Here's a link to the spiritual thought I gave in class today.http://lds.org/ensign/1982/05/the-value-of-work?lang=eng&query=hard+work
Here's links to the awesome presentation I created which we didn't finish ( my bad). You should go over it still.
https://docs.google.com/present/edit?id=0AeHwqudAogG6ZDN3cjRicV8xNDM5Zzg0bWZoajc&hl=en_US
and the handout on elementary functions
https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B-HwqudAogG6NjdhOThjMzUtZGFmNS00YWJmLTljZDctYTljYmZlYmIyMTg1&hl=en
We also looked at two websites you should spend time using to understanding graphing by transformations:
www.geogebra.org
www.wolframalpha.com
We will spend more time graphing on thursday.
I also want you to go through the Warmup to 4.1.
Get it here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/11SU5HIovgQqHNd3Y9unYPWrDLKyl-mfsVy-_D96gtnU/edit?hl=en_US
See your bright happy faces in class on Thurs. I can't wait :)
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Recap of class today
Hope class went okay for everyone today. I failed to mention so many things so that's what this handy blog is for so make sure you read all the posts.
Most of the questions students had after class seemed to be regarding the syllabus, homework, tests, etc. These questions will probably be cleared up after labs today. Take time to read through the syllabus. If you lose it and want an extra copy ask your TA or stop by my office 174 TMCB.
Homework & Quizzes--You can't start the homework until you buy your access code (see previous post about book). Once you receive your code then go to byu.mylabsplus.com to log in. In order to log in you use your net id as your username and your byu ID (the numbers) for your password. You can change this afterwards if you'd like. If you can't access the homework then you need to email Jim Logan.
Homework & Quiz continued:
You should now work on 3.5 homework and take the 3.5 quiz. Your TAs will keep the quizzes open for this week but generally you will need a password to access the quizzes. This password will only be given in your lab sessions so you must attend in order to get access to the quizzes.
Feel free to use the websites I showed you in class. www.geogebra.og and www.wolframalpha.com
Practice Tests
Today I distributed a practice test for Test 1. There are 4 practice tests available at the www.math.byu.edu website. Be sure to go to Math 110. It's a good idea to think about your exam since it's next week.
Calculators
You don't need a fancy calculator for this course. You can't use a calculator on any of the exams. You can just use the websites I told you about or the calculator on your desktop.
Warmups for 4.1
Remember to check out the warmups and go through it. This will help us have a more meaningful discussion during class on thursday.
More to come!! Are you excited?
Most of the questions students had after class seemed to be regarding the syllabus, homework, tests, etc. These questions will probably be cleared up after labs today. Take time to read through the syllabus. If you lose it and want an extra copy ask your TA or stop by my office 174 TMCB.
Homework & Quizzes--You can't start the homework until you buy your access code (see previous post about book). Once you receive your code then go to byu.mylabsplus.com to log in. In order to log in you use your net id as your username and your byu ID (the numbers) for your password. You can change this afterwards if you'd like. If you can't access the homework then you need to email Jim Logan.
If you just added you will need to email Jim Logan the following information:
Name,
sec,
net id
byu id,
class that transferred out of (if applicable)
Homework & Quiz continued:
You should now work on 3.5 homework and take the 3.5 quiz. Your TAs will keep the quizzes open for this week but generally you will need a password to access the quizzes. This password will only be given in your lab sessions so you must attend in order to get access to the quizzes.
Feel free to use the websites I showed you in class. www.geogebra.og and www.wolframalpha.com
Practice Tests
Today I distributed a practice test for Test 1. There are 4 practice tests available at the www.math.byu.edu website. Be sure to go to Math 110. It's a good idea to think about your exam since it's next week.
Calculators
You don't need a fancy calculator for this course. You can't use a calculator on any of the exams. You can just use the websites I told you about or the calculator on your desktop.
Warmups for 4.1
Remember to check out the warmups and go through it. This will help us have a more meaningful discussion during class on thursday.
More to come!! Are you excited?
Warmup to 4.1
Quadratic Functions Exploration
On Thurs we will look in more detail about quadratic functions and the properties of the functions. Read ahead, maybe watch a video, and go through the exploration given below to help you learn the material with understanding.
Follow the directions for the task given with the link and answer the following questions in the space provided.
1) Click on the following links and explore the graphs of quadratic functions in VERTEX FORM.
a) Describe what happens to the graph when you change the variable a.
(type here)
b) Describe what happens to the graph when you change the variable h.
c) Describe what happens to the graph when you change the variable k.
2) Why do you think that vertex form was introduced in algebra? Why didn’t we just stick to standard form?
3) Would you prefer graphing a quadratic function in vertex form or in standard quadratic form? Explain your answer.
4) Let’s say a student in our class wants to know how to put a function given in standard quadratic form into VERTEX quadratic form, explain to this student how he/she could do this? Explain the process ( you will be graded on thoughtful responses).
There are 2 ways of graphing quadratic functions: by transformations and by properties.
We’ve looked at graphing functions by transformations (in problems 1-4). Now let’s look at graphing by properties. You want to use graphing by properties when the function is in standard form.
5) Here are the properties you need to know to in order to graph by properties. Please go to the following link and put in the following function to find the properties.
Determine the vertex:
Determine the x-intercepts:
y-intercept:
equation of the line of symmetry
a) Does the graph of this quadratic function open upwards or downwards?
b) What is the vertex of the parabola?
c) Does this function have a max or min value?
d) Would this parabola have x-intercepts YES or NO? Explain why or why not?
Algebra is the study of patterns, making generalizations, and reasoning. What patterns do you see with graphing quadratics?
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Meet your TAs
Get to know your TA.
If you are in section 6 or 7 your TA is Brittany Jensen.
If you are in sections 8,9, or 10, your TA is Haley Stevenson.
You have some excellent TAs that will assist you this semester. Your TAs will help you with things like doing your homework, proctoring quizzes, helping you study for tests, answering your questions, entering your grades into the gradebook, and working one-on-one with you. Before looking elsewhere for extra help try talking to your TA, take advantage of their office hours and the extra review sessions on fridays. There are many resources that are available to you. Be sure you get to know your TA and let her know of your needs.
Here's a little bit about each of our fabulous TAs this semester.
My name is Brittany Jensen. I am from Crawfordsville, Indiana. I come from a family of 9 and I love spending time with them! I am majoring in Early Elementary Education and I hope to teach Kindergarten. I'm excited to get to know each of you this year and help you do well in this class.
So I'm Haley Stevenson. I grew up in Idaho Falls, Idaho... No I didn't grow up on a farm, and I don't know how to grow potatoes. I do like to eat them, however. :) I have been at BYU for the past 4 years and will be graduating this April in Mathematics Education. I really love math and am really excited to teach it! I really enjoy reading when I have spare time and am a huge movie buff! I love watching movies and can answer most trivia questions about them. I also really enjoy playing all kinds of games and doing jigsaw puzzles.
If you are in section 6 or 7 your TA is Brittany Jensen.
If you are in sections 8,9, or 10, your TA is Haley Stevenson.
You have some excellent TAs that will assist you this semester. Your TAs will help you with things like doing your homework, proctoring quizzes, helping you study for tests, answering your questions, entering your grades into the gradebook, and working one-on-one with you. Before looking elsewhere for extra help try talking to your TA, take advantage of their office hours and the extra review sessions on fridays. There are many resources that are available to you. Be sure you get to know your TA and let her know of your needs.
Here's a little bit about each of our fabulous TAs this semester.
My name is Brittany Jensen. I am from Crawfordsville, Indiana. I come from a family of 9 and I love spending time with them! I am majoring in Early Elementary Education and I hope to teach Kindergarten. I'm excited to get to know each of you this year and help you do well in this class. 
This picture is my husband, Jeremy, and I. Also, I have cut my hair since this picture, but I don't have a picture with my shorter hair! :)
Friday, August 19, 2011
Welcome to Math 110 Fall 2011
Hello Students. Welcome to Math 110. This blog will act as a support for keeping you up-to-date with course material. We will post information about schedules, test reviews, power point presentations and handouts from class, lecture videos, links for resources, and other class news. Please check the blog often throughout the semester. I encourage you to sign on as a follower so you'll be notified when new posts are added to the blog.
Materials you will need:
1) You will need a MyLabsPlus kit to get started with the homework.It's really cheaper to buy this kit with the book at the bookstore. I looked online through amazon.com and the kit was going for $78-99. Your book is a little more than $100. I recommend having a textbook for the course.
2) Notebook- You will need a notebook to write your homework in. If you complete a notebook for each section after the first exam then you will receive extra credit on your test 2,3,4 scores. This is your only opportunity for extra credit so take advantage.
3) Time- You will need at least 8-10 hours a week of studying. The lab time can be included in these hours. This is the minimum. Some of you will need more depending on your background and experience. I recommend scheduling out the time you plan to study for our course now to ensure you have enough time to take this course this semester.
Get Syllabus here
See you the first day!
Materials you will need:
1) You will need a MyLabsPlus kit to get started with the homework.It's really cheaper to buy this kit with the book at the bookstore. I looked online through amazon.com and the kit was going for $78-99. Your book is a little more than $100. I recommend having a textbook for the course.
2) Notebook- You will need a notebook to write your homework in. If you complete a notebook for each section after the first exam then you will receive extra credit on your test 2,3,4 scores. This is your only opportunity for extra credit so take advantage.
3) Time- You will need at least 8-10 hours a week of studying. The lab time can be included in these hours. This is the minimum. Some of you will need more depending on your background and experience. I recommend scheduling out the time you plan to study for our course now to ensure you have enough time to take this course this semester.
Get Syllabus here
See you the first day!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
About your instructor
My name is Melissa Quinn. I earned my Bachelors Degree at BYU in Mathematics Education. I am currently working on a Masters Degree in Mathematics Education. I have one year to go. Wohoo!! I have been a mathematics teacher at Utah Valley University since 2003. I enjoy teaching at the college level. I am a Montana native. I didn't grow up on a farm or owned horses like most people assume. I did live close to the mountains. I love the mountains and enjoy hiking. I spend a lot of time hiking up Rock Canyon. I love healthy food, gardening, teaching cooking classes, and going to the movies. I have a wonderful family. I'm married to a mechanic who is passionate about cars. We just celebrated our 12th anniversary together. We have 4 children: Andelin, Porter, Miles and Talia. My life is sweet.
I look forward to a productive and fun semester. I hope you are ready to work hard and that you will feel comfortable working with me. I care about your success. This is my 4th semester teaching Math 110.
I've chosen excellent Ta's which I hope you will get to know and will ask questions.
Here's some pics of my family being silly on BYU campus. In my defense, it wasn't my idea but the kids sure had fun. We definitely got a lot of strange looks and laughs.We were taking the eccentric look a bit far. What's funny is we aren't the type to dress up ever. In fact if you were to visit our house anytime during the week we'd all be in our sweats.
I look forward to a productive and fun semester. I hope you are ready to work hard and that you will feel comfortable working with me. I care about your success. This is my 4th semester teaching Math 110.
I've chosen excellent Ta's which I hope you will get to know and will ask questions.
Here's some pics of my family being silly on BYU campus. In my defense, it wasn't my idea but the kids sure had fun. We definitely got a lot of strange looks and laughs.We were taking the eccentric look a bit far. What's funny is we aren't the type to dress up ever. In fact if you were to visit our house anytime during the week we'd all be in our sweats.
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