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An Example of the Use of Dynamic Mathematics Software to Create Problem-Solving Environments That Serve Multiple Purposes
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Çekmez, Erdem; Bülbül, Buket Özüm – Interactive Learning Environments, 2018
Problem-solving is regarded as a major component of mathematical performance, and well-designed problem-solving-based learning environments have the potential to assist students in developing a meaningful understanding of mathematical concepts and procedures. In this respect, given its various features, dynamic mathematics software has been…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Mathematical Concepts, Teaching Methods
How Do Freshman Engineering Students Reflect an Online Calculus Course?
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Boz, Burcak; Adnan, Muge – International Journal of Education in Mathematics, Science and Technology, 2017
Improved access to technology has led to an increase in the number of online courses and degree programs in higher education. Despite continuous progress, little attention is paid to "understanding" students prior to implementation of learning and teaching processes. Being a valuable input for design of online learning environments and…
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Calculus, Engineering Education, Online Courses
Asymptote Misconception on Graphing Functions: Does Graphing Software Resolve It?
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Öçal, Mehmet Fatih – Malaysian Online Journal of Educational Technology, 2017
Graphing function is an important issue in mathematics education due to its use in various areas of mathematics and its potential roles for students to enhance learning mathematics. The use of some graphing software assists students' learning during graphing functions. However, the display of graphs of functions that students sketched by hand may…
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Mathematical Concepts, Computer Software, Calculus
An Investigation of the Pre-Services Teachers' Ability of Using Multiple Representations in Problem-Solving Success: The Case of Definite Integral
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Delice, Ali; Sevimli, Eyup – Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, 2010
Using different representations and having flexibility of transition between representations throughout the definite integral problem-solving process are thought to be effective on the development of conceptual understanding and students' performance. The study aims at considering the effects of representations used in the definite integral on…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Problem Solving, Mathematics Skills, College Mathematics
Factors Associated with Success in a Calculus Course: An Examination of Personal Variables
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Ubuz, Behiye – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2011
This study examined relationships between students' personal variables (gender, prior achievements, age and academic major) and their success in the first year undergraduate calculus course. The study sample consisted of 59 first year undergraduate students taking Math 154 Calculus II course. A written test about integral, sequence and series…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Mathematics Achievement, Multiple Regression Analysis, Calculus
The Effect of Arrow Diagrams on Achievement in Applying the Chain Rule
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Uygur, Tangul; Ozdas, Aynur – PRIMUS, 2007
In this study the effectiveness of an arrow diagram which can help students apply the Chain Rule was investigated. Different variations of this diagram were used as mnemonic devices for applying the Chain Rule. For the investigation two instruments were developed, diagnostic test and post-test. The diagnostic test was developed to determine the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Equations (Mathematics), Diagnostic Tests, Calculus