Khan Academy and Problem-Based Learning

Lynne Mack, a math teacher with over 30 years of experience, shares her journey of discovering and implementing Khan Academy in her teaching. Encouraged by her son, she introduced it at her community college, where it has been well-received by students, especially in challenging subjects like calculus and college algebra. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace, which helps build confidence and understanding. Lynne emphasizes the importance of using existing resources like Khan Academy to enhance problem-based learning and reduce the need for repetitive teaching.

How did Lynne Mack first learn about Khan Academy?

• She found it online by herself

• Her son introduced it to her

• From a professional development workshop

• Through a colleague at work

What was the initial reaction of Lynne Mack after learning about Khan Academy?

• She was skeptical about its effectiveness

• She immediately saw its potential and agreed with her son

• She thought it was not suitable for her students

• She decided to wait before implementing it

How has Khan Academy been integrated into the community college?

• It is only used for remedial classes

• It is used as a replacement for textbooks

• It is available on all college websites and promoted for all math classes

• It is used only in advanced math classes

Which subjects are highlighted as having a high attrition rate?

• Calculus and Statistics

• Physics and Chemistry

• College Algebra and Trigonometry

• Geometry and Algebra

What is the main goal of using Khan Academy before class?

• To replace classroom teaching

• To ensure students have prior exposure to the material

• To reduce the number of classes

• To increase homework assignments

What teaching method is being combined with Khan Academy videos?

• Problem-based learning

• Flipped classroom

• Lecture-based learning

• Project-based learning

Why is it important for students to learn at their own pace?

• It helps them to learn without pressure and build confidence

• It allows them to skip difficult topics

• It encourages competition among students

• It reduces the need for teacher intervention

What challenge do students face with topics like differential equations?

• They are not relevant to their studies

• They are not covered in Khan Academy

• They require repeated exposure to understand

• They find them too easy

How does self-paced learning affect students who grasp concepts quickly?

• It causes them to lose focus

• It makes them less interested

• It allows them to move ahead without waiting for others

• It slows them down

What is a key benefit of students using Khan Academy before attending class?

• They can avoid attending class altogether

• They can focus only on easy topics

• They can reduce their study time

• They can come to class with a better understanding and confidence