Testing policy for using calculators at U of I ? Just wonder

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the policy regarding the use of calculators in mathematics courses, specifically at the University of Indianapolis. Participants express concerns about the workload associated with hand-written tests in courses like calculus and statistics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to know the calculator policy at the University of Indianapolis for calculus or statistics, indicating that hand-written tests may be burdensome.
  • Another participant suggests that calculators are generally not allowed in basic math courses at most universities, as the focus is on performing tasks manually.
  • A different participant questions the appropriateness of seeking this information on an online forum, suggesting that there are better methods to obtain it.
  • Another participant recommends checking the university's website or contacting the Math Department directly for information on calculator policies.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the calculator policy at the University of Indianapolis, and multiple viewpoints regarding the appropriateness of the forum for this inquiry are expressed.

Contextual Notes

Some participants assume that the calculator policy is similar to that of other universities, but this is not confirmed for the University of Indianapolis specifically. There is also uncertainty regarding the best methods to find the information sought.

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Just wondering if anyone happened to know how to find out the policy at University of Indianapolis for taking something like calculus or statistics. It just seems like a work load if they have you tests by hand. I'd just like to know because it'd make me relieved.
 
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I do not know about University of Indianapolis per se, but at most universities I know of, calculators are not required and not allowed in the basic math courses for the simple reason that you have no use for them and for those cases you do, e.g., when you have a symbolic calculator, you are usually being tested whether or not you can perform the task yourself.
 
Indianspirit said:
Just wandering if anyone happened to know how to find out the policy at University of Indianapolis for taking something like calculus or statistics. It just seems like a work load if they have you tests by hand. I'd just like to know because it'd make me relieved.1. Homework Statement

Why are you asking this on an online forum where most of the people don't know anything about the University of Indianapolis? Surely, there are much better ways of finding this information.
 
Doesn't the U of Indy have a web site? Have you surfed the site to see if their policies on calculators are posted? Telephoned? Faxed? E-mailed the Math Department?
 

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