Math Initial Assessment

An initial assessment will be collected by providing students with a short survey to gain data on their self efficacy towards math. This activity is included on Appendix A. This will allow me to analyze the data to gather an initial idea of what students think of “math” and the their behaviors towards performing and completing a task or activity that requires them to use mathematical problem solving skills, computation skills, and reasoning skills. I will then explain the process of this study to my students and inform them of the methods I will be using. I will record their responses through anecdotal notes to be able to make a better informed decision on what types of extrinsic motivators will work best for each unique student. I will allow

Qualitative data may be obtained from the student surveys and task analysis of student learning. Anecdotal notes, checklist, and student work samples will provide valuable data on whether the extrinsic motivators increased student math self-efficacy and indicate if the students’ were able to improve their mathematical skills through application. Additionally, a short survey (Appendix D) will be conducted at the last class meeting asking students to reflect on what this experience was like for them. I will also record all student responses, during discussions and activities, in order to gain anecdotal notes for tracking and studying how the students are responding to the extrinsic motivators that affect their math

Appendix A and Appendix C will be used to capture students’ beliefs about math through a student survey and a word collage that will provide me with qualitative data on how to further structure the research. Additional anecdotal notes recorded by the teacher and a checklist, Appendix F will be used to track students’ progress, motivation, and engagement as they interact and participate in the lesson activities.
Week 2: Meeting with students.Appendix B will be provided to students to capture information in a graphic organizer. This graphic organizer will be suggested for the students’ to use as a reference guide to aide them in solving math problems independently. Additional anecdotal notes recorded by the teacher and a checklist, Appendix F will be used to track students’ progress, motivation, and engagement as they interact and participate in the lesson