This document provides information about how online math classes work at Mendocino College. It explains that classes are organized into chapters and sections that include online lectures, homework assignments, quizzes and discussions. Students can access course materials and complete assignments through the MyMathLab online platform. The document provides guidance on obtaining access to MyMathLab, technical requirements, where to get help and key steps to follow at the start of the course.

1. Mendocino College

2. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?

3. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?
Your class will cover some number
of chapters…

4. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?
Your class will cover some number
of chapters…
Sample Chapter

5. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?
Your class will cover some number
of chapters, and within each
chapter, some number of
sections…
Sample Chapter
Sample
Section
one
Sample
Section
two
Sample
Section
three

6. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?
Each of these sections has an
accompanying section in the
book…
Sample
Section
one
Algebra
Book
How to add
polynomials
…

7. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?
Each of these sections has an
accompanying section in the
book, usually an online video
lecture...
Sample
Section
one
Algebra
Book
How to add
polynomials
…

8. How the course works
 How do online math classes
work at Mendocino College?
Each of these sections has an
accompanying section in the
book, usually an online video
lecture, and perhaps other
features.
Sample
Section
one
Algebra
Book
How to add
polynomials
…

9. How the course works
After you have prepared
yourself to do the homework,
then it’s time to do the
homework!

10. How the course works
Usually, there will be
assignments that are due each
day or each week, depending
on how your instructor the
class set up. It is your
responsibility to know when
an assignment is due.

11. How the course works
When you have completed all
of the homework for a unit,
then it will be time to work on
the Quiz.

12. How the course works
Usually, you are given two
chances per quiz...

13. How the course works
Usually, you are given two
chances per quiz,
but only one chance per final.

14. How the course works
We give you two chances per
quiz so that if there is any
computer error, you’ll be ok.

15. How the course works
We give you two chances per
quiz so that if there is any
computer error, you’ll be ok.
Due dates and make up policies
may vary among instructors,
so check your syllabus for
more information.

16. How the course works
There will also be weekly assignments in Discussions.
 The first week is usually an introduction, and then you’ll need to respond to each other.
 Most discussion assignments will work like this
 One week you answer the posted question
 The next week you respond to each other.

17. How the course works
There will also be weekly assignments in Discussions.
 The first week is usually an introduction, and then you’ll need to respond to each other.
 Most discussion assignments will work like this
 One week you answer the posted question
 The next week you respond to each other.
 There are two other features of the Discussions page:

18. How the course works
There will also be weekly assignments in Discussions.
 The first week is usually an introduction, and then you’ll need to respond to each other.
 Most discussion assignments will work like this
 One week you answer the posted question
 The next week you respond to each other.
 There are two other features of the Discussions page:
 Homework Questions
 When you have questions on the homework, and you will…this is also where you will go to post your questions.
 We will all work together to build a Knowledge Base, sort of our classes FAQ
 Please do your best to ask questions when you have them
 Also, search to see if you question has been asked
 Also, answer questions when they come up.

19. How the course works
There will also be weekly assignments in Discussions.
 The first week is usually an introduction, and then you’ll need to respond to each other.
 Most discussion assignments will work like this
 One week you answer the posted question
 The next week you respond to each other.
 There are two other features of the Discussions page:
 Homework Questions
 When you have questions on the homework, and you will…this is also where you will go to post your questions.
 We will all work together to build a Knowledge Base, sort of our classes FAQ
 Please do your best to ask questions when you have them
 Also, search to see if you question has been asked
 Also, answer questions when they come up.
 General Course Questions:
 This is a place to post questions about how the course works.
 If you have a general question that others may be interested in, this is the place to post it!
 If you have a personal question please email your instructor directly.

20. Login to MyMathLab
When you try to access
your lessons, you will
be brought to a page
that will ask you to
accept an End User
License Agreement
(EULA), and afterward
you will be asked for a
Access Code.

21. Login to MyMathLab
When you try to access
your lessons, you will
be brought to a page
that will ask you to
accept an End User
License Agreement
(EULA), and afterward
you will be asked for a
Access Code.

22. 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.)

23. 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.)

24. 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.

25. Requirements
 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.]

26. 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 14 days,
or you risk not being able to complete the class.

27. Requirements
PC Users
Operating Systems:
Windows 10, Windows 7, 8, and 8.1
Internet Browsers:
Edge 12, Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 46,
Chrome 49, or anything newer.
Mac Users
Operating Systems:
OS-X 10.9 (Mavericks) or higher
Internet Browsers:
Safari 7, Firefox 46, Chrome 49, or
anything newer.
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.)

28. 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!

29. Tech Support
REMEMBER!
24 hour, 7 day a week Tech
Support for MyMathLab:
(800)677-6337

30. Review of Key Steps
 Obtain a valid MyMathLab Student Access Code.
 Register and login to MyMathLab (from inside CANVAS).
 Introduce yourself in the Discussion Board.
 Complete the Course Orientation.
 Start your assignments right away.

31. Have a great semester!