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UCF UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM: PROMOTING FIRST GENERATION IN COLLEGE, LOW INCOME AND MULTICULTURAL STUDENTS STEM COLLEGE SUCCESS.
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Creator
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Restrepo, Christina, McCloud, Rebekah, University of Central Florida
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Abstract / Description
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The objective of this research is to explore the perceptions of UCF Upward Bound Program participants using focus groups and pre-posttest surveys in order to assess students level of understanding of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related coursework, secondary education preparation in science and mathematics, and their perceptions of barriers to a STEM college education. Also, this study centers on the summer 2010 science and mathematics residential portion of the...
Show moreThe objective of this research is to explore the perceptions of UCF Upward Bound Program participants using focus groups and pre-posttest surveys in order to assess students level of understanding of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related coursework, secondary education preparation in science and mathematics, and their perceptions of barriers to a STEM college education. Also, this study centers on the summer 2010 science and mathematics residential portion of the Upward Bound Program. Program outcomes and effectiveness were evaluated based on the change in student insight of the Upward Bound Programs stake in their secondary education. In addition, pre-posttest measures and interviews allowed a greater understanding of teacher and parent involvement in high school coursework success. Factors that involve self-efficacy, same or other group orientation and perceptions of student college environment were also analyzed. This research facilitated the understanding of first generation, low income and multicultural students perceptions and what they view as a benefit or a hindrance to entering and successfully completing degrees in post-secondary institutions, specifically in STEM-related disciplines.
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Date Issued
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2011
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Identifier
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CFH0003808, ucf:44766
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Document (PDF)
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PURL
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0003808
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HELPING AT-RISK STUDENTS SOLVE MATHEMATICAL WORD PROBLEMS THROUGH THE USE OF DIRECT INSTRUCTION AND PROBLEM SOLVING STRATEGIES.
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Lopez, Lurdes, JeanPierre, Bobby, University of Central Florida
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This action research study examined the influence mathematical strategies had on middle school students' mathematical ability. The purpose of this action research study was to observe students mathematical abilities and to investigate whether teaching students problem-solving strategies in mathematics will enhance student's mathematical thinking and their ability to comprehend and solve word problems. The study took place in an urban school in Orlando, Florida in the fall of 2004. The...
Show moreThis action research study examined the influence mathematical strategies had on middle school students' mathematical ability. The purpose of this action research study was to observe students mathematical abilities and to investigate whether teaching students problem-solving strategies in mathematics will enhance student's mathematical thinking and their ability to comprehend and solve word problems. The study took place in an urban school in Orlando, Florida in the fall of 2004. The subjects will be 12 eighth grade students assigned to my intensive math class. Quantitative data was collected. Students' took a pre and post test designed to measure and give students practice on mathematical skills. Students worked individually on practice problems, answered questions daily in their problem solving notebook and mathematics journals. Results showed the effectiveness of the use of direct instruction and problem-solving strategies on at-risk students.
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Date Issued
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2008
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Identifier
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CFE0002095, ucf:47551
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Document (PDF)
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0002095
