Transcript Sinclair Community College
AHEA Conference 2008 S INCLAIR C OMMUNITY C OLLEGE
Developmental math success with online technology
Presented by Eric Kraus & Amity Jetton
P RESENTERS Developmental Studies Department, Math
Eric Kraus
Associate Professor DEV and MAT courses
Amity Jetton
• Instructor, 5 yrs • Science Background • Previous DEV student
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URPOSE
To share and discuss pedagogy that enhances students’ learning experiences in developmental mathematics.
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URPOSE
What is MyMathLab?
Focalized lectures
More time for group activities
Can technology-integrated instruction be helpful to developmental students?
Multimedia online textbook accompaniment Non-traditional approach
How does MyMathLab improve student performance?
Stimulate student engagement
Restructure student learning responsibilities
DEV STUDENT CHARACTERISTICS
Pre-algebra
• • Perform basic arithmetic for whole numbers, fractions and decimals Develop computational skills, number-sense, and problem-solving
Beginning algebra
• • • Simplify algebraic expressions Solve simple linear equations and applied problems Factor trinomials
Typical Student
Low retention rate Under-prepared Non-responsive to course predominantly in lecture format
mymathlab/idre.html
W HAT IS M Y M ATH L AB (MML)?
Online textbook-specific online course supplement Customizable modules Multiple delivery modes Accessible anywhere Web available
STUDENT ACCESS CODES
Where do you find your student access code?
Attached to the inside cover of your new textbook …or for sale in your bookstore
MML DESIGN
Multiple delivery modes Study Plan Step-by-step tutorials Videos
MML D ESIGN H IGHLIGHTS
Multiple modes of delivery Continuous assessment Continuous feedback On-demand online tutorials Gradebook
Data from Sinclair CC, Dayton, Ohio Academic Foundations
Dev 108 (Beginning Algebra), Winter 2008 Number of Students Success Rate (%) Traditional/Other 293 52.9
MML –based Instruction 153 51.0
Data from Sinclair CC, Dayton, Ohio Academic Foundations
Dev 108 (Beginning Algebra), Winter 2008 Number of Students Success Rate (%) Traditional/Other 293 52.9
MML –based Instruction 153 51.0
MML C URRICULUM S UPPORT
Hybrid instruction Department standardization Student development Shorter lectures Peer-to-peer Inclass tutoring
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Self reliance Work independently On-demand assistance Peer-to-peer exchange Experience connection between tasks and achievement
Assessment & Evaluation
Assessment
measures learning readiness, progress, and outcomes.
Evaluation
includes the determination of a grade or a decision regarding pass/fail for an individual assignment or for a course.
For Students • Allows multiple attempts • Instant student feedback • Instant student grading Student gradebook Group Presentations For Instructors • Consistent performance standards Ability to set prereq’s and time-schedule • Monitor progress Access individual work • Automated grading
STUDENT Responses
“It has [helped] me to understand how to work a problem out that I couldn’t get before” “It has definitely helped…I can go back and review homework and print quizzes...” “I can work at my own pace which helps…” “If I don’t understand a problem it explains step-by step.” “…it can show you how to break things down.” “I believe its just extra work.” “…I can get lost on those explanations.”
STUDENT Responses
“It has [helped] me to understand how to work a problem out that I couldn’t get before” “It has definitely helped…I can go back and review homework and print quizzes...” “I can work at my own pace which helps…” “If I don’t understand a problem it explains step-by step.” “…it can show you how to break things down.” “I believe its just extra work.” “…I can get lost on those explanations.”
Resources
• World Wide Web
US Internal Revenue Service
http://www.irs.gov/app/understandingTaxes/jsp/s_student_lessons.jsp
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US Social Security Online
http://www.ssa.gov/kids/faqs1.htm
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The New York Times Learning Network Lesson Plans
http://www.nytimes.com/learning/index.html
• Access to files
Amity Jetton Online File Retrieval (*.zip file) File folder name “Sinclair _ OADE Conference Files”
http://briefcase.yahoo.com/[email protected]