Research Highlights

On this page, we showcase research highlights of studies leveraging CourseKata data. These highlights offer a glimpse into the innovative work at CourseKata.

Publication Alert

The “Better Book” Approach to Addressing Equity in Statistics: Centering the Motivational Experiences of Students from Racially Marginalized Backgrounds for Widespread Benefit

Reducing the perceived cost and closing the gap in perceptions of cost across groups — At CourseKata we take a collaborative approach, listening to students, instructors, researchers, curriculum designers, and technology developers in the improvement of our course materials, advancing towards a more equitable learning experience.

Check out the open-access paper in the Journal of Education Sciences

Latine Students’ Motivational and Emotional Experiences Related to Their Introductory Statistics Course: Differences by Institution Type Necessitate Tailored Interventions

Exploring Latine student experiences in intro stats across institutions reveals crucial insights for education equity. Our latest research in the Journal of Hispanic Higher Education uncovers how Latine students’ concerns as well as their experiences of motivation, anxiety, & belonging differ in predominantly white institutions (PWIs) versus Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs). Let’s listen to our students’ to foster more inclusive STEM environments in all school contexts!

Check out the open-access paper in the Journal of Hispanic Higher Education.