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Session:
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Trends and Developments in Introductory Physics-I
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Paper Type:
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Invited
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Title:
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Strategies for Student Success and Retention in Conceptual Physics Online
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Meeting:
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120th AAPT National Meeting: Kissimmee, FL |
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Location:
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N/A |
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Date:
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Monday, January 17 |
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Time:
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2:30PM
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Author:
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Martin S. Mason, College of the Desert
760-776-0160, mmason@dccd.cc.ca.us
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Co-Author(s):
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None
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Abstract:
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In the winter of 1998, College of the Desert offered a section of conceptual physics online in parallel with its traditional lecture-based course. Common sets of exams were given to both classes. The outcomes of the two courses will be compared with a focus on student success and retention. This talk will include a measurement of comparative retention and success rates for online and lecture courses. It will conclude with a discussion of new strategies to improve success and retention in online courses.
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