Does Time Matter in Improving Mathematical Discussions? The Influence of Mathematical Autonomy

Facilitating students' transition from less to more mathematically productive engagement in discussions is an important area of investigation. Research on mathematical whole-class discussions has consistently identified facilitating students' mathematical autonomy as a central component of...

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Published in:The Journal of experimental education 2015-07, Vol.83 (3), p.368-385
Main Authors: Kosko, Karl W., Wilkins, Jesse L. M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
autonomy
Diaries
Discussion (Teaching Technique)
Geometry
Growth models
growth-curve model
Hierarchical Linear Modeling
HLM
Item Analysis
Learner Engagement
LEARNING, INSTRUCTION, AND COGNITION
Longitudinal Studies
mathematical discussion
Mathematics education
Mathematics Instruction
Pedagogy
Perceptions
Personal Autonomy
Predictor Variables
Secondary School Students
Secondary School Teachers
Self Determination
self-determination theory
Statistical Analysis
Surveys
Teaching Methods
Time
Time Factors (Learning)
Transitions
United States (Southeast)
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Summary:Facilitating students' transition from less to more mathematically productive engagement in discussions is an important area of investigation. Research on mathematical whole-class discussions has consistently identified facilitating students' mathematical autonomy as a central component of this transition. Additionally, research commonly infers such transitions take time to manifest. The present study examined students' perceived mathematical autonomy and perceived engagement in mathematical discussions over a half year of school. Using hierarchical linear growth-curve modeling, the authors found that although it may take time for students to transition into more mathematically productive engagement in discussions, it may be the development of their mathematical autonomy, rather than mere exposure over time, that facilitates this transition.
ISSN:0022-0973
1940-0683
DOI:10.1080/00220973.2014.907225