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Eight Methods To Evaluate and Support Reform in the Secondary-Level Mathematics ClassroomCalifornia State University, Northridge
Los Angeles Unified School District
California Lutheran University An evaluation plan using eight methodsteacher demographic/attitude/behavior questionnaire, focus groups, content knowledge, work sample analysis, teaching logs, videotapes of classrooms, accomplishments and presentations, and action research thesis developmenthas been effective in assessing a complex project. "Using Computer Visualization in Teaching Secondary Mathe matics (Viz-Math)," a National Science Foundation-funded master's degree program, has been both intensive and extensive in enhancing teachers' mathematics content; in implementing classroom-reformed pedagogy, curriculum, and technology; in requiring classroom research; and m training teachers as change agents. The evaluation methods explored the project's goals in multiple ways to provide a triangulation of findings.
Evaluation Review, Vol. 19, No. 6,
646-662 (1995) |
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