PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas (December 9, 2024) – Anne Lippert, Ph.D., an assistant professor of Psychology in the Samuel Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences at Prairie View A&M University, has been awarded nearly $260,000 from the National Science Foundation. James Valles, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Mathematics at PVAMU, will serve as co-principal investigator on the project.
The Algeverse project aims to transform college algebra education by integrating virtual reality (VR) to create an immersive, interactive learning environment. This innovative approach seeks to engage students, particularly those from underrepresented groups in STEM, by making math more accessible and engaging. By addressing key barriers to learning and improving student engagement, Algeverse seeks to increase retention and achievement in STEM courses, ultimately broadening participation in STEM fields and helping to diversify the workforce.
By Joe McGinty