Elementary Algebra with Supplemental Instruction

This course redesign implemented a supplemental instruction (SI) model with an enhanced curriculum that includes assignments for students to develop learning skills, such as metacognition. There were three sections in Spring 2016, each with a different SI model. Building off of an existing NSF grant, we are used two Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) facilitators. We also had an inexperienced tutor from the Math Learning Skills department. In two sections, the SI lab is required. In one of these required SI lab sections, the SI was led by two PAL facilitators, while in the other section the SI was led by one MLSK tutor. In the third section, the SI was optional and no facilitators assigned - students had access to drop-in tutoring labs and time dedicated to MLSK lab in their course schedule.