ERIC Number: EJ1240017
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 16
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ISSN: ISSN-1539-1523
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Impact on Mathematics Self-Beliefs from a Mastery-Based Mathematics Software
Rutherford, Teomara; Liu, Allison S.; Lam, Arena S.; Schenke, Katerina
Journal of Research on Technology in Education, v52 n1 p79-94 2020
Self-beliefs are important determinants of student choice and success (Wigfield & Eccles, 2000) and are informed by student educational experiences, such as prior success with a task (Bandura, 1986). The potential for Computer-Based Interventions as self-belief-supporting learning environments is examined in this study, focusing on the mathematics software, Spatial Temporal (ST) Math. ST Math includes elements theorized to support student self-beliefs, including informative feedback and a self-pacing structure. Using a randomized control trial, we find that students who play ST Math have higher mathematics self-beliefs than their control counterparts, and that ST Math operates through self-beliefs to positively influence achievement. ST Math's impact on student self-beliefs is strongest for those students who had lower mathematics achievement scores.
Descriptors: Self Concept, Mastery Learning, Educational Experience, Intervention, Computer Assisted Instruction, Feedback (Response), Scores, Computer Software, Comparative Analysis, Mathematics Achievement, Decision Making, Spatial Ability, Student Motivation, Computer Games, Teaching Methods, Elementary School Students, State Standards, Mathematics Tests, Instructional Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Institute of Education Sciences (ED)
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Identifiers - Location: California
IES Funded: Yes
Grant or Contract Numbers: R305A090527
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