Evidence highlights
A 10% increase in Mastering Physics homework grades is linked to…
A 4% increase
in Phys 211 exam scores
A 2% increase
in FCI gains
A 4% increase
in Phys 212 exam scores
A 3% increase
in BEMA post-test scores
Researching Mastering Physics
Our findings are based on two studies conducted with Penn State University, one with students enrolled in Phys 211, and one with students enrolled in Phys 212 after completing Phys 211 the previous semester.
The studies analyzed students’ homework grades in Mastering Physics, the number of hints requested in homework assignments, the total time spent using the product, and measures of achievement including exam scores, FCI gains, and BEMA post-test scores.
PwC provided robust independent assurance over the integrity of the efficacy statements in the Mastering Physics Product Efficacy Report.
Product Efficacy Report
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Technical Report - Study 1
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Technical Report - Study 2
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