Why study math
online?
Adults are generally learn math best in an atmosphere that is nonthreatening and supportive of
experimentation and in which different learning styles are recognized. Online courses give students an opportunity to work at their own pace and on
their own time, without having to go to a classroom.
Would I be able to succeed in the online PreCalculus course?
If you are the type of person who likes to
work at your own pace, in your own time frame, and you have good organizational
skills, probably taking MAT129-IN online is a good option for you. Keep also in
mind that it requires a significant number of hours each week, a high level of
self-motivation and self-discipline. Before you enroll, ask yourself the
following questions:
Are you comfortable using a computer and the Internet? Are you willing to dedicate a minimum of 8 to 10 hours a week to participate in this learning process? Can you motivate yourself to go to the virtual classroom every day? Are you ready to accept the fact that the Internet could be down sometimes? If at least one of your answers is no you probably should not take this course.
How much time does it take?
Students taking MAT129 course report spending 8 to 10 hours each week working on it. Online learning does not take fewer hours, but you do get to work during the hours that work best for you.
You may register for MAT129-IN through traditional campus registration processes the same as for any other course: in person, touch-tone phone, or online registration. The only difference is that you have to get an instructor's permission to register first.
How do I get an instructor's permission to take an online math course?
You have to send a short email to your instructor stating that you are intended to take the course. (Keep in mind that providing complete information in your message is very important for quick processing). Your instructor will contact you shortly with several questions you are supposed to answer. Depending on your answers, you will get an advice if you should or should not take a math course online. Upon receiving the instructor's permission to join class via email, you may start your regestration process.
Upon registering for MAT129-IN you have to attend the orientation meeting.
All information will be given over there.
I need to schedule a proctored test
for MAT129-IN, a distance learning math course:
All testing for distance learning courses is now handled through the campus testing center. Students should contact the campus testing center in advance to schedule an appointment to take their test. More information you will get from your instructor.
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Online courses make use of a classroom discussion area which allows interaction between students and instructors as well as among students. However, online based interaction can be less satisfying than face-to-face communication for some learners. The online classroom requires you to structure your own schedule, balancing your time around the assignments/ requirements of the class. Without the need to show up in a particular place at a designated time each week, some learners find it all too easy to put work off until the last minute. |