A Survey on Experiences in Mathematics Education and History of Mathematics
This survey is designed to elicit responses from students on their experiences learning mathematics in the classroom in order to trace what aspects of mathematics teaching lead to the highest levels of enjoyment and success in the classroom. This survey also probes for knowledge or background on the history of mathematics as part of an inquiry on whether or not the incorporation of an increased focus on the history of mathematics and historical modes of learning mathematics (including historical philosophies of mathematics education's structure and telos) might be useful for further improvement of the classrooms of mathematics today.

The first section of this study looks to inquire into the participant's experiences of learning mathematics related to enjoyment, success, etc. while the second section looks to inquire into the participant's knowledge/understanding of the history and philosophies behind mathematics and mathematics education.

Note that for this survey, the best results will be obtained if participants answer the questions only from memory without looking up any information to aid their responses.

Additionally, there is a final question which asks for contact information if participants would be willing to be involved with additional research which may include a short 15-30 minute follow-up interview.

This study was approved by George Fox's IRB for participants 18 years or older. For any questions you can email Caden Hildenbrand at childenbrand22@georgefox.edu.
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By participating in this survey, you are consenting as 18 years or older to having your anonymized data shared at academic settings including for this course project (MATH 421: Real Analysis I) as well as at conferences. If you select "I Do Not Consent", your data will not be included for this project. *
In high school, how successful would you say you were in learning mathematics?
In college, how successful would you say you have been in learning mathematics?
What things have given you a distaste for mathematics learning? (You can be as thorough as desired in your response to this question)
What things have fostered your enjoyment of mathematics learning? (You can be as thorough as desired in your response to this question)
On a scale of 0 to 10, rate your enjoyment of mathematics.
Don't Enjoy/Dislike
Thoroughly Enjoy
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On a scale of 0 to 10, how would you rate the usefulness of mathematics as a discipline for society/individuals?
Not Useful at All
Very Useful
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On a scale of 0 to 10, how would you rate the usefulness of mathematics learning for you individually?
Not Useful at All
Very Useful
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What grade percentage (out of 100%) do you normally receive in mathematics courses? (If you are unsure, what were the last 3 course grades you received?)
What is the highest grade percentage (out of 100%) which you have received in a math class you have taken?
For the above math class, how would you rate your enjoyment of that particular class out of 10?
Did Not Enjoy at All
Enjoyed a Lot
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For the previous question, explain why you picked the level of enjoyment you did.
Describe some of your greatest motivations for learning mathematics.
Describe some of your greatest struggles with learning mathematics.
What teaching styles of mathematics have you found most effective for your math learning and enjoyment of the subject?
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