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Galligan, Linda; Hobohm, Carola – Mathematics Education Research Journal, 2015
This paper investigates how an online test ("Self-Test" developed at the University of Southern Queensland) can enrich students' understanding of their academic numeracy, through a purpose-built, self-assessment tool aligned with online modules. Since its creation and evaluation, the tool has been developed and tailored to suit other…
Descriptors: Self Evaluation (Individuals), Mathematics Skills, Numeracy, College Mathematics
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Matthews, Michael; Ding, Meixia – Mathematics and Computer Education, 2011
A steady stream of research has shown that many elementary school teachers have weak mathematical knowledge in some areas, including place value and fractions. Since a teacher's mathematical knowledge affects their students' performance, improving elementary school teachers' knowledge is critical. A better understanding of the mathematical…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, College Mathematics, Elementary School Teachers, Misconceptions
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Clement, Lisa – AMATYC Review, 2004
Using Kazemi's and Stipek's (2001) framework of classroom practice, the discourse between students enrolled in a mathematics-for-teachers course and their instructor is examined. The teacher's practice is in transition from a focus on having students share multiple strategies toward a practice that additionally includes the mathematical…
Descriptors: Mathematics Teachers, Inquiry, Preservice Teachers, Elementary School Teachers