PROCEEDINGS OF THE 15TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON RESEARCH IN UNDERGRADUATE MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (Vol 2)
2012
Portland, Oregon
Reading Comprehension of Series Convergence Proofs in Calculus II
Page: 2-485
This study examines the effect of activities and assessments concerning reading comprehension of series convergence proofs in Calculus II on students’ exam performance. Two sections of Calculus II taught during a summer semester were compared. Both sections primarily used traditional lecture methods, and one section was also given reading assignments with open- ended questions and in-class quizzes evaluating reading comprehension. We compare test scores and interview data from the two sections.