Term
Spring 2018
Capstone
Thesis
Degree Name
MAEd
Primary Advisor/Dissertation Chair
James Brickwedde, Ph.D.
Secondary Advisor/Reader One
Maria Tol
Peer-Reviewer/Reader Two
Megan Loahr
Abstract
The research question addressed in this action was, how can I implement effective note-taking strategies to improve my students’ performance on assessments? It details how one teacher implements Cornell notes and Foldables over the course of one trimester in two different Algebra 2 classes. A mixed methods approach was used to better understand effects of each strategy on three unit exams, three vocabulary quizzes, student surveys, and six student interviews. He describes the effects of each strategy on student achievement and concludes that: 1) Cornell notes and Foldables did improve student achievement on unit exams with Cornell notes showing higher test score averages; 2) Cornell notes and Foldables did improve student achievement on vocabulary quizzes with Foldables showing higher vocabulary quiz averages.
Research Methodology
Action Research
Keywords
Achievement, Grades/ Student Performance, Mathematics, Reflective Practice
Recommended Citation
Swenson, Michael, "Effective Note-Taking Strategies In The High School Math Classroom" (2018). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations. 4409.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_all/4409