APSU Course Revitalization Projects 2012

Revitalization for Academic Success Initiative (RASI) funding provided by the Title III Center for Teaching and Learning and Academic Affairs Dr. Tim Winters, Chair Pat Perdew, Chair Dr. Daniel Frederick Dr. Larry Lowrance Dr. William Rayburn Dr. David Snyder Dr. Blair Thornton Senate RASI Committee APSU 1000 Liberal Arts in University Life Christina Chester-Fangman Gina Garber CHEM 1010/1011 Chemistry: Society and the Environment Dr. Meagan K. Mann ENGL 2030 Traditions in World Literature Dr. Dwonna Goldstone Dr. Dan Shea MATH 1420 Structure of Mathematical Systems II Dr. Ann Assad Dr. Jackie Vogel Ashley Whitehead Dr. Andy Wilson MATH 1710 College Algebra Bonnie Hodge Dr. Samuel Jator Dr. Nell Rayburn PHIL 1030 Introduction to Philosophy Dr. Jordy Rocheleau SPAN 1010/1020 Elementary Spanish Dr. Miguel Ruiz Dr. Osvaldo Di Paolo Key Points of the APSU 1000 Proposal Camtasia Videos Podcasts RefWorks Bibliographic System in D2L emphasizes information literacy provides active-learning opportunities facilitates diverse learning styles targets historically difficult areas for students provides immediate feedback Key Point of the CHEM 1010/1011 Proposal all new lecture- and math-based lab activities improves connection between lecture and lab provides more thorough review of math for non-traditional students emphasizes problem-solving skills Key Points of the ENGL 2030 Proposal Hybrid Format In-Class Activities on Inductive and Deductive Reasoning improves course flexibility for students with complicated schedules assists student comprehension outside of class reserves class time for higher-order thinking skills Key Point of the MATH 1420 Proposal Students further develop journals initiated in a prerequisite course. decreases perception of disposible knowledge increases opportunity for critical reflection facilitates metacognitive development Key Points of the MATH 1710 Proposal online homework system small group work to replace one hour of lecture immediate feedback social learning opportunities active learning opportunities both in and out of class Key Points of the PHIL 1030 Proposal popular movies to illustrate course concepts a new textbook that connects course concepts to movies connects course concepts to students' lives creates shared cultural references to improve classroom community increases student engagement Key Points of the SPAN 1010/1020 Proposal more individual tutoring exercises customized to each student's needs individualized attention increased faculty-student contact customized instructional materials and activities PSY 3100: Developmental Psychology Dr. Paul Nicodemus Key Points of the PSY 3100 Proposal D2L Discussion Board online lab with videos, electronic flashcards, and other digital resources videos embedded in lectures weekly tests assists student learning outside of the classroom divides course into concepts instead of chapters helps students visualize abstract concepts allocates class time for in-depth discussions provides immediate feedback