The Four Innovations of Columbus State University's Degreein3
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Degreein3 Degreein3 University System of Georgia Columbus State University Barbara Hunt, DN3 Project Manager Ramesh Rao, Chair, DN3 Dept. Nikita Harris, Assoc. Chair, DN3 Dept.
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Degreein3 from the University System of Georgia and Columbus State University offers online bachelor's degrees in Communications and Criminal Justice. Innovations that make the degree program "breakthrough" are (1) Compacts curriculum without cutting corners, (2) Shortens time to graduation, (3) Improves retention, and (4) Lowers overall cost of going to college.
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Degreein3Degreein3
University System of Georgia
Columbus State University
Barbara Hunt, DN3 Project Manager
Ramesh Rao, Chair, DN3 Dept.
Nikita Harris, Assoc. Chair, DN3 Dept.
Program DescriptionProgram Description
Columbus State University offers a new online program that makes college possible for those who thought it was unattainable.
Two Majors:Communication Criminal Justice
How is DN3 Innovative?How is DN3 Innovative?
Compacts Curriculum
Shortens Time to Graduation
Improves Retention
Lowers Overall Cost
Compacts Curriculum Compacts Curriculum Without Cutting CornersWithout Cutting Corners
• Awards Criminal Justice majors a minor in Communicationoenhance marketability
(Communication coursework in lieu of electives)
• Incorporates learning support classes into regular classes (math and English)
MATH 1101 with Learning Support Modules
Module 1 Module 2 Module 3
Module 4 Module 5
Module 6 Module 7
= Learning Support Math, MATH 0097 and 0098
= MATH 1101 (Math Modeling)
Pre-Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Pre-Test
Syllabus, Overview
Pre-Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Assignments, Discussions, Post Quizzes Test
Proctored Test
Proctored Test
Compacts Curriculum Compacts Curriculum Without Cutting CornersWithout Cutting Corners
• Creates competency-combo courseso With overlapping or compatible
outcomeso With modules and relaxed pacing
• EXAMPLE: COMM1110 Public Speaking, ITDS 2735 Life and Career Planning, and ITDS 2796 Leadership Development
COMM 1110/ITDS 2735/ITDS 2796
Module 1 Module 2 Module 3
Module 4 Module 5
Module 6 Module 7
= COMM 1110 (Communication)
= ITDS 2735 (Life and Career Planning) = ITDS 2796 (Leadership Development)
Pre-Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Pre-Test
Syllabus, Overview
Pre-Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Self–tests and Post Learning Activities Test
Pre-Test Pre-Test
Pre-TestPre-Test
Shortens Time to GraduationShortens Time to Graduation
• Awards degree in three years, not four• Requires FT students to attend five out of six
sessions a year (includes one summer session)• Allows 6th session as a make-up session so
students stay on track
38-43
cr. hrs.
32
cr. hrs.
Session #17 weeks + 1 week break
Session #27 weeks + 1 week break
Session #37 weeks + 1 week break
Session #47 weeks + 1 week break
Session #57 weeks + 1 week break
Session #67 weeks + 1 week break
Academic Year-- One Semester
Academic Year-- One Semester
Most students take summer semester off
Shortens Time to GraduationShortens Time to Graduation• Registers students oCannot enroll in an unneeded course oCannot take courses without adequate
preparation
• Is creative with transfer credits
• Uses prior learning assessments
• Uses portfolio-assessment
Improves Retention Improves Retention
*Certificate in Communication
Associate’s Degree—A.A.S. in Criminal Justice or A.A. in Communication
Bachelor’s Degree—B.S. in Criminal Justice or B. A. in Communication
Year One
Year Two
Year Three
Improves Retention Improves Retention • Uses template “shell” to create
consistency between courses • Combines remedial and regular
classes—psychological• Employs intrusive advising
and coaching• Employs QM process for course templates• Offers major/minor coursework in first year• Focuses attention—only a few classes at a time
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6
Interpersonal Communication Introduction to Sociology
English Composition I Introduction to Information Technology
English Composition 2 Introduction to Mass Communication
Group Communication U.S. History Before 1865
Environmental Studies American Government
Make-up and Catch-up
Math Modeling with Math Learning Support Modules MATH 0097/0098/1101)
Public Speaking/ Life & Career Planning/ Leadership Development class (COMM1110/ ITDS 2735/ ITDS 2796)
First Year, Degreein3 Program
Allow extension if needed
Allow extension if needed
Lowers Overall CostLowers Overall Cost• Fix tuition @ $6,000 per year
• Lower tuition: financial aid, PELL, credit for prior professional development courses
• Loan laptops; students keep upon graduation
• Use OERs, e-texts wherever possible
• Consider competencies as “free” (since cost of 2 courses includes them)
Lowers Overall Cost--AffordableLowers Overall Cost--Affordable
Instruction Cost per Cr. Hr. Cost for Semester
(Two Degreein3 Terms)
Face-to-face/CSU $225.80 with fees $3,387 with fees
Online/CSU $288.90 with fees $4,334 with fees (15 cr.)
Degreein3 $150.00 flat rate $2,400 flat rate (no fees)
Online/CSU
•Student classification: in-state, full-time undergraduate
Early Findings Early Findings • New data dashboard and analytics system
• Online intrusive advising and coaching
• Weekly progress reports
• Social media and marketing
• QM training and course review
For More InformationFor More Information
• http://degreein3.columbusstate.edu/about-dn3/
• https://www.facebook.com/CsuDegreeIn3
• http://www.youtube.com
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ContactContactUniversity System of Georgia
Robert L. ToddDirector, Policy & Partnership Development
Columbus State UniversityBarbara Hunt
[email protected] Harris
