In this video the President, Department Chair, Math Lab Coordinator, and other stakeholders at Temple College discuss how DCMP Model implementation requires cross-institutional conversations and ensuring “all people come to the table.” (2:40)
In this video Temple College student Travis Graves shares his experience in taking math courses aligned with the DCMP Model, which allow him to learn math that is applicable to everyday life. (2:31)
In this video faculty member Russell Self of Trinity Valley Community College describes how his students found their voices and grew to become independent learners in a course aligned with the DCMP Model. (1:15)
In this video students share their stories of overcoming past challenges, persevering to find success in mathematics pathways, and the joy of experiencing math as a “language” they can understand. (5:07)
In this video faculty member Russell Self of Trinity Valley Community College describes his experiences with courses aligned with the DCMP Model. Russell speaks about how he is able to see his students grow in their ability to work with others and become independent learners. (0:53)
In this video students at Temple College explain why a course aligned with the DCMP Model was right for them. Some positive aspects include the collaborative environment and coursework that allows for multiple viewpoints to solve a problem. (3:29)
In this video students tell their stories of finding success in mathematics pathways! These encouraging voices show the excitement involved when mathematics engages students in real-world situations and becomes a “language” they can understand. (2:52)
In this video students describe past experience with mathematics in college and the motivation to find better opportunities for themselves and their families through education. (2:52)
In this video faculty members discuss the importance of active learning pedagogy training and note how Dana Center professional learning workshops support faculty as they explore “all the moving parts and how they fit together.” (2:16)
In this video faculty member Stephanie (Doyen) Andrews of Lone Star College¬Kingwood talks about her experience teaching a course aligned with the DCMP Model. Stephanie speaks to the differences of the active learning approach and utilizing problems involving real-world situations. (2:09)
Spotlight: Updated and New Resources
This toolkit contains resources and guidance on the design of course content, pedagogy, and technology, and on working with programs to identify statistics as an appropriate pathway.
This bibliography summarizes selected research that informed each of the DCMP’s six curriculum design standards.