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Evaluation of Techniques to Promote Generalization with Basic Math Fact Skills

Authors :
Poncy, Brian C.
Duhon, Gary J.
Lee, Stacy B.
Source :
Journal of Behavioral Education. Mar 2010 19(1):76-92.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The purpose of the current study was to investigate the effect of three procedures designed to promote the generalization of fluent responding of 12 addition facts to 12 related subtraction facts. The first procedure was completed to determine whether increases in the number of digits correct per minute computed on addition facts would generalize to related subtraction facts. If students were fluent in the targeted addition problems and no generalization was detected, a second procedure was implemented where students completed a conceptual lesson. If no generalization was observed during this phase, a third procedure was implemented where students completed addition problems presented in a cloze format. Results failed to demonstrate generalized fluency gains across any of the procedures. Discussion focuses on future directions of generalization research to further our understanding of the conditions needed for generalization to occur.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1053-0819
Volume :
19
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal of Behavioral Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ873017
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10864-010-9101-x