INFORMATION
FOR ALL COURSES
STUDENTS: For each class you take under this program,
you will receive a syllabus with specific information about the section in
which you are enrolled. The following
information applies to all developmental mathematics courses.
PREREQUISITES: Mastery of Elementary Algebra is a
prerequisite for Intermediate Algebra.
Additionally, Intermediate Algebra is a prerequisite for college-level
mathematics courses.
CLASS
WORKLOAD:
Mathematics is not a spectator sport.
It is not sufficient to watch someone else working problems. To succeed in a mathematics course, one must
invest time and effort outside of class.
It is important to read the sections in the text before they are
covered in class and all homework should be completed by the due date. An average student enrolled in a
developmental mathematics course is expected to spend 6-8 hours per week
studying and doing homework, in addition to time spent in class. Some students will need to spend more. The pace of these courses is 4 times that of
a high school course. Experience has shown
it is unrealistic for a student to expect to successfully carry a full course
load (12 or more semester hours) and work more than 20 hours a week at a
job. Students must take out-of-class
obligations into account when making out their schedule.
STUDY
HABITS: Quality of
time spent studying is as important as the amount of time spent. Students need to learn the underlying
principles behind problems rather than just memorizing rules. Homework and working additional problems
provides the practice necessary to master the mechanics of working the problem. To prepare for tests students need to
correctly work several problems completely without any outside assistance.
MID-TERM
GRADES: Mid-term
grades will be issued to students who have successfully completed fewer than 30
semester hours. Students will be able to
access mid-term grades through Norse Express.
Mid-term grades are not part of a student’s permanent record; they will
be replaced by final grades at the end of the semester.
ACADEMIC
HONESTY: The work you will do in this course is subject to
the Student Honor Code. The Honor Code
is a commitment to the highest degree of ethical integrity in academic conduct,
a commitment that, individually and collectively, the students of
ATTENDANCE
AND CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS: Any
student in a developmental mathematics class who misses more than the
equivalent of one week of class during the first three weeks of the semester
can be dropped from the class. The
instructor may have an additional attendance policy which affects a student’s
final grade. Active classroom
participation is essential to the learning process. One cannot participate if one is not in
class. Students are responsible for learning the material covered in class even
if they are absent.
STUDENTS
WITH DISABILITIES: Students
with disabilities who require accommodations (academic adjustments, auxiliary
aids or services) for this course must register with the Disability Services
Office. Please contact the DSO immediately in the
BEHAVIOR: The
department attempts to maintain a classroom environment conducive to
learning. Therefore, as stated in the
NKU Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities, “disruptive student behavior
will not be tolerated. If a student
becomes disruptive, the professor may take disciplinary measures judged appropriate
to protect the learning environment, including dismissal from the course.” Disruptive behavior can include the use of
cell phones and beepers, excessive chatter and noise, eating or drinking, arriving
late, leaving early, sleeping in class, bringing small children, and
monopolizing class time. Any threatening
behavior will be considered disruptive.
OFFICE
HOURS: The
instructor’s posted office hours, listed on the class syllabus, are an indication
of when he or she will usually be in his/her office. Occasionally other commitments will require
him/her to be out of the office during those times. For important matters, or to meet with a
professor outside of office hours, make an appointment in advance. On the other
hand, you should not feel restricted to seeing faculty only during office
hours. The faculty are here to help you
and your instructor is the first person to turn to for help.
WITHDRAWAL
FROM CLASS: The deadline for withdrawing from class with
a grade of W is listed in the Schedule of Classes published for each
semester. It is your responsibility as a
student to be aware of this deadline. To
withdraw from class, a student must log onto Norse Express for Students. Students who stop coming to class without
withdrawing will receive a grade of F. Students are generally not permitted to
withdraw after the deadline; they must either complete the course successfully
or receive a failing grade. Exceptions
are made only for very unusual extenuating circumstances involving some change
in the student's situation after the deadline.
This will require documentation
and the permission of the program director.
CHANGES
IN THE SYLLABUS: The syllabus is a projection of what the
instructor reasonably plans for the course.
Circumstances may dictate altering the syllabus and the instructor has
the right to do so.
MATH CENTER HOURS: PHONE: 859-572-5779
Monday
thru Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Additional
student support for MAH 095 and MAH 099 is available through the website: www.mymathlab.com.
Contact your instructor for specific information.
REPEATING CLASSES: According to University policy, there is a
limit of three attempts to pass a Developmental Mathematics class. A grade of F,
W, or K is considered one attempt.
Students who fail to complete a course in three attempts are subject to
reclassification from degree-seeking to non-degree seeking status.
COMPLAINTS: Any complaints relative to the operation of
the course or program can be brought to the attention of the director, Mrs.
Diane Williams, ST 305 E, 859-572-6473.
DEPARTMENTAL OFFICE: The Developmental
Mathematics Program is housed with the Department of Mathematics in ST
305. The phone number is 859-572-5377.