Application of Heuristic Strategies in the Solution of Problems Modeled by Means of Algebraic Equations in Students of an Educational Institution
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Andrea Peña-Sureda
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Puerto Rico
[email protected] https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4351-4004Abner Colón-Ortiz
Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Puerto Rico
[email protected] https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2852-0038Iris Ramos-Rullan
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Puerto Rico
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The purpose of the research was to provide strategies applicable in the process of troubleshooting algebraic equations to determine whether there was a significant difference in the academic performance of the groups under investigation. A pilot study and a problem and discrimination analysis were conducted. The sample of the three groups was 26 students enrolled in a general math course as a requirement of their curriculum. A pre- and post-test was given to the control group 1 (C1) and the experimental group (E). The post-test was administered to groups C1, C2 and E. Treatment was carried out where the control groups received traditional teaching and the experimental group teaching based on the application of heuristic strategies. A normality test and a discrepancy and difficulty analysis were performed. The average pretest administration was calculated. It was concluded that C1 and E had similar performance and knowledge in problem solving and algebraic equations at the beginning of research, there was significant difference after treatment in groups C1 and E, it was shown that groups C1 and E were homogeneous, and that there was significant difference between the three groups participating in the posttest of academic performance. A research tool, an educational module for students and a strategic guide for the teacher were provided.
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