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Supporting Resources:
Supporting resources are available to ensure your success in this course. It is highly recommended that you take advantage of all of these resources:
1. MyMathLab: This online resource has been bundled with your textbook and provides you with the opportunity to:
a. Work through unlimited tutorial exercises correlated to the exercises in the textbook.
b. Receive a personalized study plan to diagnose areas in which you need to practice.
c. Access a multimedia textbook with links to learning aids, such as animations and videos.
d. Use online tools, such as a discussion board or virtual classroom, to communicate with other students to understand the material.
To access this resource, go to http://www.mymathlab.com and use the username and password provided in your textbook bundle.
2. Recitation Sessions: In addition to the scheduled class meetings, MATH 103 will be accompanied by a 2-hour recitation session each week. During these sessions, your instructor will be available to provide you with individual support and tutoring. This service is available to you free of charge. Your instructor will provide you with the days and times of the recitation sessions.
Strategies for Success:
· Study Time: Students should expect their study time (including reading, homework, and exercises) to be 2-3 times the amount of lecture time. That is, for every hour spent in class, you should expect to spend 2-3 hours out of class studying, reading, and completing homework exercises.
· Staying on Schedule: It is important to keep pace with the course schedule, assigned readings and work. Students who fall behind or fail to attempt the exercises could well find themselves falling behind schedule and in difficulty. Try to incorporate the skills and methods learned in this course in everyday life. It is the best way to learn.
· Attendance: It is to your advantage to attend all classes. When absence is unavoidable, it is your responsibility to make-up any work missed before the next class session. If you are absent from a class it is highly recommended that you attend the recitation session and/or online tutoring classroom when making-up the missed work. For administrative purposes only, attendance will be recorded. Students expecting or experiencing long absences during the term should contact the faculty ahead of time.
· Class Discussions: Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions and to ask questions during the discussions. Doing so will enhance your chances for learning and success in this class. For example, if there are any homework or demonstration problems that you found difficult or were unable to solve, ask questions concerning those problems.
· Reading Assignments: It is important that you read the assigned textbook chapters prior to class meetings. This practice will ensure that you come to class meetings with a solid based and with the best chance of success.
· Homework Assignments: Homework assignments will be given for each class session. These assignments provide you with the opportunity to practice and master the skills and content of the course. You are responsible for solving all problems assigned, and doing so will provide you with the best chance for success in this course. Completing all the homework problems will help you prepare for the exams. Mastery of math depends on practice, practice, practice! If there are any problems that you found difficult or were unable to solve, be prepared to ask questions concerning those problems during the class discussions, face-to-face recitation sessions, or online tutoring sessions. | 
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