Professor: Evelyn Hanna
HannaE@rowan.edu (**Note: There is no “h” at the end of my last name.)
www.rowan.edu/mars/depts/math/Hanna/index.html
Office &
Hours: Robinson Hall 2nd Floor; MW: 2:00 – 3:00

Textbook: Textbook: Stewart, James, Calculus: Concepts and Context, 3rd Edition, Brooks/Cole,?2005
*You will also need a graphing calculator for the course (TI-89 recommended). Cell phones and mp-3 players are not required and may not be used as calculators.
Catalog
Description: This course involves the study of how things change. The course begins with a brief review of functions, followed by the notion of limit and continuity. The concept of the derivative and its applications, along with the definite integral and some of its applications, comprise the remainder of the course. Use of the TI-89 graphing calculator is required in this course.
Course
Objectives: In addition to providing the student with the working mathematical knowledge that is required to support continued study in Calculus, the primary objective for this course will be the development of independent learning skills. The growth of critical thinking and mathematical problem solving abilities will be accomplished primarily through a student-centered learning process. This process will necessarily entail study and thought outside the classroom, in addition to independent work during class. Application-oriented problems derived from a variety of disciplines will serve to allow the student to acquire expertise in the mathematical modeling process and engage the student in the prudent use of available technology. Through this process, students will develop the crucial ability to learn on their own.
Grading: There will be announced and unannounced quizzes and two in-class exams. Absolutely no make-up quizzes! Your lowest quiz grade will be dropped. Make-up exams will be given if you provide a medical excuse with written documentation within one week of missing the exam.

Graded Activity # of Points
Quizzes (lowest quiz grade dropped) 10%
Exam 1: Ch 1 & Ch 2 (2.1 – 2.4) (tentatively February 14th) 30%
Exam 2: Ch 2 (2.5 – 2.9) & Ch 3 (tentatively March 26th) 30%
Exam 3: Chapters 4 & 5 During Finals Week 30%

Homework: Homework from the textbook is assigned after each session. It is critical that you do your homework consistently. Questions on the homework will be addressed in class, usually on Mondays.
Class
Participation: My number one priority is ensuring your success. So, if you do not speak, then I do not know how to help you. Moreover, your input may be valuable to other students who may be struggling. Remember, class participation is not only part of your job as a student, but also an easy way to make class fun!

Attendance: Consistent attendance is probably the single most important variable contributing to your successful performance in this class. It is strongly encouraged that you attend every class. If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to prepare yourself for the next class.
Academic
Integrity: Any student who cheats during an exam or quiz will receive an automatic ’F’ on that exam or quiz. A second offence will result in failure of the course.

Extra Help: Tutoring is available through the Mathematics Department. A schedule of tutoring hours will be available shortly after the semester begins.