Data, Pedagogy, and Peer Support: Integrated Approach to Improving Student Outcomes in First-Year Math and English at a Minority-Serving Institution

Conference: Dismantling Systemic Barriers to Student Success Conference

Date: 6/23/2024, 03:10 PM - 04:25 PM

Location: Catalina 3

Program Type: General Interest (50 minutes)

Professional Competencies: Advising and Supporting - Foundational, Student Learning and Development - Foundational

Content Areas: Academic Affairs Administration and Services, Peer Education, Student Success, Undergraduate Student Experiences

Target Groups: Community College Professionals, Vice President for Student Affairs

Institution Types: Community Colleges, Minority Serving Institutions

Certification Domains: Student Learning, Development, and Success, Assessment and Evaluation

Certification Approved Credit: CE Credit - CORE

Abstract

Mercy University received a 2-year federal grant to boost success in online and blended gateway Math and English classes, and leveraged these resources to empower faculty with timely data, employ students as Learning Assistants, and expand tutoring. The presenters will discuss the data-sharing and academic support strategies that have helped improve student outcomes and create momentum for several related institutional reforms including a new approach to the first-year experience and revisions to the general education curriculum.

Presenters

• Peter West
  Dean
  Mercy University
• Kristen Keckler
  Dr., Mercy University
• Terrence Calistro
  Data Statistican, Mercy University
• Jeff Chang
  Mercy University