Examining the Impact of Online Math Games on Student Performance and Attitudes

• In Event: Instructional Technology SIG Poster Session 1: Instructional Technology in K–12 Settings

Abstract

Low mathematics (math) scores in the U.S. have been pressing the educators to find engaging strategies and effective tools to promote math performance. While emerging technologies, such as digital math games, show promises in improving mathematical education, existing studies have garnered mixed findings and thereby necessitating further investigation. This study aims to examine the impact of skill-based online math games on students’ math performance and attitudes, as well as students’ perceptions of the games. Thirty-eight students ranging from fifth to eighth grade participated in the study. Data were collected from the games records, standardized test scores, survey, and interviews. The results showed a mixed picture of the impact of the online games on math performance and attitude.

Authors

• Tian Luo, Old Dominion University

• Catherine Hickman, Old Dominion University

• Pauline Salim Muljana, Old Dominion University