Effectiveness of visual representations in promoting exact selection of continuity correction / Tuh Moi Hua... [et al.]

Moi Hua, Tuh and Liew, Chin Ying and Ahmad Bakri, Syah Runniza and Yee Hui, Robin Chang (2017) Effectiveness of visual representations in promoting exact selection of continuity correction / Tuh Moi Hua... [et al.]. Journal of Academia, 5 (1). pp. 209-222. ISSN 2289-6368

Abstract

The Square + Line method was formulated to enhance the understanding of students in cases involving Normal Approximation to either Binomial Distribution or Poisson Distribution. In these topics, usage of continuity correction factor is essential, specifically when we apply continuous function to approximate a discrete one. The simple steps of modifying (adding or subtracting 0.5) the discrete x-value are made complicated by the various interval situations.
Through this approach, students can visualize the correct conversion for all the nine transformation cases. While it is possible that this method does not benefit quick learners, it
nevertheless helps students who have difficulty with continuity knowledge retention. To measure the effectiveness of this method, students who took diploma program in computer science were given pre- and post-assessment before and after the learning session. The comparatively much higher post-test score indicates a significant improvement.

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Moi Hua, Tuh
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Liew, Chin Ying
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Ahmad Bakri, Syah Runniza
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Yee Hui, Robin Chang
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Subjects: Q Science > QA Mathematics
Q Science > QA Mathematics > Study and teaching
Q Science > QA Mathematics > Analysis
Divisions: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Negeri Sembilan > Kuala Pilah Campus
Journal or Publication Title: Journal of Academia
UiTM Journal Collections: UiTM Journal > Journal of Academia (JoA)
ISSN: 2289-6368
Volume: 5
Number: 1
Page Range: pp. 209-222
Keywords: Visualization; Normal approximation; Continuity correction; Paired t-test
Date: 2017
URI: https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/29498
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