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Learning Effects Of Examples Applied To College Algebra Student Interests, Carrie A. Campbell
Learning Effects Of Examples Applied To College Algebra Student Interests, Carrie A. Campbell
College of Education and Human Sciences: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Research
This mixed-methods investigation studied the learning effects of example problems based on college algebra student interests. The study spanned two semesters and included three groups of students. The first group was presented with algebraic procedural examples and assessments without context. The second group was presented with algebraic class examples in contexts related to student majors and hobbies, but assessments without context. The third group was presented with class examples in contexts related to student majors and hobbies and also assessments with context.
Learning growth as measured by performance scores on examinations was analyzed quantitatively. Student comments regarding learning progress were …