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Hemmings, Brian; Grootenboer, Peter; Kay, Russell – International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 2011
Achievement in mathematics is inextricably linked to future career opportunities, and therefore, understanding those factors that influence achievement is important. This study sought to examine the relationships among attitude towards mathematics, ability and mathematical achievement. This examination was also supported by a focus on gender…
Descriptors: Secondary School Mathematics, Mathematics Achievement, Multivariate Analysis, Secondary School Students
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Kebritchi, Mansureh; Hirumi, Atsusi; Bai, Haiyan – Computers & Education, 2010
This study examined the effects of a computer game on students' mathematics achievement and motivation, and the role of prior mathematics knowledge, computer skill, and English language skill on their achievement and motivation as they played the game. A total of 193 students and 10 teachers participated in this study. The teachers were randomly…
Descriptors: Experimental Groups, Control Groups, Modern Mathematics, Mathematics Achievement
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Strang, Kenneth David – Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education, 2012
An experiment compared asynchronous versus synchronous instruction in an online quantitative course. Mann-Whitney U-tests, correlation, analysis of variance, t tests, and multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) were utilized to test the hypothesis that more high-quality online experiential learning interactions would increase grade.…
Descriptors: Synchronous Communication, Interaction, Statistical Analysis, Business Administration
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Shen, Bo; Chen, Ang – Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 2007
Using the model of domain learning as a theoretical framework, the study was designed to examine the extent to which learners' initial learning profiles based on previously acquired knowledge, learning strategy application, and interest-based motivation were distinctive in learning softball. Participants were 177 sixth-graders from three middle…
Descriptors: Prior Learning, Middle Schools, Profiles, Learning Motivation