Mathematical problem solving and self-regulated learning

Fadlelmula F. K.

International Journal of Learning, cilt.17, sa.3, ss.363-372, 2010 (Scopus) identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 17 Sayı: 3
  • Basım Tarihi: 2010
  • Dergi Adı: International Journal of Learning
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.363-372
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Mathematics education, Problem solving, Self-regulated learning, Self-regulation
  • Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

The purpose of this study is to demonstrate how mathematical problem solving and self-regulated learning are two important and interrelated concepts in mathematics education, and how they contribute to effective mathematics learning. Particularly, the study starts with a theoretical background about what self-regulation is, and how it promotes success in academic learning. Then, a brief review is given about the nature of mathematical problem solving and its importance in mathematics education. After that, a discussion is made about how self-regulatory processes are related to mathematical problem solving. Finally, a number of recent research studies are summarized to illustrate this relation, and several suggestions are made for instructional practice. © Common Ground, Fatma Kayan Fadlelmula.