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Solving Linear Equations: A Comparison Of Concrete And Virtual Manipulatives In Middle School Mathematics, Robin L. Magruder
Solving Linear Equations: A Comparison Of Concrete And Virtual Manipulatives In Middle School Mathematics, Robin L. Magruder
Theses and Dissertations--Curriculum and Instruction
The purpose of this embedded quasi-experimental mixed methods research was to use solving simple linear equations as the lens for looking at the effectiveness of concrete and virtual manipulatives as compared to a control group using learning methods without manipulatives. Further, the researcher wanted to investigate unique benefits and drawbacks associated with each manipulative.
Qualitative research methods such as observation, teacher interviews, and student focus group interviews were employed. Quantitative data analysis techniques were used to analyze pretest and posttest data of middle school students (n=76). ANCOVA, analysis of covariance, uncovered statistically significant differences in favor of the …