ERIC Number: EJ1168752
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 5
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-0894-3907
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Developing Compressed Beginning and Intermediate Algebra Courses
Walker, Sylvia E.
Journal of Developmental Education, v40 n2 p30-34 Win 2017
The purpose of this project was two-fold. First, it would provide an opportunity for students to complete the developmental math course sequence more quickly, thereby enabling students to proceed to a college-level mathematics course sooner. To accomplish this, the classroom was designed with computer-assisted homework courses that blended beginning and intermediate algebra into two, 8-week piloted courses. Second, by using a combined beginning and intermediate algebra book, the students' repetition of previously learned material was reduced, thereby enabling more class time for the new material in Intermediate Algebra.
Descriptors: Remedial Mathematics, Introductory Courses, Advanced Courses, Algebra, Sequential Approach, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Homework, Community Colleges, Two Year College Students, Student Educational Objectives, Mathematics Tests
National Center for Developmental Education. Appalachian State University, P.O. Box 32098, Boone, NC 28608-2098. Tel: 828-262-3057; Fax: 828-262-7183; Web site: http://ncde.appstate.edu/publications
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Tests/Questionnaires; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: New Mexico
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