Math Technology: Assessing the Educational Value of a Supplemental Practice Program

NA (site), NA (city), Iowa (IA)

Abstract:

From the abstract: "The purpose of this action research project was to determine if the use of a supplemental computerized math practice program increases student achievement in the fractions domain for fifth graders. Two fifth grade math classes received the same classroom instruction. However, one class also utilized a computerized program three times per week for 20-30 minutes over a six-week period. Data was collected through quantitative pre- and post-assessments, quantitative survey questions, and qualitative student responses. Analysis of the data collected suggests that using the supplemental computerized math program, Freckle Math (formerly Front Row Education), in addition to regular classroom instruction, increases student achievement in the fractions domain at the fifth grade level."

Citation: Tesch, S. (2017). Math technology: Assessing the education value of a supplemental practice program (Master's thesis). Northwestern College, Orange City, Iowa.

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Publication Date:
05/01/2017