Context:  Low-Threshold Improvements for "Killer" Gateway Courses 

Quick help for people trying to “get thru” these courses or course requirements:   Students, Faculty, and Those who support them.

"Killer" Gateway Courses 

Terms & Definitions.  Who cares? Why bother? 

First Focus: 4 “Killer” Gateway Courses:

• Math “101” – pre-algebra, algebra, statistics,…?
• English “101” – writing, editing, reading, literature…?
• Chemistry "101" – notation, …?
• [Computer Literacy, … Other commonly used title for this course?]

Low-Threshold Improvements & LTAs - Characteristics

LTAs = Low-Threshold Applications, Activities

• Non-intimidating; relatively low-cost; relies on widely-used technology; includes online elements
• Very brief intro (potential users can learn enough in 2-10 minutes online to reject, explore, or commit to use)
• Benefits to most students are apparent. And well-documented?

LTPCIs = Low-Threshold Programmatic Course Improvement (LTPCI)

• Non-intimidating; relatively low-cost; relies on widely-used technology
• Includes an improved use of online resources integrated throughout the course
• Brief intro (potential users can learn enough in 10-20 minutes online to reject, explore, or commit to launch and use in the next academic term or year.)
• Benefits to most students are apparent. And well-documented?

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