Which courses typically hinder students persistence in the STEM disciplines?
Math (Calculus) in engineering schools can be a struggle. Chemistry is often the difficult course in pre-med. AMP can provide support for students. Tutoring, mentoring, summer research experiences and lab opportunities help support students. These opportunities provide engagement with the material which helps students experience the application and purpose of their studies beyond coursework. It is not simply that students don’t succeed in the coursework, often they do, but they can lose interest during these tough gateway courses.