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Teaching Academic Vocabulary In Mathematics To English Language Learners, Emily M. Sasse
Teaching Academic Vocabulary In Mathematics To English Language Learners, Emily M. Sasse
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
The purpose of this research was to explore the effects of explicit academic vocabulary instruction in mathematics on English language learners’ understanding of mathematics concepts. The study took place in a third-grade classroom, where 50% of the students were English language learners. Data collection methods included pre- and post assessments, student self-assessment ratings, teacher reflections, and student discussion questions. Results of the study indicated positive increases in assessment scores for students at all levels of English language proficiency. Going forward, the teacher researcher will continue to use vocabulary journals, discussions, activities, and games in her classroom to provide multiple opportunities …
Using Technology To Aid In The Differentiation Of Mathematics In A Sixth Grade Classroom, Abigail Morales
Using Technology To Aid In The Differentiation Of Mathematics In A Sixth Grade Classroom, Abigail Morales
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
This Action Research examines the effects of using an interactive, adaptive software program, Front Row, in helping a sixth grade teacher to differentiate mathematics. Ten students who go to a parochial school in a rural, midwestern community were included in the study. The data collection tools included a pre-research reflection, a journal of teacher observations, a daily student questionnaire, computer generated reports, a mid-research reflection, and a post-research reflection. Overall, this research showed an average growth of 1.74 years, or 44.9 percent with regard to grade level equivalency. This growth indicates the students’ ability to perform mathematics skills independently. Due …