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Adult learners and mathematics learning support

Fitzmaurice, Olivia, Mac an Bhaird, Ciarán ORCID: 0000-0003-2863-3398, Ní Fhloinn, Eabhnat ORCID: 0000-0002-3840-2115 and O'Sullivan, Ciarán (2015) Adult learners and mathematics learning support. Adults Learning Mathematics - An International Journal, 10 (1). pp. 68-81. ISSN 1744-1803

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Abstract

The provision of some level of Mathematics Learning Support (MLS) is now standard in the majority of Higher Education Institutions in Ireland, the UK, and in many other countries. This provision is, in part, a response to the large numbers of students entering Higher Education who do not have the mathematical skills required and this cohort includes a significant number of adult learners. Research indicates that these students have different motivations and approaches to learning than traditional age learners. This paper considers the analysis of a large scale student evaluation of Mathematics Learning Support in Ireland. In particular, it presents the responses and engagement levels of adult learners and compares these to those of traditional students. The findings are key to ensuring best practice in the provision of MLS for the wide variety of students who engage with it.

Item Type:Article (Published)
Refereed:Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:Mathematics Learning; Higher Education; Adult Learning
Subjects:Mathematics
DCU Faculties and Centres:DCU Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Science and Health > School of Mathematical Sciences
Publisher:Adults Learning Mathematics
Official URL:http://www.alm-online.net/alm-publications/alm-journal/
Copyright Information:© 2015 The Authors
ID Code:22880
Deposited On:14 Dec 2018 11:01 by Fran Callaghan . Last Modified 10 Jul 2019 08:46

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