1. Drs. Madelaine Bates and Susan Forman
The Role of Distributed Practice and Problem-Centered Learning on Retention
of Mathematical Concepts and Skills in Elementary Algebra
Drs. Madelaine Bates and Susan Forman

2. The project was designed to answer two questions:
(1) does distributed practice of homework assignments lead to higher passing rates in the course and on the COMPASS
(2) does a problem-centered approach with distributed practice lead to higher passing rates in the course and on the COMPASS

3. Experimental Design Spring 2010 — Control Group
Fall 2010 — Distributed Practice
Spring 2011 — Distributed Practice with
Problem Centered Approach