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标题：Promoting Quantitative Literacy in an Online College Algebra Course
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作者：Michael J. Bossé ; Luke Tunstall
期刊名称：International Journal for Mathematics Teaching and Learning
电子版ISSN：1473-0111
出版年度：2016
出版社：Centre for Innovation in Mathematics Teaching
摘要：This article reports on a US-based study that examined a traditional, lecture-based college algebra section versus an online, quantitative literacy focused section; the latter included weekly news discussions as well as problem-based learning projects requiring data analysis. College algebra fulfills the quantitative literacy requirement of many college’s general education programs and is a terminal course for most who take it. An online problem-based learning environment provides a unique means of engaging students in quantitative discussions and research