Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Human Anatomy Physiology

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Human Anatomy & Physiology Redesign Amiee M. Wagner, MS Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Ohio Learning Network with NCAT • Awarded Central Ohio Technical College one of nine Technology Innovation grants in December 2004 • “The Anatomy of a Course Redesign” Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Reasons for Choosing HAPI • High enrollment/High impact course • High DFW rates for traditional class (~35 -40%) • Offered at extended campus locations (Knox county, Coshocton, Pataskala, future sites) • Online programs Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Reasons for Choosing a Replacement/ Blended Model • Focus group study • Incorporate application based learning projects which encouraged student teamwork • Maintain personal contact with students Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Pilot Results • Ran parallel-sections with enrollment based upon student choice – 75% of the students signed up for the online course • Exam averages were nearly identical • DFW rates – Redesigned sections: 9% – Traditional section: 29% Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Full Implementation Results • Average DFW rate = 8% • Average increase in enrollment = 32% • Significant cost reductions – Traditional = $184. 30/student – Redesigned = $78. 60/student Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio

Human Anatomy and Physiology Redesign Take a Look at the Course • Go to http: //www. coursecompass. com • Click log in under student heading – Login name: cotc@cotc. edu – Password: cotc Central Ohio Technical College Newark, Ohio