Addressing challenges in introductory STEM courses at two-year institutions is crucial for enhancing student success and broadening participation in STEM fields. Carnegie Mellon University’s Open Learning Initiative (OLI) has shown promising results using open, adaptive courseware, developed through a learning engineering approach, to improve student learning outcomes and reduce educational costs.

Scaling these successes through broader adoption of OLI courseware presents a potential pathway for improvement. This project explores a collaborative model that engages a wider network of educators and students in data-informed courseware adaptation, refinement, and expansion. This approach aims to enhance courseware relevance to diverse learning contexts and build upon students’ existing knowledge.

We invite STEM Faculty in 2-year programs to use, improve, or adapt our courses, with paid stipends ranging from $1500-$5000 provided by the National Science Foundation.

To learn more about how you can get involved, schedule a brief call with our Project Lead, Tanvi, through the contact form below: