APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
The Effect of Math Experience Relative to Arithmetical and Cognitive Abilities on Algebra Knowledge and Skills
- Tammy Tolar
University of Houston - Hibah Salem
University of Houston - Karrie Hilliard
University of Houston
Abstract
The aim of this study was to examine the effects of math course experience on algebra knowledge and skills when controlling for arithmetic and cognitive abilities.Although several predictors(but not math course experience)had a moderate relationship with algebra scores,fractions knowledge and nonverbal IQ explained unique variance in algebra knowledge and skills.
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