Table 1 Calculus I course formats
From: The effects of different versions of a gateway STEM course on student attitudes and beliefs
| Â | 1A | E | NE |
|---|---|---|---|
Weekly course format | 4 contact hours; 3Â days of lecture with instructor; 1Â day of lab with GTAs | 6 contact hours; 3Â days of lecture with instructor; 2Â days of activities with GTAs (1.5Â h each) | 6 contact hours; 3Â days of lecture with instructor; 2Â days of activities with GTAs (1.5Â h each) |
Number of sections | 4 | 12 | 10 |
Class size | 80 | 42 | 34 |
Instructors | Full-time lecturers | Full-time lecturers, graduate students | Full-time lecturers, graduate students |
Course coordination | One coordinator; common syllabus; common exams; common final exam | One coordinator; common syllabus; common exams; common final exam | One coordinator; common syllabus (minor modifications allowed); common exams; common final exam |