Welcome to on line learning at MCC. This 8 week semester, is an excellent way to acquire macroeconomics. You should have read the information on the Directions and Orientation links on my homepage.

Ok, here are the steps to access our course. Please note that we have two online web sites that support our class -- WebTutor Advantage and Aplia.

Read this entire letter and review all links before you attempt to register for the course sites.

The process below will allow you to register for and enroll in the on line course supported by our textbook publisher called WebTutor Advantage.  If you have any problems you should call 1 877 855 3238 and select option 3.

1.  Open up the shrink wrap on your new textbook -- Principles of Macroeconomics 4rd edition by Gregory Mankiw.  If you do not have a new textbook that is shrink wrapped with two 3 by 5 access cards, go to the MCC bookstore and verify you have the correct course materials.

2.  Read the Directions (You should print these out if you have not already done so).
Complete the on line orientation -  this is a 5 module orientation that will prepare you for the on line demands of our class.
http://www.mc.maricopa.edu/other/distance/orientation/index.html

3.  You are now ready to access our course site.  First make certain:
    a.  You have a new Principles of Macroeconomics textbook -- 4rd edition -- by Mankiw.
    b.  You have read the Directions (see above)  I would hope that you have printed them out.
    c.  You have completed the 5 module orientation to on line learning above.
    d.  You have used the access card to register for our class following the directions in b and on the access card in order to register for WebTutor Advantage
    e.  Go to http://thomson.webct.com/public/gpratt08/index.html I would bookmark this site.

        1.  Type in the user name and password you created by carefully following the Directions (see link above)
        2.  Review all of the links you see in our Webct course site, complete the pre test, read chapter 1 and take quiz 1 by the due date.
    f.  Now follow the directions at this link to register for our Aplia web site.

Student Registration Instructions Macroeconomics - Second 8 weeks, Fall 06

Professor Greg Pratt
**DO NOT PURCHASE A TEXTBOOK AT THE BOOKSTORE UNTIL YOU READ THIS** You will be using Aplia for this course. Aplia is an online product that contains both a digital version of the textbook and online homework.

Your course key is: EWT2-LUXP-LGNT

How to Use Aplia
Step 1: Register for Your Aplia Course

First Time Aplia Users:

1. Connect to http://econ.aplia.com

2. On the Sign In page, click the Go button next to "Test Your System Configuration"; this takes just a few seconds and provides detailed information on how to update your system if necessary

3. Head back to the Sign In page and click the "Register Here" link

4. Fill out the form and click Continue

5. Enter Your Course Key (above)

Returning Aplia Users:

1. Connect to http://econ.aplia.com and sign in using your usual e-mail and password

2. Enter your course key (above)

Problems with registration or sign in? You can always e-mail Aplia by clicking on the "Help" link in the upper-right corner of any page or by e-mailing support@aplia.com.



Note that your Aplia course includes a digital edition (online version) of the textbook.


2. Use the Aplia Access Card from your campus bookstore - note: this accompanied the new course materials you were instructed to purchase.

* Use the Aplia Payment Code located inside the Aplia Access Card as your means for payment at the Aplia website. The Aplia Payment Code covers your entire Aplia course fee. Aplia does not offer refunds for courses paid for with an Aplia Payment Code.

Buy your physical textbook from the campus bookstore (price determined by bookstore)

* Textbooks from your campus bookstore come bundled with an Aplia Payment Code. Use the payment code to pay for your Aplia course online. The Aplia Payment Code covers your entire Aplia course fee. Aplia does not refund courses paid for with an Aplia Payment Code.

Grace period for payment: You may register and use the website until 04.05.06 without paying the fee. If you are considering dropping this course during the drop/add period, do not make a payment until you decide to stay in the course. You need to pay the full amount before the end of the grace period to continue using the site.

Aplia assignments: Most assignments come in pairs of practice problem sets and graded problem sets. Practice problem sets give you immediate feedback and an explanation of the correct answer. They do not count toward your homework grade. Use them to check your understanding of the material. If you feel confident about the material, you can go directly to the graded set and refer to the practice set only if you want some help.

The graded problem sets have a firm due date. You can change your answers as many times as you like before the due date passes. Once the due date passes, Aplia records your grade and you can no longer change your answers or complete the assignment. In other words, Aplia assignments must be done by the due date. The software does not understand excuses. Do your assignments early to keep last minute emergencies from getting in your way. After the due date, Aplia displays the correct answers and explanations for graded problems.

Student benefits of Aplia: Cramming is an ineffective learning method. Aplia lets you learn by doing -- you can apply what you hear and see in the classroom and what you read in the text. Think of the regular assignments on Aplia as a weekly economics workout. Regular work in Aplia will

FAQ

What is an Aplia Payment Code and how can I get one? The Aplia Payment Code is just another way to pay your Aplia course fee. You can find them bundled with your text or sold separately at your campus bookstore. Your Aplia Payment Code is different from your Aplia Course Key. The course key allows us to identify your economics class and professor; the payment code tells us that you prepaid your Aplia course fee when you purchased the code. An Aplia Payment Code follows the format of xxxxx-xxx-xxxxx-xxx and is printed on a separate card included with your textbook or bought separately from your bookstore.

What if I purchase a payment code after paying for Aplia with my credit/debit card or electronic check? We can refund your payment. To speed up the refund process, sign into your Aplia course and go to the My Account tab. Click on My Courses, and enter your payment code. You will then receive an automatic refund.

Under what circumstances can I get a refund?

Refund Policy: You are entitled to a refund if you submit a refund request to Aplia during the original grace period for payment. The grace period for your course expires on 04.05.06. No refunds will be granted after this date. Requests for refunds must be submitted by email or letter and received by Aplia within the stipulated time period. Contact support@aplia.com or write to Aplia, Inc., 959 Skyway Rd, Suite 325, San Carlos, CA 94070 USA, to request a refund.

Note: No refunds are issued for courses paid for with an Aplia Payment Code under any circumstances.

How do I access my textbook on the Aplia website? A digital version of your textbook is available in your Aplia course. You can access textbook chapters on the Home page or through your weekly assignments.

Disclaimer: I receive no monetary benefit from requiring Aplia assignments.

Note:  You are in the correct place in WebTutor Advantage if, after logging in above, you see the following at the Web Tutor Advantage course site.

This is the homepage for ECN 111 classes for the Fall 2006 semester taught by Greg Pratt. Second 8 Week Fall 2006 Semester

Note: You are in the correct place in Aplia if, after logging in above, you see the following at the Aplia course site.

Macroeconomics - Second 8 weeks, Fall 06