Student perceptions of an online mathematics curriculum designed for students with learning difficulties
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Kristina Higgins
Tarleton State University, USA
Lindy Crawford
Texas Christian University, USA
Kelly Silvestri
Coppell ISD, USA
Published 2016-12-30
https://doi.org/10.21277/sw.v2i6.258
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Keywords

on-line mathematics curriculum
students with learning difficulties
motivation
self-efficiency
independence

How to Cite

Higgins, K., Crawford, L. and Silvestri, K. (2016) “Student perceptions of an online mathematics curriculum designed for students with learning difficulties”, Social Welfare: Interdisciplinary Approach, 6(2), pp. 108–123. doi:10.21277/sw.v2i6.258.

Abstract

Paper presents research on the perception of technology use including dimensions of computer self-efficacy, motivation, and independence of use of electronic support tools of students with learning difficulties in the context of an online mathematics curriculum. While all students showed improvement over the course of the program, some students showed more success with technology-based learning than others. Students with stronger academic profiles when beginning the curriculum were more likely to have higher levels of computer self-efficacy. The themes that emerged from the current study reflect motivation and fun, efficiency, and a diversity of learning strategies and support tools available. The themes of motivation and independence are also reflected in electronic support tool use. This indicates that students with different motivating or independently themed factors use the program in different ways by tailoring the electronic support tools to their individual needs.

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