The Digital Shift: Is the Trend of Transferring Developmental Mathematics Coursework to Computerized Adaptive Learning Environment Effective?
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https://doi.org/10.58997/6.2pp3Keywords:
computer aided instruction (CAI), developmental mathematics, mastery-based learning, students’ self-engagementAbstract
Developmental mathematics courses play a critical role in ensuring that students have the foundational mathematical skills necessary to succeed in higher educational mathematics coursework. With the introduction of the corequisite format in recent educational reforms, there has been a growing trend towards transferring developmental mathematics courses to computerized adaptive learning platforms such as computer aided instruction (CAI) and mastery-based learning for developmental math content. While this trend has led to increased accessibility and flexibility for students (Allen & Seaman, 2010; Spradlin & Ackerman, 2010), it has also raised concerns about the effectiveness in supporting student’ acquisition of essential mathematical knowledge, particularly for the students categorized as needing developmental mathematics. Because these platforms require students’ self-engagement with the content, it is essential to investigate how these platforms could possibly be utilized to promote more profound learning and cater to the specific needs of this student population.
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