Spring 2008: Elementary Algebra Intermediate Algebra Fall 2008: Basic Math Goals: Improve student learning Reduce costs ~ 1300 students Fall 09 – Spring 2010 at Cleveland State Community College, Cleveland, Tennessee COURSE REDESIGN

Course Structure Course Layout 10 – 12 mini modules 1 hour class meeting each week At least 1 hour required in lab each week Complete one module each week Course Grade Points for everything – class, lab, video notes, homework, and quizzes Course Standards Must score at least 70% on attendance, participation, homework and quizzes

Learning Materials Course CD Lectures Course Information Study Guide Software Package User-friendly/convenient Accessible Easy to customize I Textbook – optional Most students choose not to purchase hard copy

Student Reactions Students I want my lecture! Study night before exam What do I need to pass? Class Low attendance Don’t do homework Not engaged in class Students I like this! Weekly homework, quiz I want an A. Class Median attendance grade 88 Average homework grade 97 Come to class early, stay late Before RedesignAfter Redesign

Alternate Staffing Focus Covering material Preparing lectures Grading papers Schedule 15 class hours More office hours Helping students in office? Role Dispenser of information Focus Student progress Student success Helping students Schedule 10 class hours, 10 lab hours Fewer office hours Helping students in class, lab Role Mentor, coach, guide Traditional Faculty RoleNew Faculty Role

Alternate Staffing 7 Full time Faculty 1 Math Lab Specialist 7 Math Lab Tutors Role Tutor, proctor, enforcer, adjunct Requirements B.S. in Mathematics vs. Personality Training Student Supervision Math Lab Specialist, Department Chair

Contact Information Karen Wyrick, Department Chair Cleveland State Community College