Time Variables in Classroom Research: A Study of Eight Urban Secondary School Mathematics Classes.

Fitz-Gibbon, Carol T.; Clark, K. S.

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Publication Date: 1982-Nov

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Time Variables in Classroom Research: A Study of Eight Urban Secondary School Mathematics Classes.

Fitz-Gibbon, Carol T.; Clark, K. S.

British Journal of Educational Psychology, v52 pt3 p301-16 Nov 1982

Describes a research study in which students were observed in eight secondary school mathematics classes and time lost from instructional activities was assessed using a time-filter. A typical child was assessed as spending slightly more than half the allocated time to time on task. Stability of results is discussed. (EAO)

Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Classroom Research, Foreign Countries, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Measurement Techniques, Secondary Education, Statistical Studies, Student Behavior, Time Factors (Learning), Time on Task

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (England)

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