What are Gateway Math Courses?
Gateway math courses form a conceptual framework designed to offer diverse and equitable pathways in mathematics education for students. Unlike the traditional one-size-fits-all approach, gateway math courses recognize that students have varied goals, interests, and strengths. This framework aims to provide a range of learning experiences aligned with students' future aspirations, whether academic, vocational, or technical. By catering to different learning styles and career objectives, this approach not only enhances student engagement but also increases the likelihood of success in both academic and real-world settings.
To that end, the state of Kansas will offer three gateway math courses at all public post-secondary institutions, giving programs greater flexibility in selecting a math course that aligns with the needs of students.
These three courses are:
• Elementary Statistics
• Contemporary Math
• College Algebra
How were the decisions made?
The following files contain the gateway math courses by program for each institution. These decisions were made by faculty members from various disciplines who gathered from across the state to discuss the different gateway math courses, review the learning outcomes for each, and select the course that best fits the needs of their students. Chief Academic Officers (CAOs) have confirmed these decisions.
Gateway Math Courses by Program (All Programs/All Institutions)
Gateway Math Courses by Gateway Math Course
Gateway Math Courses by Institution