Math 1030, College Algebra - UMSL : Mathematics and Computer ...

WEEKENDS• Read the assigned sections for the following week in the textbook and write down anyquestions you may have. Then attempt the problems on the lecture outline by referring to thesimilar problems in the textbook. This will prepare you for a productive lecture.• Start the homework for the upcoming week. Use the “Help Me Solve This” button if youhave difficulty with a problem. You can also view the corresponding pencast lecture andthen attempt the homework. Late homework is not allowed so you must budget your timewisely. Do not wait until the last minute to start the homework!TO TAKE AN ONLINE TEST OR A PROCTORED ONLINE QUIZ1. Take the appropriate papers from the exam monitor (your teacher or a TA).2. Login to the computer and then go to CourseCompass. Click on “take a test” and enter apassword and then you can start.3. Do not hit the backspace key while you are working on CourseCompass.4. Raise your hand for a test monitor to be present when you submit your test.5. Turn in your paper to the test monitor.SOME GENERAL RULES FOR TESTS AND QUIZZESNO CALCULATORS ALLOWED FOR EXAMS AND ALL THE PROCTORED QUIZZES!!The reason for this is that we have found that the use of such devices tends to exacerbate studentweaknesses, particularly regarding basic skills. For that reason, you might consider not using one onyour homework unless it’s an absolute must. You may use a calculator for take-home quizzes.However, we encourage you not to do so, as these quiz problems may also appear on exams. Sincecalculators cannot be used on exams you will need to be able to complete all quiz problems withouta calculator.YOU HAVE TO SHOW YOUR WORK FOR THE EXAMS AND ALL THE QUIZZES!!Paper will be provided prior to taking the quizzes and tests and should be turned in when you aredone.You have to show your work in a readable and logical manner. Points will be taken away forproblems with correct answers but no supportive work. This rule also applies to the three quizzesthat are not proctored.Do not hit the backspace button during online QUIZZES or EXAMS!!Hitting the backspace button during the online tests and quizzes will end your work without savinganything. We have to rely on your written work for a grade.