Mastering Physics

Evidence about an online tutorial system

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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. 

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