The Colorado Learning Assistant Model
An Experiential Learning Program of the University of Colorado at Boulder
• Aligned with several institutional priorities outlined in the University’s strategic plan, Flagship 2030
• Approximately 160 mathematics, science, and engineering majors hired each year to serve as Learning Assistants in 8 departments
• Over 9000 students are impacted each year at a cost of under $50 per student
Course Transformation: Undergraduate students are hired as Learning Assistants to help transform courses to be responsive to research on how students learn. Over 35 math and science courses have been transformed using Learning Assistants.
Teacher Recruitment and Preparation: Over 40 talented mathematics, science, and engineering majors have been recruited to become K-12 teachers through the Learning Assistant program. Just under 20 are currently teaching in high needs school districts in subjects such as physics and chemistry.
National Replication: Universities throughout the nation received significant funding to replicate the Colorado Learning Assistant model. Replication is addressing our Nation’s critical shortage of highly qualified math and science teachers.
The Learning Assistant model is a 21st century educational program, a signature program at CU Boulder
More information and data on the LA program can be found on their web site.