Stephanie Fluke

All new textbooks purchased at an ACC bookstore include MyMathLab access. It is not included with the purchase of a used book, and may not be included with a new book purchased at a different bookstore.

The MyMathLab software includes access to the textbook in pdf form. You are not required to purchase a hard copy of the textbook, provided that you are willing to use the electronic form for all examples and written exercises.

Here are some other ways to purchase MyMathLab:

	You may purchase a Student MyMathLab Access Kit online from Pearson Higher Ed for $70.00 at: www.mymathlab.com/buying.html.
	Student MyMathLab Access Kits are available at other retailers, such as amazon.com. Use caution, as the product is not guaranteed by Pearson when purchased anywhere other than an ACC bookstore or the Pearson website (above).
	A new textbook bundled with MyMathLab may also be purchased from another retailer. Make sure the product specifically indicates a bundle including both the textbook and the software

Purchasing a used book is not generally recommended, becuase the combined cost of a used book and MyMathLab access is likely to exceed the cost of a new book, which includes MyMathLab.

For information about purchasing and registering for MyMathLab, see the Information about MyMathLab handout.

If you are waiting for financial aid to come in to purchase your textbook, please register using the temporary access option. You will NOT be given any extensions on homework deadlines because you do not have the funds to purchase your text.

Registering with MyMathLab

After purchasing an access code, you will need to register in this section of MyMathLab. You should do this in the first week of class. Information about registering is included in the Information about MyMathLab handout. If you cannot purchase MyMathLab right away, it is possible to gain temporary access. Email me right away to get information on this option.

Using the textbook and software in this course

Homework problems consist of two types: online homework problems from MyMathLab and written homework problems from the textbook. Both are required and contribute to your grade. Here is the order in which you should work through the assignments, for maximum benefit.

Instructional Aides in MyMathLab

Each section contains online video lectures and example problems. This is where you should start. View the lectures, and pause the video to work through the examples, before attempting any homework problems. Read through the pages in the textbook for a more thorough explanation.

Online Homework

As soon as possible after completing the video lectures, start on the online homework problems from the corresponding sections in MyMathLab. These problems often have instructional aides, and give immediate feedback.
You must complete each assignment with a score of 80% or better before continuing to the next section. You may attempt each problem as many times as necessary. If you are stuck, get help from me or from the learning labs.

Written Homework

After completing the online homework, do the written exercises from the textbook. Homework may be submitted in person, through ACC campus mail, by US mail or electronically through Blackboard. See the weekly schedule for details. Written will not be returned, so you may want to make a copy before submitting it to me. However, if you submit your homework through Blackboard you will be able to keep your original work.

Online Quizzes

Quizzes are given online, a few quizzes for each chapter, in MyMathLab. Take the online quiz shortly after completing the homework for all of the sections that are covered in the quiz. You must complete all of the online homework in the corresponding sections with a score of 80% or higher before attempting the quiz. Quiz deadlines are stated in the weekly schedule. Each quiz may be taken up to three times. The highest score out of the three attempts is the only score that will count.

Tests and missed test policy

All tests, including the final exam, will be written exams, given in the ACC testing center that you specify during your orientation. These tests must be taken by the stated deadlines, without exception. You do not need to ask permission to take a test early. As soon as it is available in the testing center, you are welcome to take it. I will notify the class when the tests are available.
Up to one missed test, or the lowest test score, may be replaced by the final exam score. The final exam also counts toward your grade, even if it is not being used to replace a test score (see grading).

Additional Supplies

In addition to the textbook and software, you will also need to purchase and have on hand the following supplies:

	Notebook paper for working problems at the computer and for your homework assignments
	Pencils with Eraser
	Scientific (Non-graphing) Calculator
	Graph Paper