1. Teaching Engagement Student Success: Project MODAL Project MODAL Mathematics Online Directed Active Learning John D. McKinley 8 th June 2011 Project leads: Dr. John D. McKinley, Prof. Wei Sha

2. Teaching Engagement Student Success: Project MODAL Mathematics Online Directed Active Learning Pre-recorded eLectures More workshop-style activities Lecture capture of live lectures Additional resources through HELM Student evaluation and engagement Student performance Tools and tips MAPA and the QUB Maths Hub Overview

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7. Teaching Engagement Student Success: Project MODAL Build on HELM project funded by HEFCE, initial project value was £250,000 Helping Engineers Learn Mathematics 240 quality workbooks in 47 topics Introductory level to level 2 or 3 Workbooks available at www.qub.ac.uk/helmwww.qub.ac.uk/helm Downloadable CAA packages Access controlled using QoL login ID Mathematics Online Directed Active Learning HELM Resources

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11. Teaching Engagement Student Success: Project MODAL Much improved student evaluation 56% definitely agree with “module was stimulating and challenging” 43% definitely agree with “I have developed my knowledge and understanding” Mathematics Online Directed Active Learning Student Evaluation

12. Teaching Engagement Student Success: Project MODAL Lower module average Higher number of failures Issues to consider Student profile Student engagement Year isn’t over yet Mathematics Online Directed Active Learning Student performance

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16. Teaching Engagement Student Success: Project MODAL Project leads: Dr. John D. McKinley, Prof. Wei Sha Thank you Mathematics Online Directed Active Learning