A descriptive research on the memories of the mathematics course

The aim of this study is to examine the pre-university (primary, secondary and high school) events and memories of the participants who did not choose a field related to mathematics at university level. The form prepared for this purpose and consisting of 3 open-ended questions constitutes the data collection tool. The study was conducted with 184 university-level participants who were / have studied in the departments of Geography, Theology, English Language and Literature, History and Turkish Language and Literature. In the study, qualitative-descriptive research design was used and the data were analyzed by content analysis technique. After the data were analyzed by the researcher, they were presented to the control of the field expert and the coding reliability of the data was ensured. According to the findings of the study, it was seen that negative memories about mathematics were mentioned more than positive memories. Memories are shaped around peer, family, school, math lesson and teacher focus. In addition, specific factors that determine the relationship of the individual with mathematics and their effects were determined within the focuses. High school period is the most emphasized in the memories. In addition, turning points that change the individual's attitude towards mathematics have been encountered. According to the findings, it was concluded that the individual's memories have features that determine their relationship with mathematics. Therefore, it has been revealed that memories provide a useful perspective in making sense of the relationship of individuals with mathematics.