The effects of direct mathematics instruction on attitudes and success in general chemistry
In this investigation direct instruction on mathematical topics critical to the general chemistry curriculum was delivered by the chemistry teacher and members of the math department as part of a Proportions Project. Changes in student attitude and performance were measured using pre and post treatm...
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ndltd-MONTSTATE-http---etd.lib.montana.edu-etd-2011-bowser-BowserL0811.pdf2011-09-19T00:18:13Z The effects of direct mathematics instruction on attitudes and success in general chemistry Bowser, Lindsey Paige In this investigation direct instruction on mathematical topics critical to the general chemistry curriculum was delivered by the chemistry teacher and members of the math department as part of a Proportions Project. Changes in student attitude and performance were measured using pre and post treatment surveys and assessments. After the Proportions Project, student performance improved by up to 28% at tasks incorporating multiple variables and unit conversions. The majority of students also reported better study skills, better understanding of the role of mathematics in the study of chemistry, and a perception of chemistry as more relevant to their daily lives. 2011-08-15 Professional Paper Montana State University en http://etd.lib.montana.edu/etd/2011/bowser/BowserL0811.pdf |
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In this investigation direct instruction on mathematical topics critical to the general chemistry curriculum was delivered by the chemistry teacher and members of the math department as part of a Proportions Project. Changes in student attitude and performance were measured using pre and post treatment surveys and assessments. After the Proportions Project, student performance improved by up to 28% at tasks incorporating multiple variables and unit conversions. The majority of students also reported better study skills, better understanding of the role of mathematics in the study of chemistry, and a perception of chemistry as more relevant to their daily lives. |
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