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Pearson & The University of Alabama

Pearson & The University of Alabama. Superior Learning Impact. Improved teaching capabilities for math courses Instructor customization capabilities Increased “personalization” capabilities for student learning Increased student success rates Cost savings of 28% over traditional courses

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Pearson & The University of Alabama

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  1. Pearson & The University of Alabama

  2. Superior Learning Impact • Improved teaching capabilities for math courses • Instructor customization capabilities • Increased “personalization” capabilities for student learning • Increased student success rates • Cost savings of 28% over traditional courses • Continued success in subsequent courses

  3. The University of Alabama • Currently services over 10,000 students per year in MyMathLab courses • Pearson products users since 2000, MyMathLab users since 2001 • Added the implementation of Pearson eCollege MyMathLab courses in 2008 • MyMathLab courses used include • Beginning Algebra • Intermediate Algebra • Finite Math • Precalculus Algebra • Precalculus Trigonometry • Precalculus Algebra & Trigonometry • Business Calculus

  4. MyMathLab Enterprise • Innovative series of dynamic online courses • Combines • Proven Pearson Higher Education content • Reliable course management system of Pearson eCollege • Courses suit each student’s level of knowledge and method of learning • Self-paced • Customizable • Adaptable

  5. MyMathLab Application • Being used at over 1,800 schools • Improved math teaching and learning for more than 4.2 MILLION students since 2001 • Institutions using MyMathLab across the country have reported increases in pass rates of 30-40%

  6. Students login to access MyMathLab using Pearson eCollege.

  7. MyMathLab—Tools for success • Interactive online textbook • Video lectures • Tracked tutorial exercises • Additional tools for learning during homework assignments

  8. Interactive online textbook available to every student.

  9. Why MyMathLab? • Faculty at The University of Alabama note the following advantages of MyMathLab courses: • Flexibility in scheduling • Ability to move at individual pace • Instant feedback • Availability of individual help • Equality of presentation • Equality of testing • Elimination of language problems

  10. How does MyMathLab work? • With MyMathLab, instructors can easily create, import and manage • Online homework assignments • Quizzes • Tests • All of these elements are automatically graded, allowing instructors to spend less time grading and more time teaching.

  11. Using MyMathLab at The University of Alabama • Software customizations provide performance data • Material to be learned is organized into 4 test periods • In each test period, student progress is assessed using instructor developed homework, quizzes and a major test • Analysis is done by instructors to determine what concepts the majority of students need to work on • Concepts are included in future homework assignments

  12. Student’s view of a typical content section

  13. Advantages of MyMathLab Courses at The University of Alabama • Students can work at own pace • Students can work in lab or at home • Students receive instant feedback on work • Homework, quizzes, tests & final exam are computer graded • All student activity is recorded • Availability of faculty and instructor support

  14. Students have different learning tools available while working on homework.

  15. Students receive immediate feedback and helpful suggestions.

  16. Students receive positive feedback for correct answers.

  17. Results of MyMathLab Usage at The University of Alabama • Significant improvement in student success rates in math courses • Before MyMathLab 40% - 45% • Using MyMathLab 60% - 75% • Student retention rate is up at least 10% over last 5 years, due to • Instructor capability to track students’ progress • Communication tools for course reminders, suggestions and praise

  18. Student Success Rates (Before and After MyMathLab) — Intermediate Algebra

  19. Student Success rates for Calculus I (Transfer students versus MyMathLab)

  20. The University of Alabama Traditional Math Course Cost 2001-2002 Academic Year - 1480 Students • 43 Sections of 35 Students Each • 2 FTTI (16 sections) @ $36,250 $72,500 • 5 GTAs (20 sections) @ $17,565 $87,825 • 7 PTTI (7 sections) @ $1,655 $11,585 Total Cost $171,910 Cost Per Student $116

  21. The University of Alabama MyMathLab Course Cost 2001-2002 Academic Year - 1480 Students • 1 Section Each Semester • 2 FTTI @ $36,250 $72,500 • 6 PTTI @ $1,655 $9,930 • UG Tutors 5760 hrs @ $7/hr $40,320 Total Cost $122,750 Cost Per Student $83 Savings - $33/student (28%)

  22. Summary With MyMathLab, teaching capabilities are improved through better customization and personalization of student learning. This results in increased student success rates and increased retention in subsequent courses, all while decreasing the cost from traditional courses.

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