Obtaining learning independence and academic success through self-assessment and referral to a Mathematics Learning Centre

  • Nadine Adams Central Queensland University
  • Clinton Hayes Central Queensland University
  • Antony Dekkers Central Queensland University
  • Sherie Elliott Central Queensland University
  • Jinx Atherton Central Queensland University

Abstract

Globally, universities are striving to increase enrolment rates, especially for low socioeconomic status and mature-aged students. In order to meet these targets, universities are accepting a broader range of students, often resulting in a widening mathematical knowledge gap between secondary school and university (Hoyles, Newman & Noss, 2001). Therefore, even amid the growing trend of scaling back services, there exists a need for extra learning support in mathematics. Mathematics support services are recognised as vital in assisting students to both bridge the knowledge gap and become independent learners. Through a survey of students using the Mathematics Learning Centre at Central Queensland University Australia, it was found that the implementation of scaffolding, adult learning principles and the embedding of mathematics support provides students with not only fundamental mathematical knowledge but also the skills required to become self-directed learners. 
Published
Jul 25, 2012
How to Cite
ADAMS, Nadine et al. Obtaining learning independence and academic success through self-assessment and referral to a Mathematics Learning Centre. The International Journal of the First Year in Higher Education, [S.l.], v. 3, n. 2, p. 21-32, july 2012. ISSN 1838-2959. Available at: <http://fyhejournal.com/article/view/126>. Date accessed: 16 aug. 2018. doi: https://doi.org/10.5204/intjfyhe.v3i2.126.
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Articles

Keywords

widening participation, low SES, mature-aged students

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