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ALEKS is a powerful online assessment tool that diagnoses the strengths and weaknesses of a student’s mathematics preparation. More information about the product is at:  \n[https://www.aleks.com/highered/ppl/what_is_aleks_ppl](https://www.aleks.com/highered/ppl/what_is_aleks_ppl)  \nALEKS PPL is a web-based assessment, which you complete on your own computer, and at a time convenient for you. The  \nassessment consists of about 30 questions. The average completion time is 90 minutes, but you can take more time if you need to.  \nThe assessment lets ALEKS develop a precise picture of your knowledge of precalculus, knowing which topics you mastered and which need work. Your knowledge is represented by a multicolor pie chart, which forms the basis of the personalized preparation module. As you learn new topics, ALEKS updates its map of your knowledge. We believe ALEKS will be a useful tool for most incoming students.  \nALEKS is being funded by a one-time “Mathematics Placement Fee” of $33 charged to all new UB students.  \nFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)  \nWhy are we doing this?  \nThe mathematics department tested ALEKS over the last two years in Math 141-College Calculus I. Among students using ALEKS, we saw a dramatic decline in the percentage of students who receive a poor grade (D, F or R) . We believe ALEKS will provide more accurate placement then the current system, which uses student SAT scores. ALEKS also provides learning modules so students can review areas of weakness before taking calculus. Understanding one’s preparedness for university level mathematics is essential for future success. We believe that all our incoming students can benefit from both the assessment ALEKS provides and the ability for self-paced learning to improve preparation. Students whose math skills are rusty can use ALEKS to prepare themselves for calculus. We will continually assess the program and only continue the fee as long as it produces demonstrable results.  \nWho has to take the ALEKS Placement Assessment?  \nWe are currently requiring ALEKS for students wishing to enroll in first semester calculus courses (Math 121, 131 or 141) . We are suggesting it also for students who might wish to take ULC 147 or ULC 148, or who are simply considering taking calculus and want abetter understanding of their appropriate placement. In future years, we may require all incoming students to take the assessment. Some of our peer institutions have discovered this leads to an increase in STEM majors.  \nWhen should I take ALEKS?  \nCurrently we are requiring a score of 61/100 for Math 121 and Math 131 and a score of 76/100 for Math 141. Incoming students planning to take one of these courses should take ALEKS early in the summer. Students who know they will not take calculus this semester should wait, as the access to ALEKS covered by the fee is good for only one year.  \nIs ALEKS used for placement into precalculus (ULC 148) or intermediate algebra (ULC 147)?  \nAt this time, we are only requiring ALEKS for first semester calculus. However, it is useful as a placement tool for any student. McGraw Hill recommends the following placements:  \n244 Mathematics Building, Buffalo, NY 14260-2900  \nTel: (716) 645-8780 Fax: (716) 645-5040  \nALEKS Score Recommended Placement  \n\u003C30 Too low for any UB math classes  \n30-45 Intermediate Algebra (ULC 147)  \n45-60 Precalculus (ULC 148)  \n61-75 Precalculus (ULC 148) or Math 121 or Math 131  \n>75 Calculus (Math 121 or Math 131 or Math 141)  \nStudents who initially score low may spend time in the preparation module if they wish to take a higher class. This is a great opportunity for a student who may fall behind by starting in ULC 147 or 148. 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