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Developmental Mathematics Program (DMP)

The Developmental Mathematics Program consists of four mathematics courses, which are:

MAT 098
Elementary Algebra

3 credit course (none of which count towards graduation)
(offered Summer sessions)

MAT 101
Intermediate Algebra

3 credit course (all of which count towards graduation)

MAT 101W
Intermediate Algebra with Workshop

4 credit course (of which 3 count towards graduation)

Covers MAT 098 and MAT 101 in one semester

Requires the use of software

Requires MAC participation


MAT 101P
Intermediate Algebra Plus

5 credit course (of which 3 count towards graduation)

Covers MAT 098 and MAT 101 in one semester
Requires the use of software

Has daily online problem solving

Requires MAC participation

Required Textbook

The textbook used for all four courses is JoAnne Thomasson and Bob Pesut, Experiencing Introductory and Intermediate Algebra Through Functions and Graphs, 3nd edition, Prentice Hall

Technology Used

1.  TI-83/84 Graphing Calculator in all four courses
     (Click here for TI-83/84 Graphing Calculator Guidebook by Dr. Davis)


2.  MyLab/Mastering( formerly MyMathLab/CourseCompass) which is required in MAT 101W and
     MAT 101P and optional, as determined by instructor, in MAT 098 and MAT 101

     (Click here for MyLab/Mastering website)
     (Click here for instructions on how to register, sign in and enroll in another course in MyLab/Mastering)

Frequently Asked Questions

1.  What is the CSU System Board of Trustees (BOT) math proficiency requirement?

2.  What should I do if I am out of compliance with the BOT math proficiency requirement?

3.  What should I do if I fail MAT 098?

4.  What if I need/choose to take a math course elsewhere?

5.  What is the Mathematics department class and/or workshop attendance policy?

6.  What is the Mathematics Achievement Center (MAC) participation policy and does it apply to me?

7.  Are there any additional materials to aid in my successful completion of my developmental
     mathematics course?


CSU System Board of Trustees (BOT) Mathematics Proficiency Requirement

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By action of the BOT, students shall be required to successfully complete MAT 098 and MAT 101P within their first 24 attempted academic credit hours (whether taken at Eastern or elsewhere). Students who do not successfully complete MAT 098 within this period shall not be allowed to register for credit courses at any University within the Connecticut  State University System (CSUS) until they complete this course or an equivalent course elsewhere.

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Out of Compliance with the BOT Math Proficiency Requirement

           

         If you are out of compliance with the BOT math proficiency requirement you will not be allowed to register for additional
           courses unless your registration includes MAT 098.

 

What shoud I do if I fail MAT 098?

       

         If you fail MAT 098 in any given semester you must take the course again the following semester.


What if I need/chose to take a math course elsewhere?

You can take an equivalent math course elsewhere.  If you are currently an Eastern student you must submit to the Registrar’s office at Eastern an Approval to Take Courses Outside of Eastern form.  Hard copies of this form are located at the Advising Center or the School of Continuing Education.  Refer to the Transfer Credit Equivalencies website for Current Eastern Students for assistance with course selection.  After successfully completing the course, you must have your transcripts sent immediately to Eastern.

If you are a prospective student seeking to transfer credit to Eastern, refer to the Transfer Credit Equivalencies website for Prospective Eastern Students for assistance.

Mathematics Department Class and/or Workshop Attendance Policy

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For MAT 098, 101, 101W and 101P, it is the Mathematics Department policy that a student whose absences exceed 20% of class meetings for the semester will receive a grade of "F" for the course.  Further details will be found in your course syllabus.


Mathematics Achievement Center (MAC) Participation Policy



All students enrolled in MAT 098, 101W and MAT 101P are required to participate in the MAC.  While in the MAC, various services are offered to aid students in the successful completion of their math course.  MAC participation will be counted as 10% of your final course grade. 

 

For MAT 098 and MAT 101W Students:

Your grade will be based on the percentage of the required 18 hours that you complete.  Note this is approximately one hour and thirty minutes per week, which is less than half of the time a student should be studying for a 4 credit course.  For example, if you complete 16 hours then your MAC participation grade will be 16/18= 89%.

You are required to complete the first 9 hours by the close of the MAC on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 and remaining 9 hours by the closed of the MAC on Friday, May 4, 2012.  Again, student hours will only be recorded when the MAC is officially open!

For MAT 101P Students:

Your grade will be based on the percentage of the required 27 hours that you complete.  Note this is approximately one hour and thirty minutes per week, which is less than half of the time a student should be studying for a 4 credit course.  For example, if you complete 22 hours then your MAC participation grade will be 22/27= 81%.

You are required to complete the first 15 hours by the close of the MAC on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 and remaining 12 hours by the closed of the MAC on Friday, May 4, 2012.  Again, student hours will only be recorded when the MAC is officially open!

 

Visit theMAC Websitefor location, hours and  additional pertinent information.

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Links to Additional Materials for MAT 098, 101, and 101W

The MAC also has hard copies of supplemental materials for Math 098, 101, 101W and 101P.  Some of these

materials can also be downloaded from the links below.

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Materials for MAT 098 - Elementary Algebra

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Materials for MAT 101 - Intermediate Algebra

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Materials for MAT 101W - Intermediate Algebra with Workshop
Materials for MAT 101P - Intermediate Algebra Plus

 

Coordinator of the Developmental Mathematics Program

 

Dr. Kim Ward
Science Building, Room 154
Phone: (860) 465 - 4544
Email: Dr. Kim Ward