A Mastery-Based Approach to Learning Math
At the MLC, you will find a mastery-based approach to learning math under the guidance of an instructor and with tutorial support. You will learn by reading, watching video lectures, and completing practice problems
Math is a sequential learning subject. In order to learn a new topic, you must already understand what came before. Often, students who struggle with math have “gaps” in their mathematical knowledge, which is like trying to climb a staircase that is missing several steps. Mastering each topic ensures that your “mathematical staircase” is solid and complete with no gaps.
To be successful, you will need to be self-directed, self-motivated, and committed to working quickly enough to stay ahead of the testing deadlines. If you put in the time and effort into learning the material and ask for help when you need it, you can be successful in this program.
Contact
Program Director:
Cristina Domokos
Tutorial Services Assistant:
Carolyn Donohoe-Mather
Phone: (916) 484-8632
Hours
Location
- Complete your math requirements using a mastery-based approach.
- Work quickly on easier material so that you can spend time on what you need to learn.
- Receive regular help and feedback from your instructor.
- Study, get help, and take tests any time we are open.
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Work at your own pace: Take the whole semester to complete your course or work quickly and complete your course early.
You MUST purchase MyMathLab access for the Math 333 custom course. This may be purchased through College Store or using the “Buy Now” option when you enroll in the MyMathLab course.
You will need the Math 333 workbook to accompany the MyMathLab course. This workbook is available in the College Store.
In order to watch the required videos and complete the required workbook pages while in the center, you will need to bring a set of inexpensive headphones. (Note that cell phone earbuds or earbuds with built-in microphones may not work.)
The MLC offers the following courses:
- Course Title Prerequisite
- Math 300 Introduction to Mathematical Ideas Intermediate Algebra (Math 120, Math 133, or Math 129) with a grade of “C” or better.
- MathS 95 Support for Introduction to Mathematical Ideas None. (You must be enrolled in the paired corequisite Math 300 course)
- Math 333 Introduction to College Algebra Through the Los Rios Placement Process or High School Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3 or Intermediate Algebra.
- MathS 33 Support for Introduction to College Algebra None. (You must be enrolled in the paired corequisite Math 333 course.)
Students not meeting the Intermediate Algebra perquisite can enroll in Math 300 or Math 333 if also enrolled in the corequisite support course.
You MUST purchase MyMathLab access for A Survey of Mathematics, 11th edition, by Angel, Abbott and Runde. This may be purchased through the College Store or using the “Buy Now” option when you enroll in the MyMathLab course.
You will need the Math 300 workbook to accompany the MyMathLab course.
In order to watch the required videos and complete the required workbook pages while in the center, you will need to bring a set of inexpensive headphones. (Note that cell phone earbuds or earbuds with built-in microphones may note work.)
You will receive regular guidance from your instructor. Following the mandatory orientation, you will be required to attend class once per week (twice in the summer) to meet with your instructor. You will be able to work in the center at other times as well.
You will master each skill before moving on to the next one. After successfully completing homework for a course module, you will take the online module test, retaking it if needed, until scoring at least 80%. Completion of all course modules is required to take the final exam (one try) that makes up most of the course grade.
You will be able to complete work and receive tutoring help at other times as well.
To register for your MLC course in MyMathLab, complete the following:
- In your Canvas course, click on the MyLab and Mastering link in the navigation pane at the left side of the Canvas course.
- Click on the "Open MyLab & Mastering" button.
- Agree to any authorization requests.
- If you already have a Pearson account, sign in. If not, then follow the prompts to create an account. (Be sure to write down your username and password if you create an account.)
- Select an access option.
- If you already obtained your curriculum package from the ARC Bookstore, enter the access code.
- If you don't have your access code yet, click the link to get temporary access without payment for 14 days.
(If you use temporary access, then you will need to upgrade to permanent access once you obtain your access code.)
- Click on "Go to My Courses" to open your MLC course in MyMathLab. (You might need to refresh the page to see this button.)
After you register, you can open MyLab and Mastering any time to access your course.
The following documents are for students who are enrolling in Math 300 in the Math Learning Center.
Syllabus and Calendars
The following documents are for students who are enrolled in MathS 95 in the Math Learning Center.
The following documents are for students who are enrolling in Math 333 in the Math Learning Center.
The following documents are for students who are enrolling in both Math 333 and MathS 33 in the Math Learning Center.
"Do not worry about your difficulties in Mathematics. I can assure you mine are still greater."
~ Albert Einstein