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SI and Teaching Protocols
Attending: Richard G., Kristin P., Daniel C., Patrick L., Emral D., Aleksandr G., Tian C. Discussion: Review of what SI is (“ground rules”) “TAS” program in NYC schools (SI) Re-enroll low-pass Regents – review with instructors, then have them teach new students Algebra, Living Environment, Geometry, Chemistry Discussion of value of tutoring (as practiced currently […]
Supplemental Instruction (SI) for STEM Courses
Attending: Richard G., Tian C., Emral D., Michael W., Daniel C., Kristin P., Azure F. Discussion Points: Issues with finance and for SI, as well as funding sources Does tutoring make a difference? Data shows yes — data specific to KCC (Mike W.) Materials cost: textbooks, online assignments/assessment, etc. OERs, Waymaker, ALEX Negotiated prices with […]
Impact of the 12-6 Calendar at CUNY; Graduation Rates; Advisement
Topic: Discussion of impact of 12-6 calendar on STEM learning. Attending: Dan, Pat, Kristin, Azure, Tara, Raluca, Tian. Points of Discussion: Pat’s presentation at Hostos, who are being encouraged to adopt a 12-6 (union meeting with admin also present). Questions about impact on student internships (May start) and length of time for propr learning (esp. […]
Automatic-Algebra.org; Conceptual Quizzes
Topic: Materials used in gateway math courses. In-class materials used: Dan’s online conceptual quizzes in MAT 900; hope is to well-prepare students well for later science and math courses. General agreement that conceptual emphasis and not all-multiple-choice computational questions is helpful. Automatic-algebra.org: Dan’s website for timed drills on basic prerequisite skills (negatives, order of operations, […]
Supplemental Bio-Math Modules; Math Workshop; Qualitative Reasoning
Topic: Stats/Prob. modules developed for Bio 33/ab Attending: Physical Sciences, Biology, Mathematics, Math Workshop Anna/Emral also teaching a learning community with A&P and math (Bio 50/50). Discussion of other efforts on campus to support math: Bio learning communities (11 and 33) Bio 13 boot camp (S3) MAT M1/M2 4-day (16 hour) workshops for high-fail students […]
Dan’s Reading Notes on Krantz
For your consideration; Dan’s reading notes on Krantz’s How to Teach Mathematics (PDF): Krantz-Notes-Public
Student Expectations; CUNY Remediation Changes; Biology Supplements
Discussing: Steven G. Krantz, How to Teach Mathematics, Chapters 4-6 Attending: Daniel, Kristin, Tian Points: Students being surprised at learning any new skill in a college math class (after many years of algebra review). Complaints/grievances. Students being accustomed to scaling/extra credit to make sure they pass (instead of rigorous standards & hard work). History of […]
Tracking Math; Outreach Ideas; Exercise Ideas; Takeaways
Discussing: Steven G. Krantz, How to Teach Mathematics, Chapters 3-4 Attending: Daniel, Patrick, Kristen, Aleksandr, Deborah, Eva, Tian (and Sara K.) Points: What else can this group do to move forward with better math teaching at KCC? STEM Vision Committee — team up with them Run a pilot somehow using new strategies to teach math, […]
K-12 Preparation; Cultural Study Habits; General Principles at Start or End?
Discussing: Steven G. Krantz, How to Teach Mathematics, Chapters 1-3 Attending: Aleksandr Gorbenko, Patrick Lloyd, Daniel Collins, Kristin Polizotto, Tian Cai, Deborah Berhanu Points: Question: What did you agree or disagree with? Moore Method: Surely inappropriate for our students. Question: Why are KCC students unprepared? K-12 prep as a problem for KCC students. Math anxiety […]
Prerequisite Challenges; Testing and Time; K-3 Experience
Discussing: Steven G. Krantz, How to Teach Mathematics, Preface Attending: Daniel Collins, Emral Devany Points: (1) Prerequisite Challenges Started with an overview of the book, as some people were just being informed/picking it up today. In future sessions we’ll plan to cover the main chapters, and try to find ways to attract more attendees. Discussed […]
