online learning – the next generation: introducing mindtap for general chemistry

Online Learning – The Next Generation

Introducing MindTap for General ChemistryFeb. 23, 2015

Set-upStep 1: Join the WebEx • Click the link in your email

Step 2: Join the audio conference• In the Audio Conference pop-up window, select “Call

Me” and enter your phone number

If you have an extension or are having problems with the “Call Me” feature, select “I Will Call In.” Dial 1-888-407-5039 , enter Participant Code 212 843 71#, then enter your Attendee ID.

Technical SupportPhone: 1-888-767-9386

Email: Webhelp@meetme.net

Welcome!

• Participants on mute during presentation; open lines at the end for Q&A.

• Ask questions via Chat!

Introductions

William Vining SUNY Oneonta

Susan Young Hartwick College

Roberta Day UMass Amherst

Bee Botch UMass Amherst

Agenda

• What is MindTap for General Chemistry?

• How is it different?

• What issues does it solve?

• How does it work?

• Q&A and Closing

What is MindTap for General Chemistry?

• Lecture

• Textbook

• Homework

• Peer-to-peer teaching

• Instructor (office hours)

MindTap for General Chemistry

1. Prepare to learn2. Engage with concepts3. Learn essential skills4. Practice until you know5. Apply your knowledge6. Go beyond7. Get ready to be tested

The Learning Path

1. Prepare to learn Quick Prep2. Engage with concepts Interactive Reading3. Learn essential skills Interactive Reading4. Practice until you know Mastery5. Apply your knowledge Review6. Go beyond Challenge7. Get ready to be tested Study Center

The Learning Path

What key issues does MindTap for General Chemistry solve?

• Students don’t read the textbook

• Students solve problems without learning concepts

• Student come to a course with a wide variety of abilities

• Students need help with time management

Demonstration

Student Progress (full class)Dashboard

Student Progress (full class)Concepts

Student Progress (Individual)

Q&A

• The two most common questions are:

1. What textbook does MindTap for General Chemistry go with?

2. Is MindTap for General Chemistry intended to replace lecture?

Q&A

• Participant lines will be open for questions

• Mute your line if you do not have a question

– Press *6 to mute your line

– Press #6 to un-mute your line

• Send questions in the Chat

Closing

• Follow-up survey and recording

• Contact your Cengage Learning consultant

– For more information

– To request access or a class test

• Webinar on March 5th, 3PM ET

• Visit us at ACS!

Thank you!