Predictors of achievement in college algebra
Date of Publication
1997
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy in Science Education Major in Mathematics
Subject Categories
Algebra
College
Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education
Department/Unit
Science Education
Thesis Adviser
Bee Ching U. Ong
Defense Panel Chair
Blessilda Raposa
Defense Panel Member
Leonor A. Ruivivar
Melecio C. Deauna
Filma Brawner
Narciso S. Erguiza, FSC
Abstract/Summary
The study focused on the best predictors of achievement in College Algebra using 333 freshmen students of the Central Luzon State University (CLSU). The criterion (dependent) variable was the achievement in College Algebra and the independent variables were student, parent, and school factors. The study was conducted for a period of one full semester (1st semester, SY 96-97), covering the whole syllabus of College Algebra in CLSU. Results showed that among selected student factors, attitude towards mathematics, College Admission Test (CAT) mathematics subscore, fourth year high school average grade and fourth year high school mathematics grade had significant and positive correlation with students' mathematics achievement. On the other hand, none of the parent factors was found to be correlated with students' mathematics achievement. However, among school factors, only the type of school curriculum had significant correlation with students' mathematics achievement. The best predictors of achievement in College Algebra were CAT mathematics performance and attitude towards mathematics.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TG02670
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
171 leaves ; Computer print-out
Keywords
Algebra; Mathematical ability; Central Luzon State University--Students; Ability--Testing; Academic achievement
Recommended Citation
Monta, F. D. (1997). Predictors of achievement in college algebra. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_doctoral/775