REDESIGN PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY I CHEMISTRY 111 University

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REDESIGN: PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY I, CHEMISTRY 111 University of Maryland Eastern Shore Assessment Report:

REDESIGN: PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY I, CHEMISTRY 111 University of Maryland Eastern Shore Assessment Report: Principles of Chemistry I Jennifer L. Hearne, Ph. D. May 29, 2009 Baltimore MD

Introduction University of Maryland Eastern Shore MCRI Team at UMES Goals of the Redesign

Introduction University of Maryland Eastern Shore MCRI Team at UMES Goals of the Redesign Adopt new methods to improve student learning outcomes Reduce institutional costs Release instructional resources for other purposes

Topics of Discussion Principles of Chemistry I Project Assessment Student Learning Outcomes Cost Savings

Topics of Discussion Principles of Chemistry I Project Assessment Student Learning Outcomes Cost Savings Implementation Issues

Principles of Chemistry I Goals Basic atomic and molecular theory Nomenclature Reaction stoichiometry Gas

Principles of Chemistry I Goals Basic atomic and molecular theory Nomenclature Reaction stoichiometry Gas laws Population 73% Freshman Caters to science and health professions students ○ 20% of freshman class

Principles of Chemistry I: Replacement Model Course Chemistry 111 E Section Size Meetings Sections

Principles of Chemistry I: Replacement Model Course Chemistry 111 E Section Size Meetings Sections per academic year Professors per academic year 30 -40 MWF 50 minutes 7 6 Up to 114 MW 50 minutes + 1 h in computer lab 3 2

Infusion of Technology Cengage. NOW http: //login. cengage. com/sso// Tutorials and exercises that may

Infusion of Technology Cengage. NOW http: //login. cengage. com/sso// Tutorials and exercises that may be repeated in an attempt to earn a perfect score Features of Cengage. NOW ○ Hints/Answers ○ Instantaneous grading ○ Grade management ○ Monitors time-on-task

Individualized Assistance ULA/LA monitor students’ time-on-task in computer lab Offer on-demand assistance Cumulative grade

Individualized Assistance ULA/LA monitor students’ time-on-task in computer lab Offer on-demand assistance Cumulative grade posted every Monday Office door/Blackboard Cengage. NOW grade available in student account Call or text from 8 AM-9 PM

Performance Assessment 70 60 50 % of Students 40 30 20 10 0 Traditional

Performance Assessment 70 60 50 % of Students 40 30 20 10 0 Traditional A D B CF D WF W A-CA-C 12. 1 18. 2 24. 2 18. 2 21. 1 6. 1 54. 5 Pilot 17. 2 31. 3 17. 2 15. 8 5. 7 14. 1 65. 7 A B C Full Implementation 18 24. 4 27 7. 2 18 5. 4 69. 4

Cost Assessment 300 250 200 150 100 USD 50 0 Population Traditional Institutional Cost

Cost Assessment 300 250 200 150 100 USD 50 0 Population Traditional Institutional Cost per Cost to Student Population Institutional Cost to Student per Student 33 268 200 Pilot 76 151 265 Full Implementation 220 80 105

Project Assessment Classroom Successes Increased the percentage of A-C grades (14%) Attitude improvement ○

Project Assessment Classroom Successes Increased the percentage of A-C grades (14%) Attitude improvement ○ On-demand help ○ LA/ULA ○ Text messaging

Implementation Issues Challenges Computer glitches Funding for a new computer lab Tech literacy Motivational

Implementation Issues Challenges Computer glitches Funding for a new computer lab Tech literacy Motivational Factors Student Performance Professional Development Opportunities

Diverse Issues in Higher Education Feature Story: Cutting Costs, Improving Learning. April 30, 2009.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education Feature Story: Cutting Costs, Improving Learning. April 30, 2009. Volume 26, No. 6.

Acknowledgements Amakoe Ajavon Krystal Esoga Allie Bryant – Cengage Publishing UMES MCRI Team, Faculty,

Acknowledgements Amakoe Ajavon Krystal Esoga Allie Bryant – Cengage Publishing UMES MCRI Team, Faculty, & Administration Don Spicer & Nancy Shapiro Carol Twigg & Carolyn Jarmon Contact Information Jennifer L. Hearne, Ph. D. JLHearne@umes. edu 410 -651 -7945