Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

This is a fast-paced course as it is a review of introductory algebra. The class will be open and available for you starting the Wednesday before the start of the term, however you are not expected to begin work until Day 1. Once class begins, you will need to get started - your first assignments are due Tuesday of Week 1. The course is taught via videos and written lectures, one module per week. There are additional learning opportunities available through MyLab Math, such as PowerPoint Presentations and interactive practice exercises. Students are graded on weekly homework and weekly quizzes (completed in MyLab Math), as well as weekly discussion questions, two write-ups, a midterm, and a final exam.

Please keep the following in mind as you contemplate registering for an online math course:

Online math courses are often more challenging than on-campus or remote math classes.
It is a common misconception that an online math class will be easier. The time that would have been spent in class is instead spent watching the pre-recorded lessons, reading your textbook, and practicing the problems from your textbook. Much more of the learning is put onto you, instead of as part of a class discussion.  That said, I am here by email and virtual office hours to support you in your progress in this course.

This course will require a significant amount of time.
You should plan to spend 5 hours a week watching, pausing, and reviewing the lessons. In addition, you should plan on spending 8 to 12 hours a week reading the textbook, practicing problems, and completing your assignments.

This class is NOT self-paced.
There are several specific due dates each week. Additionally, you cannot expect to do all the work each week in one sitting or even in one day. If you want to do well, you should plan to study at least every other day.

To be successful in this course,
you MUST be an independent learner, be comfortable with technology, understand that learning a new concept will take time and perseverance, be willing to ask your instructor or fellow students for help, and be able to communicate effectively in writing.

Virtually Proctored Exams: Proctored exams are one of many assessment tools used in this class to assess student learning. The exams in this class will be proctored virtually in Zoom with me, your instructor, on the following dates and times:

• Midterm on Tuesday, 5/7 from 12pm to 2pm on Zoom
• Cumulative Final Exam on Tuesday, 6/11 from 12pm to 2pm on Zoom

Virtually proctored exams require: 1) a modern computer (desktop or laptop) with a supported operating system (Windows or Mac), 2) a broadband internet provider or mobile carrier with LTE or better service, 3) a microphone, 4) a detachable webcam or mobile device (such as a smartphone, tablet, etc.), and 5) a quiet, isolated, well-lit location. 

Review the Student Guide to Virtually Proctored Exams in Zoom for important information and requirements. Please make every concerted effort to attend the scheduled virtually proctored exams. If you do not meet the requirements listed above, prefer to take your exams in-person, and/or have an unavoidable scheduling conflict, please contact me as soon as possible; with adequate notice,  alternative testing arrangements can be made at a testing center. Scheduling appointments with a testing center is the responsibility of the student, as well as paying any associated fees with using a non-PCC testing center. 

If you have accommodations through Accessible Ed & Disability Resources, please contact me so we can discuss your specific accommodations. 

If you have any questions or concerns about virtually proctored exams, please feel free to contact me.

*Virtual proctoring means having your exam proctored by an approved proctor on Zoom on a specific day and time. 

**In-person proctoring means having your exam proctored by an approved proctor at an in-person testing facility on a specific day and time.

Feel free to email me with any questions: suzanne.warner15@pcc.edu.

 There is no additional technology required for this class.