Error Reflection Intervention: Learning from Incorrect Examples to Improve Algebra Knowledge and Motivation
Intervention Details
Subject
MathAcademic Program
General EducationDuration
5-7 weeksGrade
8Personnel
General Education Teacher
Intervention Summary
A program using incorrect worked examples in algebra problem-solving practice
Grade
8Personnel
General Education TeacherStatistical Finding Summary
Positive effect on algebra learning for students with low prior knowledge
No overall effect on learning
No effect on competence expectancy
No effect on sense of belonging to math
Source
Christina, B. & Julie L., B. (2016). Support for Struggling Students in Algebra: Contributions of Incorrect Worked Examples (ED566951). ERIC. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED566951.pdf.
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