Learning approaches and study patterns of distance education students in mathematics [microform] : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of M. Phil. in Mathematics Education at Massey University

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Learning approaches and study patterns of distance education students in mathematics [microform] : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of M. Phil. in Mathematics Education at Massey University

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Massey University

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Teaching is an activity that assumes an understanding of learning: to teach in a way that encourages changes in conceptions and develops understanding, one must be aware of how students learn. This research examines and analyzes the learning processes used by extramural students studying mathematics. Findings indicate students exhibit learning approaches that can be classified into Surface, Deep and Achieving approaches. Each approach produces qualitatively different outcomes both in performa...

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Masters

Date created

1991

Creator

Anthony, Glenda

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https://hdl.handle.net/10179/12891

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New Zealand Distance Education / Mathematics / Study and teaching (Continuing education)

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