This federal Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.076 - STEM Education) to Southern Utah University (SUU) in the amount of $184,491 aims to investigate the impact of perceived costs on student achievement and retention in organic chemistry courses, particularly for historically marginalized student populations. The key products and services to be delivered include:
The project will employ a mixed-methods research approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses, to explore the relationship between perceived costs, student motivation, and course outcomes in organic chemistry. It will also implement and evaluate targeted interventions, such as writing-to-learn activities, to assess their effectiveness in mitigating the negative effects of perceived costs and enhancing student engagement and achievement. The findings are expected to inform evidence-based strategies for supporting student success in high-stakes STEM courses and may lead to the development of similar interventions in other disciplines.
This award, which runs from October 2024 to September 2027, aligns with the NSF's mission to support transformative projects that advance knowledge and foster educational equity, particularly in critical STEM fields like organic chemistry.
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