Flipping United States History

As a department, we have observed that there is a high failure rate across multiple sections of History 130 and History 131. Many of our entering students lack the skills necessary for college work. Writing, notetaking, critical reading, and analytical skills are generally weak. The US history survey requires students to read difficult material, synthesize a vast amount of information, and complete writing assignments for which they are poorly prepared. In addition, many of our students have to overcome obstacles common to first generation college students including financial pressures and a lack of family support for their academic endeavors.