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AHEA Conference 2008
Developmental math success with online technology
Presented by Eric Kraus & Amity Jetton
SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PRESENTERS
Eric KrausAssociate ProfessorDEV and MAT courses
Amity Jetton• Instructor, 5 yrs• Science Background• Previous DEV student
Developmental Studies Department, Math
PURPOSE
To share and discuss pedagogy
that enhances students’ learning
experiences in developmental mathematics.
PURPOSEWhat is MyMathLab?
Focalized lecturesMore time for group activities
Can technology-integrated instruction be helpful to developmental students?Multimedia online textbook
accompanimentNon-traditional approach
How does MyMathLab improve student performance?Stimulate student engagementRestructure 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
WHAT IS MYMATHLAB (MML)?
Online textbook-specific online course supplement Customizable modules Multiple delivery modes Accessible anywhere Web available
Where do you find your student access code?
Attached to the inside cover of your new textbook
…or for sale in your bookstore
STUDENT ACCESS CODES
Multiple delivery modes
Study Plan Step-by-step tutorials
Videos
MML DESIGN
MML DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS
Multiple modes of
delivery
Continuous assessment
Continuous feedback
On-demand online
tutorials
Gradebook
Data from Sinclair CC, Dayton, OhioAcademic 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, OhioAcademic Foundations
Dev 108 (Beginning Algebra), Winter 2008
Number of Students
Success Rate (%)
Traditional/Other
293 52.9
MML –based Instruction
153 51.0
MML CURRICULUM SUPPORT
Hybrid instruction
Department
standardization
Student development Shorter lectures Peer-to-peer Inclass tutoring
Self reliance Work independently On-demand assistance
Peer-to-peer exchange
Experience connection between tasks and achievement
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
For Students• Allows multiple
attempts• Instant student
feedback • Instant student
grading Student gradebook Group Presentations
Assessment & EvaluationAssessment 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 Instructors• Consistent
performance standards Ability to set prereq’s
and time-schedule• Monitor progress
Access individual work
• Automated grading
“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.”
STUDENT Responses
World Wide Web• US Internal Revenue Service
http://www.irs.gov/app/understandingTaxes/jsp/s_student_lessons.jsp
• US Social Security Online http://www.ssa.gov/kids/faqs1.htm
• The New York Times Learning Network Lesson Plans http://www.nytimes.com/learning/index.html
Resources
Access to files• Amity Jetton Online File Retrieval (*.zip file) File folder name - “Sinclair _ OADE Conference Files”
http://briefcase.yahoo.com/[email protected]
