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Use Of The Multiplication Chart In Solving Problems With Fractions, Adan Espinosa Jan 2011

Use Of The Multiplication Chart In Solving Problems With Fractions, Adan Espinosa

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this study is to analyze whether or not using the Multiplication Table when teaching fractions will improve student's problem-solving skills with accuracy. The major goal of this project is to explore whether students will become more effective mathematical problem solvers with fractions if they use the multiplication table method or box method. The participants in this study are 93 students in a public high school in a large urban area of the southeast area of California. This study was conducted at Bear High School during the 2007-2008 school year because of the high number of students taking …


The Effectiveness Of Computer Games On Mathematics Learning In Elementary School, Sarah Michelle Lakamp Jan 2011

The Effectiveness Of Computer Games On Mathematics Learning In Elementary School, Sarah Michelle Lakamp

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This study examined the use of mathematics computer games on math achievement as assessed by teachers, tests taken by students and students' attitudes. Students who played recreational games at home and used the computer game at school improved more on the math achievement measure compared to students who only played at home, who only played at school, and who played at neither home nor school, indicating that recreational game playing can prime children to gain more benefits from educational software.


The Extent Of Gender Gaps In Mathematics, Jesus Nolasco Jan 2011

The Extent Of Gender Gaps In Mathematics, Jesus Nolasco

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This is a study on the extent of the gender gap in course taking patterns among secondary students in mathematics and what factors contribute to the gender gap.


Assessing The Three-Squares Model For Teaching Algebra, Stephen Guy Richardson Jan 2011

Assessing The Three-Squares Model For Teaching Algebra, Stephen Guy Richardson

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In an effort to improve the effectiveness of teaching algebra to adult students at Platt College, a model for designing activities and presenting lessons was developed; the model is called three-squares. The model is designed around three teaching elements: algebra habits of mind, proof of justification, and active learning.