Refuting Misconceptions: Computer Tutors for Fraction Arithmetic

Volume: 6, Issue: 3, Pages: 355 - 377
Published: Dec 3, 2020
Abstract
Fractions, known to be difficult for both children and adults, are especially prone to misconceptions and erroneous strategy selection. The present study investigated whether a computer tutor improves fraction arithmetic performance in adults and if supplementing problem solving with erroneous examples is more beneficial than problem solving alone. Seventy-five undergraduates solved fraction arithmetic problems using a computer tutoring system...
Paper Details
Title
Refuting Misconceptions: Computer Tutors for Fraction Arithmetic
Published Date
Dec 3, 2020
Volume
6
Issue
3
Pages
355 - 377
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