Student Information Sheet and

Mathematics Background Survey

 

 

So that I can provide you with a learning experience that is of most value to you, I’d like to learn more about you before the course starts.  PLEASE PRINT LEDGIBLY!!!  Attach additional sheets if necessary.

 

Name:

E-Mail:

 

Major / Concentration:

 

Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

 

City & Zip:

 

 

1)   What math courses did you take in high school and (if applicable) at college?

 

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2)   What kind of grades did you receive from your previous math courses?

 

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3)   Did you use a graphing calculator in any previous math course?  If so, what kinds of things did you use it for?

 

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4)   Describe your attitude toward mathematics.

 

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5)   What are your strengths as a student in math?

 

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6)   How do you think the knowledge learned in this course will benefit your future career?

 

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7)   With what part of this course will you need extra help?

 

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8)   What is your most significant concern entering this course?  List some ideas for how we can overcome this concern.

 

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9)   What should I know about you so that I can be a good teacher for you?

 

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10)  List things teachers did in previous math courses that helped you learn better.

 

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F What else would you like for me to know?  (hobbies, musical interests, sports, disabilities, etc.)

 

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F What would you like to ask me?

 

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