1. Online Math Orientation
for Modularized Courses
Mendocino College
Updated Summer 2014

2. Welcome
Welcome to your modularized
online math class at
Mendocino College!

3. Welcome
Welcome to your modularized
online math class at
Mendocino College!
This orientation will prepare
you for accessing the
course.

4. Welcome
Welcome to your modularized
online math class at
Mendocino College!
This orientation will prepare
you for accessing the
course.
Please read through this entire
presentation before
attempting to access the
class.

5. What is a ‘Modularized
Class’?
?

6. What is a ‘Modularized
Class’?
This course is probably not like
most courses you’ve taken.
It is designed in modules.

7. What is a ‘Modularized
Class’?
This course is probably not like
most courses you’ve taken.
It is designed in modules.
The intent is to help you by
concentrating on the areas
you need to work on, while
letting you rapidly move on
from content you may
already know.

8. What is a ‘Modularized
Class’?
This course is probably not like
most courses you’ve taken.
It is designed in modules.
The intent is to help you by
concentrating on the areas
you need to work on, while
letting you rapidly move on
from content you may
already know.
The result:
more efficient
use of your
time.

9. How a Modularized
Class Works

10. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.

11. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.
Think of these as small chunks
of the math you need to
learn—usually several
sections, but less than a
chapter.

12. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.
Think of these as small chunks
of the math you need to
learn—usually several
sections, but less than a
chapter.
The very first thing you will
want to do is look over the
textbook to refresh yourself
with the material.

13. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.
Think of these as small chunks
of the math you need to
learn—usually several
sections, but less than a
chapter.
The very first thing you will
want to do is look over the
textbook to refresh yourself
with the material.
Work through some examples,
try some problems.

14. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.
Think of these as small chunks
of the math you need to
learn—usually several
sections, but less than a
chapter.
The very first thing you will
want to do is look over the
textbook to refresh yourself
with the material.
Work through some examples,
try some problems.
You’ll want an idea of what to
expect when you take the next
step.

15. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.
Think of these as small chunks
of the math you need to
learn—usually several
sections, but less than a
chapter.
Also, you will have an
assignment that consists of
watching the videos and
working through a couple of
examples before you can take
the pretest.

16. How a Modularized
Class Works
Content is divided into
modules.
Think of these as small chunks
of the math you need to
learn—usually several
sections, but less than a
chapter.
Also, you will have an
assignment that consists of
watching the videos and
working through a couple of
examples before you can take
the pretest.
This further allows you to
prepare for the pretest and will
significantly help in the
learning process!

17. Step-by-Step
First, you will watch the section
videos and work through an
example from each section.

18. Step-by-Step
First, you will watch the section
videos and work through an
example from each section.
MODULE 1:
Videos and
Example
Problems

19. Step-by-Step
First, you will watch the section
videos and work through an
example from each section.
You will also want to read the book
a bit, and go over a couple of
examples.
MODULE 1:
Videos and
Example
Problems

20. Step-by-Step
First, you will watch the section
videos and work through an
example from each section.
You will also want to read the book
a bit, and go over a couple of
examples.
You will want to be as prepared as
possible for the next steps,
both to improve your learning
and to decrease the amount of
time spent doing work over.
MODULE 1:
Videos and
Example
Problems

21. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Videos and
Example
Problems

22. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Based on how you do on this
Pretest, homework will be
generated from the sections in
this module.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Videos and
Example
Problems

23. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Based on how you do on this
Pretest, homework will be
generated from the sections in
this module.
But only from questions you got
wrong. This way, you won’t
spend too much time on stuff
you already know.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Videos and
Example
Problems

24. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Based on how you do on this
Pretest, homework will be
generated from the sections in
this module.
But only from questions you got
wrong. This way, you won’t
spend too much time on stuff
you already know.
(This is why studying BEFORE the
Pretest is a GREAT IDEA!)
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Videos and
Example
Problems

25. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Based on how you do on this
Pretest, homework will be
generated from the sections in
this module.
But only from questions you got
wrong. This way, you won’t
spend too much time on stuff
you already know.
(This is why studying BEFORE the
Pretest is a GREAT IDEA!)
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Videos and
Example
Problems
*STUDY TIP!*
If you do not know how to do a
problem on the pretest, don’t
guess! Instead, leave it blank.
This way, you’ll be sure to have
some homework problems on the
topic so you can practice and
learn!

26. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Videos and
Example
Problems

27. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
It is recommended that you
continue doing the problems
until you get at least 90%, and
even better, 100% correct.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Videos and
Example
Problems

28. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
It is recommended that you
continue doing the problems
until you get at least 90%, and
even better, 100% correct.
[Don’t worry—you only need to
redo the ones you got wrong!]
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Videos and
Example
Problems

29. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
Then, take the Quiz to finish the
module.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 1
Quiz.
Videos and
Example
Problems

30. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
Then, take the Quiz to finish the
module.
It is recommended that you get at
least 80% correct.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 1
Quiz.
Videos and
Example
Problems

31. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
Then, take the Quiz to finish the
module.
It is recommended that you get at
least 80% correct.
You can re-take the Quiz as often as
you like until the due date.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 1
Quiz.
Videos and
Example
Problems

32. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
Then, take the Quiz to finish the
module.
After you take the Quiz the first
time, you should do the Post
Quiz Review. This will help you
review any problem types you
got wrong.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 1
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

33. Step-by-Step
Next, you will take a Pretest.
Next, Do the Homework that’s
been generated.
Then, take the Quiz to finish the
module.
After you take the Quiz the first
time, you should do the Post
Quiz Review. This will help you
review any problem types you
got wrong.
MODULE 1:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 1
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 2…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

34. Step-by-Step
Once you’ve moved on to Module
2, that module works the
same way:
• Study the sections and
watch the videos for the
next module
• Pretest
• Homework
• Quiz
• Review
MODULE 2:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 2
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 3…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

35. Step-by-Step
What if you do perfectly on
the Pretest?
If you do perfectly on the
Pretest, then no HW is
generated, and you can go
directly to taking the Quiz.
MODULE 2:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 2
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 3…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

36. Step-by-Step
What if you do perfectly on
the Pretest?
If you do perfectly on the
Pretest, then no HW is
generated, and you can go
directly to taking the Quiz.
This saves you time. If you
already know the material,
you’re basically testing out of
the module.
MODULE 2:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 2
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 3…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

37. Step-by-Step
You will need to finish the
Module in the week that it is
assigned – you cannot take a
Quiz after the due date –
instead, you’ll just have to go
on to the next Module.
MODULE 2:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 2
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 3…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

38. Step-by-Step
You will need to finish the
Module in the week that it is
assigned – you cannot take a
Quiz after the due date –
instead, you’ll just have to go
on to the next Module.
This is a slight change from
the classes in the past so
please be aware of this.
MODULE 2:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 2
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 3…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

39. Step-by-Step
You will need to finish the
Module in the week that it is
assigned – you cannot take a
Quiz after the due date –
instead, you’ll just have to go
on to the next Module.
This is a slight change from
the classes in the past so
please be aware of this.
Bottom line – no late work!
MODULE 2:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 2
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Module 3…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

40. After every third
module…
When you complete the third
module (and the sixth, and
the ninth) you will have a
unit test that will test you on
the previous three modules.
MODULE 3:
Take Pretest
Do the Homework
Take the Module 3
Quiz.
Take
Study
Plan
Go to Unit Test…
Work
the
Review
Videos and
Example
Problems

41. After every third
module…
When you complete the third
module (and the sixth, and
the ninth) you will have a
unit test that will test you on
the previous three modules.
After you have finished the
test, you should work the
review.
Unit Test:
Take the Unit Test.
Go to Module 4…
Work
the test
Review

42. After every third
module…
When you complete the third
module (and the sixth, and
the ninth) you will have a
unit test that will test you on
the previous three modules.
After you have finished the
test, you should work the
review.
You can retake the as often
as you like until the due date.
Unit Test:
Take the Unit Test.
Go to Module 4…
Work
the test
Review

43. After every third
module…
When you complete the third
module (and the sixth, and
the ninth) you will have a
unit test that will test you on
the previous three modules.
After you have finished the
test, you should work the
review.
You can retake the as often
as you like until the due date.
You should work the test review
before retaking though so you
can focus on what you need to
learn to do better!
Unit Test:
Take the Unit Test.
Go to Module 4…
Work
the test
Review

44. After every third
module…
When you complete the third
module (and the sixth, and
the ninth) you will have a
unit test that will test you on
the previous three modules.
After you have finished the
test, you should work the
review.
You can retake the as often
as you like until the due date.
You should work the test review
before retaking though so you
can focus on what you need to
learn to do better!
Unit Test:
Take the Unit Test.
Go to Module 4…
Work
the test
Review
It is recommended that you earn at
least a 60% to move forward.

45. After every third
module…
When you complete the third
module (and the sixth, and
the ninth) you will have a
unit test that will test you on
the previous three modules.
After you have finished the
test, you should work the
review.
You can retake the as often
as you like until the due date.
You should work the test review
before retaking though so you
can focus on what you need to
learn to do better!
Unit Test:
Take the Unit Test.
Go to Module 4…
Work
the test
Review
It is recommended that you earn at
least a 60% to move forward.
Due Dates are check dates and you
must take each test BY THAT DATE!

46. What do you do if you
finish a module early?
You should rework the homework and
review, improving your score, and even
the Quiz. If you have everything at 100%,
you can ask your teacher if you can
move ahead early.

47. The Final
The final is comprehensive and
covers the entire class. It will be
given the last week of class.

48. First Assignment
Once you are logged in to your course in MyLab, go to the
Discussion Board and introduce yourself.

49. First Assignment
Once you are logged in to your course in MyLab, go to the
Discussion Board and introduce yourself.
Use standard grammar and punctuation—text messaging
abbreviations are not acceptable in college courses.

50. First Assignments=
Once you are logged in to your course in MyLab, go to the
Discussion Board and introduce yourself.
Use standard grammar and punctuation—text messaging
abbreviations are not acceptable in college courses.
• Body of Message: Introduce yourself so everyone gets a good
sense of who you are—what's important to you with respect
to your education, job/career and other life interests. If you
are a returning student, also share your tips for success in
online math.

51. First Assignment
Once you are logged in to your course in MyLab, go to the
Discussion Board and introduce yourself.
Use standard grammar and punctuation—text messaging
abbreviations are not acceptable in college courses.
• Body of Message: Introduce yourself so everyone gets a good
sense of who you are—what's important to you with respect
to your education, job/career and other life interests. If you
are a returning student, also share your tips for success in
online math .
• Post a reply to others : Click the reply button located on the
bottom right of any posting. You may even find a great study
partner!

52. First Assignment
Once you are logged in to your course in MyLab, go to the
Discussion Board and introduce yourself.
Instructors will often have weekly discussion assignments,
journaling requirements, or some other class participation.
You may find these posted in the discussion board, or
elsewhere in the course. Your instructor will be sure to let
you know where to find the information and when it is due.

53. Tech Support
It is your responsibility to have a
fully-functional computer that
is capable of handling all your
online work.
Contact Tech Support (not your
instructor), for your computer
hardware and software
questions and problems:
http://pearsonmylabandmastering.
com/students/support/
http://www.mymathlab.com/conta
ctus_stu.html
•Live Chat! Monday-Thursday (5am-
8pm), Friday (5am-5pm),
•and Sunday (2pm-9pm)Pacific Time
•Email 24/7: Fill out a product
support form online.
•Call: 1-800-677-6337 Monday-Friday
(5am-5pm), and Sunday (2pm-9pm)
Pacific Time (WRITE THIS NUMBER
DOWN!)

54. Tech Support
Computer Back-Up Plan

55. Tech Support
Computer Back-Up Plan
In case something goes wrong, you may want to
have ready access to another computer that’s
set up for MyLab. Suggestions:

56. Tech Support
Computer Back-Up Plan
In case something goes wrong, you may want to
have ready access to another computer that’s
set up for MyLab. Suggestions:
• Use the Learning Center’s computers (available
to all students)

57. Tech Support
Computer Back-Up Plan
In case something goes wrong, you may want to
have ready access to another computer that’s
set up for MyLab. Suggestions:
• Use the Learning Center’s computers (available
to all students)
• Enroll in CSC 500 to use lab computers or MTH
40A, B, C, or D to get both computer access
AND tutoring!

58. Tech Support
Computer Back-Up Plan
In case something goes wrong, you may want to
have ready access to another computer that’s
set up for MyLab. Suggestions:
• Use the Learning Center’s computers (available
to all students)
• Enroll in CSC 500 to use lab computers or MTH
40A, B, C, or D to get both computer access
AND tutoring!
• Arrange to use a friend’s computer - but be sure
you have downloaded the MyLab software at
the start of the semester, so you know it will
work when you need to use it.

59. Tech Support
Computer Back-Up Plan
In case something goes wrong, you may want to
have ready access to another computer that’s
set up for MyLab. Suggestions:
• Use the Learning Center’s computers (available
to all students)
• Enroll in CSC 500 to use lab computers or MTH
40A, B, C, or D to get both computer access
AND tutoring!
• Arrange to use a friend’s computer - but be sure
you have downloaded the MyLab software at
the start of the semester, so you know it will
work when you need to use it.
Remember: Technical problems and family emergencies do NOT
serve as a valid excuse for missing due dates.

60. Review of Key Steps

61. Review of Key Steps
Introduce yourself in the Discussion Board.

62. Review of Key Steps
Introduce yourself in the Discussion Board.
Complete the Course Orientation (if your instructor requires
one.)

63. Review of Key Steps
Introduce yourself in the Discussion Board.
Complete the Course Orientation (if your instructor requires
one.)
Start Module 1.

64. Now…
You’ll need to know
how to actually
access the course.

65. How to Access
MyMathLab

66. MyMathLab
The online math courses at Mendocino College use a
different website.

67. MyMathLab
The online math courses at Mendocino College use a
different website.
The Website is known as MyMathLab.

68. Login to MyMathLab
In an Internet browser, navigate to
http://www.MyMathLab.com
If you’ve previously taken an online
math course at Mendocino College,
you already have an account.
However, you still should follow
these instructions to register your
new course on MyMathLab.
You will need two things:
1. Course ID (From Etudes)
2. Access Code (From the
MyLab packet included with
the textbook or purchased
seperately)

69. Login to MyMathLab
In an Internet browser, navigate to
http://www.MyMathLab.com
Now, click on ‘Student’ under
‘Register’
(Once you have registered in the
MyMathLab course, you’ll come back
and click on ‘Sign In’ to access the
course.)

70. Login to MyMathLab
In an Internet browser, navigate to
http://www.MyMathLab.com
After registering, click on “Enroll in a
New Course” and follow the links.

71. Login to MyMathLab
Next, you will enter your CourseID. You
can find this on your Syllabus.

72. Login to MyMathLab
If you already have an account
with Pearson, you can enter
your Username and Password
here.
If you do not have an account
with Pearson (you’ve never
taken online math before, for
example) you’ll click here to
create an account.

73. Login to MyMathLab
Once you have created
your account or signed
in to your existing
account, you’ll be
brought to the page
asking your for your
access code.

74. Login to MyMathLab
If you have an access code
already, you’ll click here
to enter it.
(You may have purchased
the access code by itself
or with your book.)

75. Login to MyMathLab
If you have not yet
purchased an Access
Code, and are only
planning to purchase
the Access Code
without the book, you
can purchase it online
with a credit card by
clicking here.
(Prices may vary.)

76. Login to MyMathLab
If you are waiting for your
book and access code,
or financial aid, or
payday, or…? whatever
your reason may be,
you can get a
temporary, 14 day
access code by clicking
here and following the
directions.

77. Requirements
1. Should you Buy a Textbook?
Not necessarily, because an online version of the book is available in MyLab with just
the Access Code. Here are your options:
Buy a textbook – The biggest advantage of having a book is that you can study
offline. And if you buy it new at the Mendocino College bookstore (in Ukiah,
Lakeport, or Willits), it comes bundled with a MyLab Access Code.
Get a Used Book – This is fine, but you also will need to have your own MyLab Access
Code, since the codes are linked to a specific student.
Buy a stand-alone code – This is a less expensive option, and gets you into the course
where you can use the online textbook (downside: can’t scroll, must click page
to page.) You may purchase it at the Mendocino College bookstore, or online
with a credit card during the MyLab registration process.
[Note: If you plan to buy a textbook off-campus, check your course syllabus for the correct ISBNs
to be sure you get the book and an access code.]

78. What if you are unable to get
a book right away?
If you are unable to purchase a book or an access code
right away, you can (and must, so that you do not get
behind) utilize a temporary 14-day access code.
You will find the option for this when you are going
through the procedure of accessing the class.
When asked for an access code, you will see an option for
the temporary code.
You must upgrade to a full access code within the 17 days,
or you risk not being able to complete the class.

79. Requirements
PC Users
Operating Systems:
Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
Internet Browsers:
Internet Explorer 8 or 9, Firefox 11 or
higher, Chrome 15 or 16.
Mac Users
Operating Systems:
OS-X 10.7 (Lion) or higher
Internet Browsers:
Safari 5.1, Firefox 11 or up, Chrome 15 or 16
PC and Mac Users
Internet Connection: Cable/DSL, T1, or other high-speed to be able to view multimedia
content; 56k modem minimum
Memory: 64 MB Ram minimum; Monitor resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher
Pop-Up Blockers: Disable Pop-Up Blocker software (CTRL + the pup-up bar below menus
and toolbars.)

80. Tech Support
REMEMBER!
Technical problems and family
emergencies do NOT serve as
valid excuses for missing due
dates. Do NOT wait until the last
minute to get your assignments
done – get them done early so
that if an issue comes up you are
still on time!

81. Review of Key Steps
Get Course ID and other documents from Etudes.
Obtain a valid MyMathLab Student Access Code.
Register and login to MyMathLab.
Introduce yourself in the Discussion Board.
Complete the Course Orientation.
Start your assignments right away.

82. Have a great semester!