Physics Course Redesign using Online Technology for Student Engagement

In order to further enhance student engagement in class and promote active learning strategies, we will introduce a new tool, Perusall, to improve student preparation for class sessions. Research has consistently shown that interactive engagement strategies enhance learning gains and improve students attitudes in physics courses. Perusall is a web-based service which integrates with the course textbook, monitors student reading, groups students to discuss readings, and automatically evaluates student responses to prompts. The introduction of Perusall will improve student preparation for interactive class time.