Standard Math Education: An examination of 4th graders' computational and problem-solving skills

Article published in Mathematics Exchange, 1(1), 2003.I undertook this investigation in order to evaluate the level of fourth graders’ computational and problem-solving skills prior to, during, and at the conclusion of the first semester, in accordance with Indiana’s Academic Standards for Mathematics [1]. In this study, students in an Indianapolis Public School were asked to participate in a semester long evaluation and observation. This investigation consisted of three components—a pretest, observations conducted throughout the semester, and a post test. All participation was voluntary, and students and parents were informed of their right to discontinue involvement at any time without prejudice. I conducted this investigation in order to fulfill my honors college thesis requirement at Ball State University