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Direct linkHeck, Andre; Van Gastel, Leendert – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science & Technology, 2006
Lowering the dropout rate of incoming mathematics and science students, and enhancing the provision of mathematics support for freshmen are two important aims of the University of Amsterdam. The approach recently adopted to support first year students is to set up a diagnostic pretest and posttest and use these tests to identify students being at…
Descriptors: Mathematics Skills, Dropout Rate, Mathematics Education, College Freshmen
