Implementing Math Pathways: Bringing Departments Together Through Professional Development [B]

Everett Community College recently redesigned its developmental math sequence in accordance with Guided Pathways, removing some traditional algebra topics for non-STEM students to allow greater focus on conceptual understanding and problem-solving. Everett’s efforts are unusual in that the mathematics department has been working closely with Transitional Studies (previously Adult Basic Education) to ensure student success across the widest-possible demographic while providing significant professional development to faculty. We’ll address the mechanics of our redesign from conception through implementation and the challenges and rewards of our cross-campus collaboration, providing feedback from instructors, sharing data on student success, and exploring a history as told by flowcharts.

• slides (PDF)
• transition chart (PDF)