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Publication Date: 2023
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Examining Students' Proof Writing and Justification Skills in the Context of Sum of Measures of Polygons' Interior Angles
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, v16 n1 p17-30 2023
The present study aims to examine 8th grade students' proof writing and justification skills. The research was conducted using the document analysis method. The participants of the study consisted of 16 voluntary 8th grade students. The participants were determined according to the convenience sampling method. Data were collected with the "geometric proof writing and justification test" prepared by the researchers. The data collection tool was prepared by referring to the 5th, 6th, and 7th grade curricula. "Proof Writing Rubric" and "Justification Rubric" were used to analyze the data. The results of the study showed that 8th grade students' geometric proof writing and justification skills were at low levels. In addition, it was revealed that their justification skill levels were lower than their proof writing levels.
Descriptors: Mathematical Logic, Mathematics Skills, Persuasive Discourse, Geometric Concepts, Middle School Students, Grade 8, Geometry, Generalization
International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education. T&K Akademic Rosendalsvein 45, Oslo 1166, Norway. e-mail: iejee@iejee.com; Web site: https://www.iejee.com/index.php/IEJEE/index
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; Elementary Education; Grade 8
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