Assessing Mathematical Understanding: Unveiling the True Essence of Feedback as a Process

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@article{1705063,
      author = {Wisani Hlangwani},
      title = {Assessing Mathematical Understanding: Unveiling the True Essence of Feedback as a Process},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2023},
      volume = {7},
      number = {3},
      pages = {304-311},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1705063.pdf},
      abstract = {This study unveiled the true essence of feedback as a process in assessing and enhancing learners' mathematical understanding within a socio-cultural learning environment. The study adopted the Socio-Cultural theory of learning as a theoretical framework to investigate the role of feedback in the learning process. The data for this qualitative study was derived from interviews conducted with two experienced mathematics teachers. Polkinghorne's narrative analysis was employed to analyse the interview data and identify key themes and patterns. The findings highlight the importance of feedback as a process in guiding learners towards self-assessment and self-correction, leading to deeper mathematical understanding. The study emphasizes the need for feedback to be meaningful, specific, and aligned with the goals and learning objectives of the task. It also highlights the importance of considering individual learner needs and learning styles in providing constructive feedback.},
      keywords = {Mathematical understanding; Feedback; Process; Product},
      month = {September},
  }