The Effect of Mathematics Difficulty Intervention Programs on Mathematics Performance: A Second-Order Meta-Analysis

Authors : Tunahan Filiz

Pages : 454-477

Doi:10.54535/rep.1360558

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Publication Date : 2023-10-25

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Determining and evaluating the effects of mathematics difficulty intervention programs designed for students with MD are important for guiding teachers, researchers, and policy-makers. In this context, this research examines the influence of MD intervention programs on students\' mathematical performance. Between 2009 and 2022, a total of 13 meta-analytical studies have been conducted. The research is currently exploring the consequences of intervention efforts on students diagnosed with MD for this objective. The analysis of this effect size value employs a second-order meta-analytical approach. Upon concluding the analysis process, it has been determined that the effect of MD intervention programs on students\' mathematical performance is of moderate magnitude (ES = 0.70). Further, it is found that the location that MD intervention programs comprise, publication period, and features of participants are variables that cause meaningful differences in students’ mathematics performance. According to the study results, types of the program and school level are variables that do not cause any meaningful difference. However, the program of EI intervention has an important effect on the mathematics performances of individuals with MD. Obtained results and directions for forthcoming studies are discussed in the scope of this study.
Keywords : Intervention program, Mathematics difficulty, Mathematics performance, Meta analysis