A Mastery-Based Approach to Learning Math
At the NMLC, 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: Amy Gaudard
Phone: (916) 485-6067
Hours
Monday - Thursday:
8:00 am - 12:20pm
Friday:
9:00am - 1:00pm
- Complete a transfer-level math course using a mastery-based approach.
- Work quickly on easier material so that you can spend more time on what you need to learn.
- Receive regular help and feedback from your instructor.
- Get help from tutors any time we are open.
- Work at your own pace: Take the whole semester to complete your course or work quickly and complete your course early.
The MLC offers the following courses:
- Math 300: Introduction to Mathematical Ideas (enrollment in MathS 95 Support might be required)
- Math 333: Introduction to College Algebra (enrollment in MathS 33 Support might also be required)
Students not meeting the Intermediate Algebra perquisite can enroll in Math 300 or Math 333 if also enrolled in the corequisite support course.
Access to Course Materials: You will need to purchase access to course materials that are owned by Pearson Publishing.
Course Workbook: You can get your free workbook in the MLC or at the bookstore. You can order it to be delivered by mail for a small fee.
Access to Course Materials: You will need to purchase access to course materials that are owned by Pearson Publishing.
Course Workbook: You can get your free workbook in the MLC or at the bookstore. You can order it to be delivered by mail for a small fee.
- Regular one-on-one interactions with your instructor.
- Tutoring services in-person and online.
- You only have to attend/log in once per week (twice in summer sessions) – but you MUST attend at those times.
- You must master each module – with a score of at least 80% on an exam – before moving on to the next one.
- You must master all modules before you can take the final exam.
- If you don’t complete all modules, or if you don’t complete the final exam, you can’t pass the 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