Math 120A: Calculus I

Course Information: Fall 2003

Homework Requirements:

Your homework will consist of two parts. Each will be graded, though in different ways.

• Written homework, due at the beginning of each class period. Normally, this homework will be due two class periods after it is assigned. For example, if the assignment is given out on Monday, it will be due on Friday so that you have plenty of time to ask questions of me and get help in the math clinics. These will be graded for correctness by the course TA and your score will count towards your homework grade and thus your final grade in the course. You are encouraged to work with other class members to do your written homework assignments, but you should each write up your own assignment. The current and back assignments can be found on the class syllabus page at www.stolaf.edu/people/wallace/Courses/Calc1/120syl03.html. Be sure to bookmark this address since you will be responsible for assignments whether or not you write them down in class!
  

• On-line homework, due by 1:00 a.m the morning before each class.  The on-line homework, called Maple-TA,  is based primarily on your reading of the material that will be covered in the next class period along with some review of previously covered material.  The goal is to allow me (and you) to monitor your progress in the class to determine which concepts will need additional explication in class. Using results of the on-line homework, I will adjust the course content to meet the class needs. Obviously, this will only be successful if you make a good faith effort with the on-line homework. These will be graded automatically and you will receive immediate feedback on your work.  The final score for the on-line homework component is not based on correctness but on completion and evidence of good-faith effort.   In order to pass the class, you must submit 90% of the online assignments.
  

No late homework will be accepted. However,  the three lowest written homework scores will be deleted from consideration when grades are calculated, to allow for emergencies or illness.

Skills Tests:

While the primary emphasis in this class is on conceptual understanding and higher order thinking, proficiency with calculus computation skills is also essential. Consequently, you may be required to pass one or two Calculus Skills tests, which you will take on your own time and retake until you achieve a passing score.

Getting Help:

Math Clinics:  These walk-in help sessions, are a good chance to get some help from upper-class math majors on your assignments. Here is the schedule for Calc I clinics this semester:

Help from the Instructor:  I am glad to answer questions or talk about your homework during my office hours and at other times by appointment. You may also e-mail questions to me and you should check your electronic mail between classes for hints and clarifications on assignments.

Disability Policy:
If you have a documented disability that will impact your work in this class, please contact me to discuss your needs.  Additionally, you will need to register with Student Disability Services located at the Academic Support Center in Room 1 of the Old Main Annex.  All such discussions will be confidential.

• Suggestions for using your calculator in calculus
• Math 120 Syllabus
• Maple-TA Page
  
• Getting Help: Math Clinic Schedule
  
• M. Wallace's Schedule and Office Hours
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