Share Paper: Redesigning a statistical concepts course to improve retention, satisfaction, and success rates of non-traditional undergraduate students

1. Nimet Alpay, Franklin University, United States
2. Pamela Ratvasky, Franklin University, United States
3. Natalya Koehler, Franklin University, United States
4. Carolyn LeVally, Franklin University, United States
5. Tawana Washington, Franklin University, United States

Abstract: This case study investigated the impact of the Statistical Concepts course redesign on the retention, performance, and satisfaction of non-traditional undergraduate students. The redesign used a systematic approach and has been yielding positive impacts over 5 trimesters. Student attrition rates on average decreased by 12 % and the number of students who received successful grades (A, B, C) on average increased by 17 %. The number of students who recommend the course has been consistently increasing as well. This study is specifically focused on comparing the results in two trimesters, Fall 2013 (using old course design with 335 students) and ...