Seminole State College (SSC) math faculty sought to redesign their math sequence to help students graduate on time and place them into math pathways most relevant to their fields of study.
In fall 2017, the Mathematics Department launched corequisite math pathways in Quantitative Reasoning, Statistics, and STEM tracks. Within just a few semesters, SSC transitioned to a 100% corequisite model across all math courses.
Students are placed in a pathway based on their major, so they can learn the most applicable mathematics for their future careers. Placement into a corequisite course is determined by ACT math scores, QAS Accuplacer results, and a Multiple Measures Rubric to ensure students receive the level of support they need.
* STEM includes Precalculus for ENG-PHYS-CS and Functions & Modeling
Each pathway pairs with a credit-bearing course immediately followed by a lab (corequisite) course that provides targeted lesson content and individualized support. With this model, students receive one-on-one help immediately after learning new material, reinforcing mastery and confidence.
Corequisite remediation is also offered online, where intentional communication and targeted math review are integrated directly into the course design.
With this new model, more students are passing their credit-bearing math courses within their first year, increasing overall retention and graduation rates.
“The lab class (corequisite) helped me so much. I was able to get one-on-one help on questions I needed help with. The extra class was the reason I was able to pass with an A.”
-Isaac H., Seminole State College student
“Special Topics (corequisite course directly following the credit-bearing math course) really helped me grow as a student! Being able to head to Special Topics after learning a new objective was very helpful because I was able to receive one-on-one help from the professor. It was a class that definitely gave me the confidence to succeed in college! “
-Bryce F., Seminole State College student