Tejan Tingling The Community College of Baltimore County Innovations 2013 Elementary Algebra and Basic Physical Science combined course

The Beginnings Wife and board Innovation of CCBC ALP (Accelerated Learning Program) and AMP (Accelerated Mathematics Program)

The Idea Follow AMP model with Elementary Algebra and General Physical Science Integrated topics 2 grades earned “Just in time” remediation

Elementary Algebra Topics Linear Equations in One Variable & Applications Linear Inequalities in One Variable Linear Equations and Graphing Systems of Linear Equations Exponents Polynomials Factoring Text: Introductory Algebra Text by CCBC Mathematics Faculty

Linear Motion Nonlinear Motion Newton’s Laws of Motion Momentum Energy Rotational Motion Gravity Satellite Motion The Atomic Nature of Matter Solids Liquids Gases Text: Conceptual Physics by Hewitt; changed to College Physics by Serway/Vuille with supplements via web General Physical Science Topics

Problem-Based Learning Worked with Physics faculty to create lead-in exercises Some topics had to be done separately (exponents, atomic structure, states of matter, and others) Attempted shoehorned Systems of Equations/ Momentum

The 400 pound gorilla How many students sign up for the course?

Structure of course Elementary Algebra: 3 tests and cumulative final exam General Physical Science: 4 tests Quizzes throughout courses (9 total)

Results Student 1(poor attendance; stopped attending after 8 th week; had B in both courses at time): Math: F, Physics: F Student 2 (taking Math 082 for second time): Math: F, Physics: D Student 3: Math: A, Physics: B

Issues and Next Steps Am I a dreamer? How to attract students to science at lower math levels? How to effectively connect mathematics to science courses while creating acceleration? In process of combining College Physics and Applied Algebra with trigonometry courses.

Thank you!! Questions and Discussion