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Roman Chvátal; Jana Slezáková; Stanislav Popelka – Education and Information Technologies, 2024
In the realm of mathematics education, geometry problems assume a pivotal role by fostering abstract thinking, establishing a connection between theory and practice, and offering a tangible portrayal of reality. This study focuses on comprehending problem-solving methodologies by observing the eye movements of 45 primary and multi-year grammar…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Learning Strategies, Imagination, Geometry
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Nahmias, Erez; Teicher, Mina – Journal of Education and Learning, 2021
In this article, we shall present findings that describe the degree to which metacognitive orientation contributes to the study of the geometry the plan in boys compared to girls in 9th grade of middle school. The geometry study process does not only involve knowledge but also high thinking abilities. Beyond the knowledge of definitions and…
Descriptors: Mathematics Skills, Geometry, Metacognition, Gender Differences
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Naufal, Muhammad Ammar; Abdullah, Abdul Halim; Osman, Sharifah; Abu, Mohd Salleh; Ihsan, Hisyam – International Journal of Instruction, 2021
Metacognition is the ability to think about thinking. One of the learning models in geometry is the van Hiele model, which consists of learning phases and geometry thinking level. However, geometry learning strategy in Indonesia does not stress metacognition and geometry thinking level. Hence, this study aims to examine the effectiveness of…
Descriptors: Geometry, Learning Strategies, Comparative Analysis, Secondary School Students
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Daniel Ortiz; Tania Azucena Chicalote Jiménez – North American Chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, 2023
A digital wall is a tool for students to structure and register their online work on mathematical problem-solving activities that involve the coordinated use of digital technologies. How could students use such digital wall to understand mathematical concepts and to develop problem-solving competencies? The aim of this study is to analyze and…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Metacognition, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematical Concepts
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Leikin, Roza; Ovodenko, Regina – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2021
Advancement of self-regulation during complex problem solving and the development of strategical reasoning are among the central educational goals linked to 21st century skills. In this paper we introduce the notion of "Stepped Tasks", which are specially designed in Top-Down structure to achieve these goals in mathematics instruction.…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Mathematics Instruction, Task Analysis, Metacognition
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Weldeana, Hailu Nigus; Sbhatu, Desta Berhe – EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science & Technology Education, 2017
Background: This article reports contributions of an assessment tool called Portfolio of Evidence (PE) in learning college geometry. Material and methods: Two classes of second-year students from one Ethiopian teacher education college, assigned into Treatment and Comparison classes, were participated. The assessment tools used in the Treatment…
Descriptors: Portfolio Assessment, Geometry, College Mathematics, Foreign Countries
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Hatami, Ali – Educational Research and Reviews, 2015
In this study, the effects of teacher assistants' collaborative learning and learners' self-assessment on self-regulation and academic achievement at high levels have been investigated. Collaborative learning teaching method (Jigsaw and teacher assistant) is used for one group and the other group had also the same as well as learners'…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Metacognition, Geometry, Self Evaluation (Individuals)
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Pokay, Patricia; Blumenfeld, Phyllis C. – Journal of Educational Psychology, 1990
Relationships among motivation, use of general and content-specific learning strategies, and achievement were examined for 283 high school geometry students early and late in the semester. Results suggest that teachers should emphasize domain-specific strategies when introducing a unit, and emphasize less domain-specific strategies later in the…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Comparative Analysis, Geometry, High School Students