Mathematics -- Study and teaching (Middle school) -- United States
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Increasing equity in mathematics through access to Eighth Grade Algebra I, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Sim
Identifier: b7931991
Abstract
Black and Hispanic students are underrepresented in financially stable STEM careers (National Association for College Admission Counseling, 2015). One reason for the lack of representation in STEM careers is limited access to higher-track mathematics and science courses for minority students. It is necessary to study the mathematics tracking system, students’ motivation to achieve, teacher perceptions, and implicit teacher bias to have a clear pathway toward equity in mathematics...
Dates:
2024
Mathematical rigor, mastery learning, and the growth mindset : an evaluation of IXL and Khan Academy for personalized learning, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Lab
Identifier: b7931852
Abstract
In an era of heightened accountability and expanding educational technology choices, mathematics educators must critically assess the effectiveness of the tools available to them. While deciding on technological tools, it is essential that we not only promote rigor in mathematics but also ensure closing learning gaps and improve students’ beliefs about their own abilities to learn. The aim of this study was to evaluate two personalized learning platforms, IXL and Khan Academy, to...
Dates:
2024