Impact of cooperative guided reflection on student learning: the case of optimization problem solving in Calculus I
Abstract
We examine the influence of Cooperative Guided Reflection (CGR) on student learning in the optimization unit in Calculus I. The investigation uses both quantitative and qualitative methodologies: pre and post surveys of student understanding and attitudes about problem solving; comparison of exam performance between treatment and control groups; and analysis of students' written work. The study finds a qualitative positive impact of CGR, with no significant effect on exam scores.
Subject
Cooperative learning
Calculus
Cooperative work
Group work in education
Problem solving
Group work
Student learning
Team work
Calculus--Study and teaching (Higher)
Mathematics--Study and teaching (Higher)
Cooperative Guided Reflection
CGR
Team learning approach in education
Mathematics
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Color poster with text describing research conducted by Dr. Kathy Tomlinson (University of Wisconsin-River Falls) on the use of Cooperative Guided Reflection to improve student learning on optimization problem solving in Calculus I.
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