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The Student Cognition Toolbox (SCT) is a short course companion (or “sidecar”) introducing and providing direct practice in study strategies that are informed by learning science research. In this version of the SCT, material from introductory chemistry is used to illustrate the application of the study strategies. This version draws from material in CMU OLI’s
General Chemistry 2 is a highly interactive and engaging course that covers all topics typical of second semester General Chemistry. The course includes a multitude of formative practice problems that are scaffolded and include detailed feedback, interactives such as PhET simulations and virtual lab experiments, engaging media elements, and summative assessments.
General Chemistry 2 is a highly interactive and engaging course that covers all topics typical of second semester General Chemistry. The course includes a multitude of formative practice problems that are scaffolded and include detailed feedback. Learn about Open & Free OLI courses by visiting the “Open & Free features” tab below.
General Chemistry 1 is a highly interactive and engaging course that covers all topics typical of first semester General Chemistry. The course includes a multitude of formative practice problems that are scaffolded and include detailed feedback, . Learn about Open & Free OLI courses by visiting the “Open & Free features” tab below.
General Chemistry 1 is a highly interactive and engaging course that covers all topics typical of first semester General Chemistry. The course includes a multitude of formative practice problems that are scaffolded and include detailed feedback, interactives such as PhET simulations and virtual lab experiments, engaging media elements, and summative assessments.
A molecular simulation environment lets students explore the effect of molecular interactions on the biochemical properties of systems. Biochemistry is an introductory course, designed for both biology and chemical engineering majors. Learn about Open & Free OLI courses by visiting the “Open & Free features” tab below.
Interested in piloting the REAL Chem courseware with your students? We're looking for General Chemistry 1 and General Chemistry 2 instructors to pilot the REAL Chem courseware with their students. Please let us know if you'd like to learn more about joining the team.
The Torus Project Community and Contributors Since its launch in 2020, Torus has rapidly attracted a diverse community of users and contributors, from industry and academia. Arizona State University’s Center for Education Through Exploration and Inspark Teaching Network have become foundational parts of the Torus Community, and exceptional contributions
Torus v.23 Update Brings New Features, Lays Groundwork for More Improvements Torus users will see changes to the platform on April 24, 2023 It is now available via the CMU Simon GitHub Users will see changes in the Torus UI We have a new, regular cadence of updates;
Principle Investigators Norman Bier: Executive Director - Simon Institute, Carnegie Mellon University Norman Bier directs the Open Learning Initiative (OLI) and is the Executive Director of the Simon Initiative. In this dual role, he leads a 14-member research, technology, and learning engineering team, and investigates open educational resources, learning engineering, and
OLI Communities Open Learning Initiative welcomes you to join us in our pursuit of quality courseware that helps learners from diverse backgrounds master their learning goals. We hope to help you keep up-to-date and find ways to contribute to our mission through our Communities - touchpoints with
Please join us for a Simon Initiative event on Thursday, October 29, when Catherine Overson and Victor Benassi of University of New Hampshire's Center for Excellence and Innovation in Teaching and Learning will present a webinar on the latest edition of the Student Cognition Toolbox (SCT). Students enter college with a variety of past experiences and beliefs about
Accessing your OLI course materials OLI materials are used at UC Davis for General Chemistry and for Elementary Statistics. The instructions are the same for all classes that use OLI materials and provide you with an OLI Payment Code. In your class in UC Davis Canvas, follow the link that takes you
Filling the Gaps Program Enroll in Carnegie Mellon’s OLI courses which helps students bridge the gaps left due to the interruptions of COVID-19 in their AY19/20. This new effort is particularly important in a year when high schools have been struggling to finish the school year and many of the normal high-school
All OLI Courses We have a dozens of courses on a wide variety of subjects designed for higher education. There are three types of courses: Drop-In Content - Smaller modules that can be used as supplemental content or on their own. Modular Courses - Full semester courses designed to be adapted as needed.
Community-Sourced Data Driven Open Adaptive Courseware “Community Sourced, Data-Driven Improvements to Open, Adaptive Courseware” will improve outcomes for STEM learners in targeted courses by deploying and improving open, adaptive courseware. Funded as part of the California Learning Lab effort, this project partners with faculty from Santa Ana College, CSU Fullerton, and UC
OLI and Lumen make teaching courses even easier by improving delivery and support CMU's Open Learning Initiative has partnered with evidence-based courseware provider Lumen Learning to deliver a smoother experience to OLI instructors. Beginning with General Chemistry and Anatomy & Physiology, Lumen will help instructors make
Learn about environmental technology in the contexts of HazMat, Safety, and Water Quality. Environmental students have the opportunity to earn nationally recognized federal certificates from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and are prepared for positions focusing on environmental issues, laboratory and field tests, and workplace safety. Learn
A course that focuses on topics at the forefront of experimentation in the fields of cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics. Learn about Open & Free OLI courses by visiting the “Open & Free features” tab below.
An approach to Biology that helps students understand themselves and their environment. Learn about Open & Free OLI courses by visiting the “Open & Free features” tab below.
Approach the study of the body in an organized way to fully comprehend how all of the intricate functions and systems of the human body work together. Connect what you learn about anatomy and physiology to what you already know about your own body. Learn about Open & Free OLI courses by visiting the "Open &
OLI System Requirements Please read this page carefully. It will help you ensure your device meets the minimum requirements for displaying and interacting with your OLI course. For further assistance, please email OLI Help. Devices that meet these requirements can display the vast majority of OLI content, and your interactive exercises
Learn about environmental technology in the contexts of HazMat, Safety, and Water Quality. Environmental students have the opportunity to earn nationally recognized federal certificates from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and are prepared for positions focusing on environmental issues, laboratory and field tests, and workplace safety.
A course that focuses on topics at the forefront of experimentation in the fields of cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics.
An approach to Biology that helps students understand themselves and their environment.
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