ Examinations
Each test is worth 30 points. It will cover the
previous concepts taught.
Policy for Make-Up Examinations
If you are unable to attend a class because of an
illness or an emergency, you may make up an
examination by scheduling an appointment to
test. Students have exactly two class periods to
make up the test. Students who do not make up a
test will earn 0 points for the test.
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Course Policies
Comprehensive Final Exam
The final exam is comprehensive. It will be
worth 50 points. It will be given on Thursday,
May 11, 2006 at 420 P.M.. Students must take
the comprehensive final exam and score at least
a 60 to receive a grade of C or higher in the
course. If a student scores 60 or higher on the
comprehensive final exam, the instructor may
combine the comprehensive final exam grade with
the other required elements of the course to
determine the course grade. If the student
scores less that 60 on the comprehensive final
exam, the instructor will assign a course grade
of either a D or F depending on the quality
of that students work on the other required
elements of the course.
Classroom Conduct
Class will start on time. I expect you to be on
time and prepared with your materials ready to
learn. During in-class activities, I expect you
to be on task and engaged in the assignment. I
expect you to actively listen and participate.
Work cooperatively with your groups. Please ask
questions if a direction or concept is unclear.
Please be respectful of one another. Raise your
hand to ask a question. Allow the instructor and
other students to answer questions or discuss
information without interrupting. I expect you
to complete all homework assignments and be
prepared to turn them in on time. Please turn
all cell phones or devices off that may interrupt
class. Cheating, copying others assignments,
and plagiarism will not be tolerated.
Note About This Syllabus
This syllabus will be discussed during the first
class session. It is the students
responsibility to read and understand its
contents. The instructor reserves the right to
add or amend the following course assignments,
topics, or due dates depending on time
constraints to the best interest of the
students learning or extenuating circumstances.
It may be changed to meet the needs of the class.
Education Advisor
Julie Garner, CGCC Teacher Education
Advisor480-732-7047
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District Policies
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is defined as presenting the work of
another as ones own. More than four consecutive
words from a source other than the writer
constitute plagiarism when the source is not
clearly identified in appropriate documentation
format. From the CGCC Student Handbook
Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the
use of paraphrase or direct quotation, of
the published or unpublished work of another
person without full and clear acknowledgement.
It also included the unacknowledged use of
materials prepared by another person or agency
engaged in the selling of term papers of other
academic materials.
Outcomes Assessment
The faculty and programs at CGCC are dedicated to
effective teaching and successful learning with
emphasis in the following areas reading,
speaking, listening, writing, mathematics,
science, computer application skills, humanities,
problem-solving, information literacy, critical
thinking, and personal development. Periodically,
students will participate in formal and
informal assessment activities that will help
faculty improve programs and teaching strategies.
These activities are designed to
facilitate student growth in whatever combination
of the above outcomes applies to a course.
Special Needs
Any students with special needs should inform the
instructor of any assistance that will be
required. In order to accommodate your needs,
you will need to give proper notice as to what
accommodations will be necessary, and have
documentation on file in the Office of
Disability Resources and Services. It is
preferable that you identify yourself at the
beginning of the semester. If this is not
possible, you must give at least 48 hours notice
before an accommodation is necessary. Special
arrangements can be made regarding seating,
hearing devices, testing time, as well as many
other concerns. If there are any other concerns
you have, please address them as soon as
possible or call the Office of Disability
Resources and Services at 480-732-7050.
Learning Center Services
The CGCC Learning Centers mission is to support
students academic learning by providing free
tutoring and resources to reinforce and
supplement classroom instruction and to assist
CGC students to achieve academic success. Free
tutoring services are available for many CGCC
courses. The Learning Center is located on the
second floor of the Library, rooms L227, L228,
and L229. The Center also provides
instructional support resources in the form of
videotapes, software, and print materials. For
a schedule of tutoring hours, additional
information or assistance contact the Learning
Center at 480-732-7231, or visit their website
at http//www.cgc.maricopa.edu/lc.