Pathways to Math Success: Scaffolding Math Learning for Online Students
Former SNHU Global Campus President
Mathematics, like many courses, can provide a challenge to students. Some get it, some don’t. A team at Southern New Hampshire University looked at math courses to figure out where students succeed and where they struggle. The research led to an initiative called Pathways to Math Success, which has helped support student learning. Learn more about this innovative program and how it’s helping shape student support in other disciplines.
Read what Mark Gruen, associate dean of STEM, is writing about on The OLC Blog.
Mark and his team from Southern New Hampshire University are recipients of an OLC Effective Practice Award for this model. They were recognized at the OLC Awards and Leadership Ceremony and Reception at Accelerate 2019.
Dr. Gregory Fowler is the former president of SNHU's Global Campus. You can find him on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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