Math 211 69993 - Calculus-1 - Ruzanna Baytaryan
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| Professor: | Ruzanna Baytaryan |
| Email: | ruzanna.baytaryan@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Welcome to Math 211: Calculus-1. The purpose of this letter is to provide you an overview of the course.
This class will be conducted via Canvas/Zoom during the scheduled times. We will have lectures, discussions, and class-works during these mandatory synchronous meetings. You must attend the first class meeting otherwise, you will be dropped unless I receive a notification in advance with a valid reason.
No lecture recording will be available. However, the lecture handouts, class notes, and solutions to the assignments will be posted on Canvas. In addition, you can watch videos related to each topic in WebAssign. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me through emails. Your emails will be answered within 24 hours excluding the weekends and holidays. There will be no office hours during this summer session.
Course Description
Course Description
Introduces limits, derivatives, and integrals, as well as applications including rate of change, maxima‐minima, curve sketching, and area problems.
Course Objectives
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Student Learning Outcomes:
By the completion of the course, a student should be able to
Recognize, analyze, and solve problems using elementary derivatives and integrals.
What to Expect in this Course
WebAssign
You are required to purchase the WebAssign student access code. WebAssign includes the course eBook and online homework. There are a few options available to purchase the access code. You can purchase it at the COC Bookstore or you can purchase it from Cengage website (www.Cengage.com) on the first day of the semester when you login to Canvas. Through Canvas, you will be able to access the online quizzes and other instructional tools.
Canvas/How to login
The course can be accessed via Canvas at cv.canyons.edu on the first day of the course. Follow the login instructions at the bottom of the screen to log in. Here, you can also access Canvas user guides with helpful tips for navigating and using Canvas. For any Canvas related issues please call the Canvas Student Support line at (661) 362-3344 during college business hours, or (877) 889-9052 for 24/7 support.
Supplies
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Calculator: TI-83 or TI-83 PLUS; A computer (laptop or desktop computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers), a scanner, and a printer; A reliable connection to the internet to join confer-zoom lectures and discussions; |
Types of Assessments
In this class, you will have a homework assignment on each section, numerous class-work assignments, three-chapter tests, and a comprehensive final exam. Your homework assignments will be done and submitted through WebAssign. Class-works, chapter tests, and the final exam will be taken during the scheduled class-time and your work will be submitted through Canvas. During the exams, you will be asked to have your webcams on and pointed directly to the area where you are taking your exam. You will be asked to take an oral assessment if there is no webcam provided.
Textbook Information
Calculus by James Stewart (8th edition). Type: Digital Platform. ISBN: 9781337771399 (single term); 9781337771436 (multi-term). URL by Publisher: https://www.webassign.net/features/textbooks/scalc8/details.html URL by Author: https://www.stewartcalculus.com/Calculus by James Stewart (8th ed.)
Other Relevant Course Information
I will send an email to the class one week prior to the start date with additional information.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
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Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
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Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
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Veterans Resource Center
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Library
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Last updated: 02/27/2023 Sub#: 1376