Intermediate Algebra On-line MichMATYC 2001 It’s DEEP Khadija Ahmed Monroe County Community College October 6, 2001

Background Gathering Information Conferences (ICTCM, Stop Surfing, MichMATYC) Literature Discussions with veteran on-liners Interactive software LiveMath Delivery Method Blackboard

Nature of Distance Learning Independent learning Students are on their own Need for Structure and organizational help Student preparedness Math Prerequisites Computer skills

Communication Required On-campus Orientation Login and password LiveMath Download and practice General Course Information and Expectations On-line office hours (Chat) Discussion Board

The Course Content Objectives Same as traditional course Emphasis on learning content Textbook – same as traditional course Required Assignments w/ strict deadlines Assessment – same as traditional course Testing Center

The Course Course Requirements Participation (Chat and Discussion Board) LiveMath Assignments Homework Tests

Changes Fall 200Winter 2001Fall 2001 Textbook: Blitzer New Textbook: Tussy/Gustafson 9 Required 9 Required 5 Required HW Increased number of 9 Required 9 Extra Credit 4 Required 3 Required Exams3 out of 4 Required Exams

Changes Fall 200Winter 2001Fall Evening Online Office Hours (TR 8-9 P.M.) 1 Evening Online Office Hour (Wed 8-9 P.M.) 1 Afternoon (2-3p) 1 Evening (8-9p) Online Office Hour Chat Required (Online Office Hours) Required Discussion Board (Review) 20 Participation Points - Chat 80 Participation Points - DB 80 Participation Points – DB

Changes Fall 200Winter 2001Fall 2001 Required 1 st Assignment PBS Distance Learning Readiness Quiz PBS Distance Learning & Diagnostic Test Tutoring Center Course Videos Peer Tutor Videos Online tutoring Videos Discussion Groups

Intermediate Algebra Data NA-B-CD-E-W On-line – Fall %79% On-line - Winter ‘011233%67% Trad. KA – Fall ‘002556%44% All Other – Fall ’ %34% All Other - Winter ‘ %42%