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SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION IN A COMMUNITY COLLEGE DEVELOPMENTAL MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY OF LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Title
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION IN A COMMUNITY COLLEGE DEVELOPMENTAL MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY OF LEARNING EXPERIENCES.
Creator
Phelps, Julie, Evans, Ruby, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
Mirroring the changing demographics of the nation, the community college student population continues to grow in size and in diversity. Almost half of all students who enter these institutions need at least one remedial course, which is often developmental mathematics. Developed in 1973, Supplemental Instruction (SI) has quickly gained recognition as an academic support program that is used to aid student performance, retention, and academic success. This dissertation used a phenomenological...
Show moreMirroring the changing demographics of the nation, the community college student population continues to grow in size and in diversity. Almost half of all students who enter these institutions need at least one remedial course, which is often developmental mathematics. Developed in 1973, Supplemental Instruction (SI) has quickly gained recognition as an academic support program that is used to aid student performance, retention, and academic success. This dissertation used a phenomenological approach to identify factors that motivated students' attendance and subsequent learning experiences in SI sessions associated with developmental mathematics. Sources of data included five rounds of interviews (three with SI learners and two with SI leaders), a Multiple Intelligence Inventory, and statistical information from the referent community college. Study findings revealed eight themes that characterized motivating factors for attending these optional instructional sessions. Moreover, nine themes emerged from the data regarding types of activities learners experienced in SI. Findings suggest that SI helps create a climate of achievement for learners taking developmental mathematics in a community college setting.
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Date Issued
2005
Identifier
CFE0000661, ucf:46512
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0000661
Faculty Professional Development for Improving Hybrid Course Success
Title
Faculty Professional Development for Improving Hybrid Course Success.
Creator
Lawhon, Jennifer, Hopp, Carolyn, Vitale, Thomas, Hines, Rebecca, Phelps, Julie, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
The purpose of this Dissertation in Practice was to investigate the inconsistent success rates in hybrid courses at a Florida college. Results from a pilot study and faculty survey revealed a need for a training program specific to hybrid instructors. The researchers created a training program composed of a framework and a professional development course, designed to promote consistency in how instructors create and implement their hybrid courses. The framework consists of six research-based...
Show moreThe purpose of this Dissertation in Practice was to investigate the inconsistent success rates in hybrid courses at a Florida college. Results from a pilot study and faculty survey revealed a need for a training program specific to hybrid instructors. The researchers created a training program composed of a framework and a professional development course, designed to promote consistency in how instructors create and implement their hybrid courses. The framework consists of six research-based standards which aided in the creation of six learning modules for the professional development course. These modules were: course alignment, face-to-face active learning, online resources, formative feedback, assessment guidelines, and course structure. A focus group of faculty members who have taught hybrid courses at the college was used to review the course and framework to assess whether any modifications are required. The focus group discussion revealed that all six elements of the framework are essential to the success of a hybrid course design. The focus group also suggested changes and revisions to the professional development course which should be addressed prior to rolling out the course college-wide.
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Date Issued
2017
Identifier
CFE0006757, ucf:51861
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0006757
Faculty Professional Development for Improving Hybrid Course Success
Title
Faculty Professional Development for Improving Hybrid Course Success.
Creator
Saxman, Amanda, Hopp, Carolyn, Vitale, Thomas, Hines, Rebecca, Phelps, Julie, University of Central Florida
Abstract / Description
The purpose of this Dissertation in Practice was to investigate the inconsistent success rates in hybrid courses at a Florida college. Results from a pilot study and faculty survey revealed a need for a training program specific to hybrid instructors. The researchers created a training program composed of a framework and a professional development course, designed to promote consistency in how instructors create and implement their hybrid courses. The framework consists of six research-based...
Show moreThe purpose of this Dissertation in Practice was to investigate the inconsistent success rates in hybrid courses at a Florida college. Results from a pilot study and faculty survey revealed a need for a training program specific to hybrid instructors. The researchers created a training program composed of a framework and a professional development course, designed to promote consistency in how instructors create and implement their hybrid courses. The framework consists of six research-based standards which aided in the creation of six learning modules for the professional development course. These modules were: course alignment, face-to-face active learning, online resources, formative feedback, assessment guidelines, and course structure. A focus group of faculty members who have taught hybrid courses at the college was used to review the course and framework to assess whether any modifications are required. The focus group discussion revealed that all six elements of the framework are essential to the success of a hybrid course design. The focus group also suggested changes and revisions to the professional development course which should be addressed prior to rolling out the course college-wide.
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Date Issued
2017
Identifier
CFE0006791, ucf:51819
Format
Document (PDF)
PURL
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0006791