Browsing 2020 MU dissertations - Freely available online by Thesis Department "Learning, teaching and curriculum (MU)"
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Educative features of upper elementary Eureka math curriculum
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)This two-phase study examined the educative features of upper elementary Eureka Math curriculum as well as examined take-up of those educative features in two classrooms at each grade level. Using an analytical framework ... -
Elementary students' understanding of fractions with dynamic technology
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)This study examines students' mathematical strategies within a novel technological environment designed to support understanding of relationships between quantities and adjustable measuring units. In particular, 30 elementary ... -
Examining secondary teachers' practical rationality of mathematical modeling
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)Research on mathematical modeling is growing rapidly in the field of mathematics education, and there are numerous benefits of engaging students in modeling activities. However, mathematical modeling is still marginalized ... -
Examining the relationships between socio-scientific reasoning, content knowledge, and personal interest
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)Socio-Scientific Issues (SSI) appear to be a viable means for promoting students' development of science literacy, providing relevance to scientific concepts for students to apply their understandings and make sense of ... -
"I can't believe I just said that" : discursive filters and beginning mathematics teachers' enactment of ambitious practice
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)After being introduced to "ambitious" teaching methods during teacher education, only some beginning teachers attempt to enact those methods, as others gravitate toward the conventional practices that overwhelm K-12 settings. ... -
The impact of place-based pedagogy on teachers' professional identities, instructional decisions, and collaborations
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2020)This design study uses a design-based, formative approach to consider teachers' understanding and use of place-based pedagogical practices. The study focuses on teachers' awareness, understanding and use of place as they ...