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Tracing Learning Progressions/Trajectories: Novel Theoretical and Methodological Perspectives at the Intersection of Mathematics and Science

Mon, April 12, 11:10am to 12:40pm EDT (11:10am to 12:40pm EDT), Division D, Division D - Section 1 Paper and Symposium Sessions

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Abstract

Learning progressions (LPs) and learning trajectories (LTs) are new models of assessment that delineate common conceptual pathways of learners in specific content domains. Despite the similarity between these models, research on LPs in science education and LTs in mathematics education has developed in each discipline with little cross talk. To close this unnecessary gap, this session is a rare opportunity to bring together researchers from science and mathematics education to discuss methodological, social and theoretical implications of learning progression/trajectory research that has potential to improve instruction. Specifically, presentations will address the process of LP/LT validation and empirical recovery, the influence of curricular and cultural contexts on LPs and practical aspects – the utility of LPs/LTs in the classroom.

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