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MATH 2250E FAQ PAGE

MATH 2250E Frequently Asked Questions

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If you have any other questions not addressed in this FAQ page, please contact your instructor.

 

  1. Why do I need this class/What is this course about?

    Completion of this course will meet the "Quantitative Reasoning" part of your graduation requirements.  This class may also meet some requirements for your major.  Check with your advisor as to what letter grade constitutes "passing".   Please see the bulletin entry on UGA's directory for a course description.

  2. What will I need for this class?

    Please see the "Technology/Purchase" requirements from the main page.

  3. How is this class different from the face-to-face class?

    There are two main differences:

    (1) This class is completely delivered online.  We have mini lectures on video that you can watch at your convenience.

    (2) We use a different book and different homework platform, so be careful when you're purchasing materials for this class.  Our book is Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 8th ed. by Stewart. Our homework platform is Webassign.  

  4. Is this class easier than the face-to-face class?

    This is unfortunately a common misconception.  Our students are held to the same standards as the face-to-face class.  In some ways, this online class is harder:  you have to be dedicated, self-motivated, and self-paced.  Please check your eLC course page for a class calendar.  Staying on track with the class calendar will allow you to manage your time.

  5. I am going to be out of town for most of the semester.  Can I still take this class?

    This class can be completed remotely.  Note that all our assignment deadlines are set for US Eastern Time.  Time zone "mix-ups" is not an acceptable excuse!

    We will have three proctored examinations, and you can take those tests through University Tesing Services and will require a fee per session.  A list of approved testing centers can be accessed here:  Certified Testing Centers.  You must take your exams at one of these centers.

    More details about these exams will be given by your instructor at a later time during the semester.

  6. Are there free options for the proctored examinations?

    We will provide free testing at Boyd Graduate Research Studies Center.  Dates and times for these sessions will be announced at a later time during the semester.

  7. I have a different calculator other than the ti-30.  Can I use my calculator for the proctored exams?

    Only the ti-30 calculator is allowed for this class during proctored exams.  We strongly recommend the TI-30XS Multiview.

  8. Do I have to attend online lectures?

    There are no online lectures to attend.  Instead, we have mini-lectures in eLC that you can view on your own time.

  9. How do I get assistance when I need help on homework?

    You can get assistance three different ways:

    (1)  Most questions on WebAssign will have a "Watch It" link.  This will allow you to watch a guided video on a question similar to the problem that you are working on.

    (2)  Virtual office hours are also available.  Please check your eLC home page for dates and times.  These office hours are recorded, so you may watch these at a later time if you cannot attend.

    (3)  Discussion forums are also available for each class.  This is a good way to ask questions outside of the office hours.

  10. Can I meet with my instructor face-to-face if I have questions?

    This varies by instructor preference, but we mostly prefer that questions are resolved electronically.  If it is a question regarding math content, please make a discussion forum post.  If it is a personal question regarding your grade, please email your instructor.

  11. I want to get started early! What can I do to prepare for this class?

    Our eLC's content will open on the first day of class, so you unfortunately will not be able to access our material beforehand.  If you want to get started, we strongly recommend that you practice your Algebra and Pre-Calculus skills.  Some suggested videos: Solving Linear Equations | Solving Inequalities Factoring Quadratics | Solving Exponential Equations | Solving Logarithmic Equations | Determining Domains of Functions | Graph Transformations | Right Triangle Trig  

  12. I am currently waitlisted.  Can you open up a slot for me?

    This class has a hard cap, and we are not allowing enrollment to go above this limit.  Please keep trying Athena to see if a slot opens up.

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