A practical and powerful screener of middle school mathematics difficulties. A Brief Research Report.

Jessica Carrique, Nicole Hansen, Ilyse RESNICK, Nancy Dyson, Ai Ye, Nancy C. Jordan

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Abstract

This study assesses number-related measures in elementary school as diagnostic tools for the prediction of later middle school mathematics difficulties. Predictor measures of students’ fraction concepts, fraction procedures, and whole number multiplication fact fluency were administered to students (N = 342) in fourth and fifth grades. Using a framework adapted from Youngstrom (2014), we identify a reliable fraction screener as a strong diagnostic tool for the prediction of students at-risk for later mathematics difficulties. All items on the fraction screener are available to the public and accessible for use in the classroom. Practitioners can use the screener to identify students who are in need of supplemental support to attain desired mathematics benchmarks.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationNational Council of Teachers of Mathematics Research
Place of PublicationSan Francisco, CA
Pages1-13
Number of pages13
Publication statusPublished - 2016
EventNational Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2016 Research Conference - Convention Centre, San Francisco, United States
Duration: 11 Apr 201613 Apr 2016
https://nctm.confex.com/nctm/2016RP/webprogram/meeting.html

Conference

ConferenceNational Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2016 Research Conference
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Francisco
Period11/04/1613/04/16
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