Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

Human Anatomy & Physiology Redesign

Amiee M. Wagner, MS Central Ohio Technical College

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

Ohio Learning Network with NCAT

• Awarded Central Ohio Technical College one of nine Technology Innovation grants in December 2004 • “The Anatomy of a Course Redesign”

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

Reasons for Choosing HAPI

• Large enrollment course • High DFW rates for traditional class (~35-40%) • Offered at off-site locations (Knox county, Coshocton, Pataskala, future sites) • Online programs • Cost reductions

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

Reasons for Choosing the Replacement Model

• Focus group study • Incorporate application based learning projects • Maintain personal contact with students • Encourage student teamwork

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

Pilot

• Compared the redesigned course to the traditional course • Data from a well-designed pilot course can be used to: – Alleviate student/faculty concerns about the quality of the course – Determine where changes must be made

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

HAP Pilot

• Ran parallel-sections with enrollment based upon student choice – 75% of the students signed up for the online course • Exam averages were nearly identical • DFW rates – Redesigned sections: 9% – Traditional section: 29%

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign

Full Implementation

• 32% Increase in Enrollment • Average DFW = 8% • Significant cost reductions – Traditional = $184.30/student – Redesigned = $78.60/student

Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Central Ohio Technical College

Newark, Ohio