College Algebra Required Materials (MATH 1314)

  • WebAssign INFORMATION:

    • An access code for WebAssign is required for this course. You may purchase an access code several ways:
      • in the VC Bookstore for $48.95 plus tax
      • here in Canvas by clicking a homework or book link for $37.95
      • by purchasing access to Cengage Unlimited for $119.99 (best value if you have other courses using Cengage materials. Price is for one semester. Other options are available: 1 year or 2 years)
    • The weekly homework assignments and quizzes will be completed here in Canvas. Just click those links in Canvas!

    • ***NOTE**** All students have a 14-day free trial period in WebAssign. You may access the course for free for 14 days from the first day of the semester. Please start working on your assignments, even if you do not have your code yet. Get started today!

    • You MUST purchase a WebAssign access code before the two week trial period ends.



  • TEXTBOOK INFORMATION:

    • We are using a free Open Stax textbook, developed by Rice University and supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, among others. You may access this free book in several ways:
      • Use this link and click Get This Book to access your textbook. You have two options: download a pdf file or use the View Online option.

      • You can also view a free ebook. There is a link in Canvas, or you can access it by clicking any homework assignment link, then choosing the ebook in WebAssign. Homework and quizzes will be completed online in Canvas. (You must purchase an access code to WebAssign.)

    • I recommend reading ahead in your text before you watch the lectures.

    • If you want to purchase a printed version (which is completely optional), you may go to the Victoria College Bookstore and buy a printed textbook. You can also rent a textbook if you buy Cengage Unlimited.

    • At the end of the text, there are solutions for Try It exercises and the odd exercises.



  • LAB MANUAL INFORMATION:

    • A printed lab manual is required for this course. Purchase the second edition of College Algebra: A Collection of Activities in the Victoria College Bookstore.

    • Colored pencils or highlighters are also required for these lab activities.