A Study of Instruction in Applied Mathematics: Student Performance and Perception.

Keif, Malcolm G.; Stewart, Bob R.

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ERIC Number: EJ540397

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Publication Date: 1996

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A Study of Instruction in Applied Mathematics: Student Performance and Perception.

Keif, Malcolm G.; Stewart, Bob R.

Journal of Vocational Education Research, v21 n3 p31-48 1996

Missouri high school students (n=254) in applied mathematics (AM) 1, AM2, and a control group in algebra 1 completed the Pre-ACT (American College Test) and ACT Work Keys. Students in AM2 attained skills comparable to those in algebra 1. AM students had similar math attitudes to those of algebra students despite less previous success in math. (SK)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Instruction, Student Attitudes, Vocational Education

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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