Frame Analysis Method: Analysis of Mathematical Thinking

Analyzing mathematical thinking while solving problems has been an interest for many researchers although it is rather challenging even in paper-and-pencil environments. Researchers, could not find a direct method to monitor and analyze mathematical thinking, have developed indirect methods such as thinking/talking aloud, keeping log files, and eye-tracking to analyze mathematical thinking. The Frame Analysis method was developed by Dr. Karadag to add a new approach to the field. The method is basically based on recording student activities in computer screen by employing a screen capture software and analyzing the captured data frame by frame. It is a qualitative analysis approach to the thick data collected from the field. The work done was completed under the supervision of Professor Douglas McDougall. I deeply acknowledge his contribution as the supervisor. It would not be made possible without his support.

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Dr. Karadag developed a new approach to explore problem solving steps in technology supported environments during his PhD study and named it as Frame Analysis Method. His current area of interests include Mathematical Thinking, Dynamic and Interactive Mathematics Learning Environments (DIMLE) and Mind Games such as Sudoku, Katamino, and Quarto.