Promoviendo is advancing equitable teaching in computer science for Latinx students. Our initiative focuses on enhancing STEM education at the undergraduate level, particularly in computer science (CS), to support the academic success of Latinx students.
We provide comprehensive development programs for CS instructors to enhance their ability to support Latinx students academically, socially, and emotionally.
We aim to increase graduation and retention rates of Latinx CS majors by implementing activities that cultivate co-curricular relationships and promote a sense of belonging and well-being.
Latinx students represent about 20-27% of the incoming first-year CS cohort at UNLV, with many being first-generation college students facing unique challenges. Given the growing enrollment of Latinx students, it is crucial to improve their educational outcomes.
Our project employs Transparency in Learning and Teaching (TILT) techniques, rooted in critical multicultural education and supported by Open Educational Resources (OER). These techniques clarify the 'how' and 'why' behind course interactions, proven to boost student performance, especially among first-generation students in non-STEM fields.
We emphasize enhancing transparency in early CS courses, where hands-on programming assignments are vital. By refining these assignments, we aim to reduce faculty workload and improve student learning outcomes, addressing systemic inequities in higher education.
Phase 0Familiarize all instructors with methods of TILT.
Phase 1
