A Teacher Wishes to Compare a New Approach to Teaching

question 79

Multiple Choice

A teacher wishes to compare a new approach to teaching math (Method A) with the traditional approach (Method B) , because she thinks Method A will improve the learning of math.Prior to the study, what general research hypothesis should the teacher state?

• A) The traditional method (Method B) of teaching math is inadequate.
• B) Method A should be utilized to teach math.
• C) Can Method A be used successfully to teach math in this particular situation?
• D) Students will learn more math with Method A than with Method B.

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