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Giraldo, J. Discussion and Revisiting of Calculus Concepts to Gain Understanding of Main Concepts. Annual Meeting of the Mathematical Association of America. Washington, DC. January 2009 Giraldo, J. Making First Year Mathematics More Relevant To Science Students: Connecting mathematics and science courses. Annual Meeting of the Mathematical Association of America. Washington, DC. January 2009 Giraldo, J, Grisé, D, STEP program. Panel discussion: Increasing Success of Undergraduates in Math and Science: It Takes a Village. (February 2009). Conference on Facilitating Significant Learning, Texas A&M University Kingsville. Giraldo, J. and McCollough, C. Teaching and Mentoring for Understanding In Math and Science: An HIS model program. (March 2009). American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education, San Antonio, TX. McCollough, Cherie and Giraldo, Jose. (March 2009) Helping College Students Succeed in Math and Science. American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education, San Antonio, TX.Giraldo, Jose (April 2009) Student Centered Calculus Class. 89th Annual Meeting of the Texas Section of the MAA, Denton, TX Giraldo, J., Hatfield, J., Wooten, B., Martinez, T. (April 2009). Mentoring Program for Science Students. 89th Annual Meeting of the Texas Section of the MAA, Denton, TX Presentation in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics seminar about the approach on the teaching of calculus for STEP studentsslide 3

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Copyright © 2010 STEP -Texas A&M University Corpus Christi -College of Science & Technology - Contact -Disclaimer & RecognitionABOUTCollege Algebra Workshop Fall 08Focus Group Fall 08Calculus Spring 08Calculus Spring 08Biology MentoringWhat is STEP?The STEM Talent Expansion Program (STEP) is an education program funded by the National Science Foundation with the aim of increasing the quality, quantity and diversity of students pursuing and obtaining their bachelor degrees in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). In 2006, STEP was one of the only 15 selected projects from over 140 project proposals reviewed by the NSF, who awarded Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi with a five-year grant to pursue the project.In STEP, students become a part of a learning community, where they are given support by their STEP professors, mentors and fellow students. STEP classes take a more analytical approach towards education. Getting you to think is our main priority! For this reason, a major component of STEP is Math, but not the Math you're probably used to from High School. In STEP, Math classes are much less focused on the memorization of formulas and more focused on getting you to think about problems and come up with solutions. Because of this, even if you don't use some of the concepts you learn in STEP Math classes, you will most definitely walk away with better critical thinking skills.Why Join?If you are planning on studying a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics oriented subject while at TAMUCC, STEP is a great way of getting a strong conceptual and analytical foundation for your future studies.You also get more support than you normally would have, which can be particularly important during your Freshman year. Each STEP class has a dedicated mentor who is available to answer questions during class. The mentors also hold sessions where you can go and get extra help, and since the mentors know exactly what is going on in your classes, you need not waste time explaining an assignment to them. In addition, the mentors progress with you while your in STEP, so you really have a chance to get to know them.The mentors are more than just tutors, however. Your first year in college can be difficult, and the mentors are always there to talk or help you out with whatever issue you may be having (e.g. a difficult roommate).How to Join?To join you must be an incoming freshman at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi and enrolled as a major in one of the STEM fields. To join, email Dr. Giraldo at Jose.Giraldo_tamucc.edu.Disclaimer & RecognitionThe opinions, findings, statements and conclusions or the recommendations expressed in this web site are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the National Science Foundation. This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant# DUE-0622530.The Science Talent Expansion Program of Texas A&M Corpus Christi follows the concept of Recruitment, Retention, and Success in Science (R²S²) and uses it as a guide to assist their program members.Copyright © 2009 STEP -Texas A&M University Corpus Christi -College of Science & Technology - Contact -Disclaimer & RecognitionSOLUTIONSslide 1new classesslide 2Dr. David GriséBiology I MWF 11:00-11:50 CI 138. Office HoursT 10:00-3:00 pm or by appointmentslide 3Dr. Jose GiraldoPrecalculus Calculus I Dr. Mufid AbudiabPrecalculus Fall '08-Fall '09Mr. Richard ArenaCollege Algebra Fall 09PrecalculusSpring '10slide 4Mrs. Frances JohnsonFall '07 - Spring '10Section 811 ( STEP Algebra )Section 812(STEP Precalculus Calculus )Office Hours (FC 253)TR 2-4 pm R4-6(WC)Mrs. Joanna GrubaghFall '09ENGL 1301.246ENGL 1301.245ENGL 1301.247 Page 5Dr. Brandi KutilUCCP 1101.811 MW 1:00-1:50 CCH 112 (STEP Algebra)UCCP 1101.812MW 2:30-3:20 BH 224 (STEP Pre-Cal w/comp) UCCP 1101.833 TR 12:30-1:20 BH 202 (STEP Calculus)UCCP 1101.831 TR 2:00-2:50 BH 223 (STEP Pre-Cal no comp)Office Hours MW 2:00-2:30 (in FC 253), TR 1:20-2:00 (in BH 202), and by appt.Ms. Rita SperryClasses MW 10, MW 11, MW 12 in CCH 117.office hoursTR 8:00-9:30am and by appointment in FC 253.Page 6Dr. Cherie McColloughTitle:Mentor LeaderEducation:PhD in Science EducationEmail:cherie.mccollough_tamucc.eduPage 7