Conference Session

Classroom Methodologies

Collection

2021 Illinois-Indiana Regional Conference

Authors

Mary Ann Frank, Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis; Brenda Morrow, IUPUI- School of Engineering and Technology

Tagged Topics

Classroom methodologies

allof these components1. This model is one of three learning community models at IUPUI designedto engage all freshmen in high-impact practices that are developed to address equity and accessto programs defining their first-year experience2.The Themed-Learning Community at IUPUI that is the subject of this study is a combination ofthree freshman-level, related courses required of the Interior Design Technology program titled"Designers in the Making". It is part of the University’s First-Year Experience program and linksrelated courses together for a group of up to twenty-five freshmen to take as a cohort. Studentsare able to connect with their faculty and fellow students during the course of the semester.Activities are designed to bridge