Share Paper: Redesigning an Algebra for Precalculus Course
Wednesday, October 23 10:30 AM-11:00 AM Champagne 2
Abstract: In the fall of 2011, the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Northern Arizona University began the process of redesigning the delivery of three freshman-level mathematics courses from a traditional model to one that would be web-based in nature. These redesigned courses would then be offered in an emporium-style setting beginning in the fall of 2012. This paper will detail the work involved in the redesign and first-year results of one of the three courses, MAT 108:Algebra for Precalculus. The structure of the course and changes made to that structure based on first semester results will be disseminated. Also discussed ...