Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ599831
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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Enhancing Mathematics Achievement through Collaborative Problem Solving.
Thomas, Pamela V.; Higbee, Jeanne
Learning Assistance Review, v1 n1 p38-46 Spr 1996
Describes the results of a study that tracked college algebra students who had previously completed an Academic Assistance mathematics course that facilitated collaborative learning. Only 53% of all students who enrolled in college algebra in fall 1994 earned grades of C or higher, but 95% of students who had previously participated in the collaborative Academic Assistance course earned an A, B, or C in college algebra. Contains 25 references. (VWC)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Algebra, College Mathematics, College Students, Cooperative Learning, Developmental Studies Programs, Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Achievement, Remedial Programs, Student Development, Student Improvement, Student Needs, Student Participation, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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