Frequently Asked Questions
College Algebra 201 and 202 - Summer 2026
MTH 122 · COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the things students ask most. Don’t see your question? Email me or post on the Question Quest Board.
💬 Getting Help & Communication
How do I get in touch with my professor?
- Email — csizemore@clcillinois.edu (best way to reach me; always use your CLC email)
- Canvas Inbox — click Inbox in the left nav, then “Compose Message”
- Zoom office hours — Mondays 11am–12pm; link on the Home Page
- Phone — 847-543-2906 during office hours only
How quickly will I receive a response?
Expect a response within 24–48 hours on business days (Monday–Friday). If you don’t hear back after 48 hours on a weekday, please email again — it may have been missed.
What if I’m struggling with the material?
Don’t wait — reach out early. The fastest paths to help:
- Email me with the specific problem or concept you’re stuck on — the more specific, the faster I can help.
- Visit the CLC Tutoring Center — free, online or in person.
- Post on the Question Quest Board — classmates and I both watch it.
- Join Zoom office hours on Monday mornings, or email to set up a different time.
📚 Course Materials & Daily Work
Where do I find today’s lesson?
Open the Course Calendar from the Home Page — it shows every day of the term with the lesson, videos, reading, and the homework that’s due. Click any day to open its page.
How do I access homework?
- Open the Course Calendar and click on the day you want.
- Each day page has the Submit HW link in the To-Do section at the top — it opens MyOpenMath in a new tab.
- You can also see upcoming work on your Canvas To-Do list (right sidebar) or Canvas Dashboard.
How do I access MyOpenMath?
MyOpenMath is built into Canvas — you don’t need a separate account. Just click any Submit HW link on a day page, and MyOpenMath opens automatically (signed in as you). If you see a sign-in screen, contact me right away.
How do I submit written homework (Check-in assinments)?
- Open the written HW assignment in Canvas.
- Print the assignment and write your solutions in the space provided.
- Scan your completed pages as a single PDF.
- Click Submit Assignment and upload your PDF.
- Click Submit — you’ll see a confirmation message.
- Always check that your submission went through.
🎯 Exams & Testing
Can I take exams from home using LockDown Browser?
No — all exams in this course are taken in person at an approved testing center.
You’ll need to schedule a time and location in advance. Instructions are posted before each exam window opens.
Can I use my phone or an online calculator during exams?
Phones are strictly prohibited during exams. Any phone use is a violation of the course’s academic integrity policy.
- Only approved calculators may be used.
- Any needed formula sheets or reference materials will be provided with the exam.