Highlights from GRASP

I was skeptical about the radical changes proposed for my recalcitrant teaching methods. After all, I figured, they had already produced good results. I went ahead and made the changes to my teaching methodology based on GRASP recommendations. To my great surprise the learning experience during the new and improved version of my course was more motivating to students while making my teaching experience far more enjoyable. Both passing rate and final grades improved considerably during the semester. The students made very positive remarks in the student evaluations confirming my original expectations that the course was more enjoyable and conducive to learning.

• Fernando Cadena, Civil, Agricultural and Geological Engineering faculty

GRASP was the most beneficial teaching program in which I have participated. The semester long involvement, data collection, and real-time feedback made my feel for the course much better, and I could see the improvement in the students’ performance as well. I found myself thinking that this was a special group, but I think that what made them special was GRASP. This is the groundwork for long-term retention.

• Phil King, Civil, Agricultural and Geological Engineering faculty