Effects of a successful mathematics classroom framework on students' mathematics self-efficacy, motivation, and achievement: a case study with freshmen students at a university foundation programme in Kuwait

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    Abstract

    Designed for this study as a conceptual framework comprising particular educational approaches and techniques for mathematics teaching and learning, the Successful Mathematics Classroom (SMC) aimed to promote college students' mathematics self-efficacy, motivation, and achievement. Through using a case study methodology, a range of tests and interviews, we investigated the effects of the SMC on a sample of 130 freshmen students from a mathematics foundation programme in everyday classroom practice. The results showed a positive correlation between students' self-efficacy and achievement, as well as their motivation and achievement. The results further revealed that there was a positive impact of using the SMC framework on students' mathematics self-efficacy, motivation, and performance. The elements with most impact were teacher's teaching methodology, group work, teacher's attitude, and gamification. Further research is recommended to examine the effects of SMC in different education settings, different students, teaching styles, and larger sample sizes.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)1502-1527
    JournalInternational Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology
    Volume53
    Issue number6
    Early online date19 Oct 2020
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2022

    Keywords

    • Education

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