ERIC Number: EJ1425749
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Jun
Pages: 20
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ISSN: ISSN-1540-7969
EISSN: EISSN-2169-2408
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Using Mixed Methods to Evaluate Modified Schema-Based Instruction in General Education Classrooms
Jessica A. Bowman; John McDonnell; Karen Karp; Olivia F. Coleman; Carrie Clifton; Lyndsey Aiono Conradi; Joanna Ryan; Michael Farrell
Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, v49 n2 p126-145 2024
In this convergent mixed methods design study, single-subject and qualitative data were collected concurrently to provide an in-depth picture of the impact of a modified schema-based instructional intervention. The intervention was delivered using instructional trials embedded across general education math lessons and a modified concrete-semi-concrete-abstract instructional sequence. This study investigated the impact of the intervention on the word-problem-solving, strategy use, and concept acquisition of three students with extensive support needs. The paraprofessional-delivered intervention was implemented in elementary general education mathematics classrooms using embedded instruction and focused on teaching students to solve addition and subtraction word-problems. Single-subject data indicated that all three students learned to solve word-problems given concrete materials but needed more time to master the use of semi concrete supports. Qualitative data indicated that students used taught and untaught strategies to solve word-problems, and mastered addition word-problems before subtraction when they were taught simultaneously. Data were integrated in narrative format to explore how strategy use and concept acquisition related to student word-problem-solving performance. Limitations and implications for research are discussed.
Descriptors: Mixed Methods Research, Schemata (Cognition), Teaching Methods, General Education, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Curriculum, Word Problems (Mathematics), Problem Solving, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Instruction, Mastery Learning, Subtraction, Mathematical Concepts, Concept Formation, Students with Disabilities, Elementary School Students
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) (ED/OSERS)
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Grant or Contract Numbers: H325160064
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