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Title: | Mathematically-based stories in junior classes : do stories change attitudes toward mathematics? |
Authors: | Brinson, Karieann |
Keywords: | Study and teaching (Elementary);Mathematics;Mathematics and literature;Audio-visual aids |
Issue Date: | 22-Jan-2014 |
Abstract: | This study explored evidence of a change in students' attitude towards mathematics in junior classes through the use of a mathematically-based stories unit. Using a questionnaire, observations, interviews, and classroom audiotapes, a pre- and post- design was used with the implementation of the unit. Attitude did not change quantitatively according to the questionnaire results, but there was a postitive reaction by participants, as noted during the interviews, to the mathematically-based stories unit. A small sample size and limited choice in teacher volunteers are possible limitations to the results. A longitudinal study using the same elements might produce more definitive results. |
URI: | http://knowledgecommons.lakeheadu.ca/handle/2453/544 |
metadata.etd.degree.discipline: | Education |
metadata.etd.degree.name: | M.Ed. |
metadata.etd.degree.level: | Master |
metadata.dc.contributor.advisor: | Kajander, Ann |
metadata.dc.contributor.committeemember: | Lawson, Alex |
Appears in Collections: | Electronic Theses and Dissertations from 2009 |
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