MED 595
Assignment #4

1. Revisit Figure 1-2 from Michael Kibby's chapter we read for Assignment 1. Note the list of terms on the left side of the table. This list reflects the components of research reports from both quantitative and qualitative research domains. For next week, read Jo Boaler's 2017 follow up qualitative study on her 2002 report on two schools in England that approached mathematics teaching and learning from very different perspectives. Briefly (1 to 3 sentences) summarize each part of her report as you are able to identify them in her writing.

2. Read the portion of the chapter that introduces Qualitative Research that was distributed in class. Keep in mind Boaler's work as you read and consider the five features of qualitative research and how she has responded to these in her work. Consider aspects of the 10 common questions as they relate to your thoughts on her research and findings. No written response is required but maintain good notes.

3. Lastly, we'll continue exploring research that broadens our perspective on the nature of educational research on teaching and learning mathematics by reading a review of research (see Kibby p.28 Genre VII) related to representations and students with learning difficulties in mathematics. As you read, consider the key components of a research report and how a review of research differs slightly, but maintains the overall structure. No write-up of this is required.