ERIC Number: EJ1108118
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016-Aug
Pages: 11
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0731-9487
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Word-Problem-Solving Strategy for Minority Students at Risk for Math Difficulties
Kong, Jennifer E.; Orosco, Michael J.
Learning Disability Quarterly, v39 n3 p171-181 Aug 2016
Minority students at risk for math difficulties (MD) struggle with word problems for various reasons beyond procedural or calculation challenges. As a result, these students require support in reading and language development in addition to math. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of a math comprehension strategy based on a dynamic assessment (DA) framework, which provided scaffolding support based on the student's reading and language levels. A multiple baseline design was used to assess eight third-grade minority students at risk for MD. As compared with the baseline phase, the strategy increased problem-solving ability for all participants. All students maintained performance levels during follow-up sessions. Results suggest that the intervention facilitated word-problem-solving performance.
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Word Problems (Mathematics), At Risk Students, Mathematics Skills, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematical Concepts, Research Design, Educational Strategies, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Mathematics Achievement, Minority Group Students, Disproportionate Representation, Alternative Assessment, Grade 3, Elementary School Students
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 3; Primary Education; Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Institute of Education Sciences (ED)
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Identifiers - Location: California
IES Funded: Yes
Grant or Contract Numbers: R324A090002