Ward-Penny, Robert, Johnston-Wilder, Sue and Lee, Clare (2011) Exit interviews : undergraduates who leave mathematics behind. For the learning of mathematics, Volume 31 (Number 2). pp. 21-26. ISSN 0228-0671.

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Abstract

It is increasingly being recognised that a significant number of able students who embark on a mathematics degree become disenchanted and move away from mathematics after graduating. This paper reports on the experiences of four such learners, exploring their mathematical trajectories against ideas in current literature. Through a consideration of their evolving agentic identities, we argue that observed difficulties arise not only out of cognitive challenges, but also from a paucity of resilient learning strategies and behaviours specific to mathematics. In this way, we offer a perspective which has relevance in preparing future students more effectively.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education Q Science > QA Mathematics
Divisions:	Faculty of Social Sciences > Institute of Education ( -2013)
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH):	Mathematics -- Study and teaching (Higher), College students -- Case studies
Journal or Publication Title:	For the learning of mathematics
Publisher:	Queen's University. Faculty of Education
ISSN:	0228-0671
Official Date:	2011
Dates:	Date Event 2011 Published
Volume:	Volume 31
Number:	Number 2
Page Range:	pp. 21-26
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Publication Status:	Published
Funder:	Economic and Social Research Council (Great Britain) (ESRC)

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