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Ali, Parveen – NADE Digest, 2014
The data for this study were gathered from an assignment consisting of 10 number sense related mathematics problems completed in an algebra course at developmental level. The results of the study suggest that a majority of developmental mathematics students use routine algorithmic procedures rather than mathematical reasoning to solve problems.…
Descriptors: Numeracy, Numbers, Algebra, Remedial Mathematics
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Burley, Hansel; Butner, Bonita; Anderson, Connie Wilson; Siwatu, Kamau Oginga – NADE Digest, 2009
This study used the National Educational Longitudinal Study: 88 /2000 (NELS 88: /2000) dataset to explore characteristics associated with college degree attainment. The study was informed by Ajzen's Theory of Planned Behavior. The sample size was 6,832 postsecondary students. The findings revealed that developmental math students were less…
Descriptors: Longitudinal Studies, National Surveys, College Graduates, Academic Degrees
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Johnson, Carrie; Stevens, Cindy – NADE Digest, 2006
Developmental programs exist throughout postsecondary education institutions. The CHANCE program at Northern Illinois University targets the needs of inner city students to support them in becoming successful college students. This study sought to understand the reasons that CHANCE students who had failed a required reading course returned to the…
Descriptors: At Risk Students, Developmental Studies Programs, Remedial Reading, Urban Areas