Technology in the Math's Room
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Technology in the Math's Room
TJ 591 Lecture week 8 2004
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Internet Resources
• The Internet abounds with Math’s resources.
• Google searchs for:• technology pedagogy maths
23,000 pages • ICT maths pedagogy
5,700
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The Mathematical Association of Victoria
http://www.mav.vic.edu.au
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A Maths Dictionary for Kids
http://www.teachers.ash.org.au/jeather/maths/dictionary.html
5http://www.microworlds.com
Microworlds
6http://velorum.ballarat.edu.au/~rrussell/microworlds
7http://www.mathcats.com
8http://www.mathcats.com
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James Discovers Math's
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Simulation
• (computer science) the technique of representing the real world using a computer program
• Simulations are powerful because they allow students to experiment with concepts.
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Pattern Blocks
http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/vm1_asid_171.html
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Geoboards
http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/
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A Broken Calculator
http://www.cut-the-knot.org/Curriculum/Arithmetic/BrokenCalculator.shtml
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A Broken Calculator
www.fi.uu.nl/toepassingen/00014/toepassing.xml?language=en
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http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/index.html
http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav
19http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/topic_t_3.html
20http://archives.math.utk.edu/k12.html
21http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/frames_asid_277_g_1_t_3.html?open=activities
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The Geometer’s Sketchpad
http://www.keypress.com/sketchpad
23http://www.keypress.com/sketchpad
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Calculators
http://www.avlandesign.com/calc.htm
25http://www.chainwave.com/Poly/Default.htm
26www.fi.uu.nl/toepassingen/00297/toepassing.xml?&language=en
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Small Stella
http://home.aanet.com.au/robertw/Downloads.html
28http://www.galaxy.com/galaxy/Science/Mathematics/Software/
29http://www15.addr.com/~dscher/expcircle.html
30http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/kadkins/spreadsheet.htm
31http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/kadkins/picgraph.htm
32http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/kadkins/ifthen03.htm
33http://www.canteach.ca/elementary/statprob9.html
34http://mathforum.org/workshops/sum96/data.collections/datalibrary/data.set6.html
35http://hp.vector.co.jp/authors/VA019891/eng/
36http://www.accesscom.com/~lillge/pgc/
37http://www.sabine.k12.la.us/class/excel_resources.htm
38http://www.lttechno.com/links/spreadsheets.html
39http://www.cs.uidaho.edu/%7Ecasey931/mega-math/
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Math’s Fonts
http://www.ballarat.edu.au/~rrussell/fonts
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Fractals
http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/frames_asid_136_g_4_t_3.html
42This is the image: www.oznet.ksu.edu/.../jpglbry/ Water/General/reflection.jpg
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Teacher Roles In Computer-Enriched Classrooms
www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/integrate.computers.html
1. Instructor2. Coach3. Model4. Critic
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1. Instructor
When the computer is introduced into the classroom, an initial learning period occurs during which the children need time to become familiar and comfortable with the technology. It is during this period that the teacher needs to assume the most active role in instructing children, guiding them through new software and encouraging their exploration of the material.
www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/integrate.computers.html
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2. Coach
As students gain experience with computers, the focal role held by the teacher gradually diminishes; children are able to perform tasks independently, and peers begin to take over the role of instructor. The teacher then moves into the role of facilitator, providing guidance and support when needed and ensuring appropriate behaviors, while control of the situation remains in the hands of the child.
www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/integrate.computers.html
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3. Model
Children will be much more likely to use the computer as a practical, integrated tool for learning if they see the teacher doing the same. Using the computer during whole and small group instruction and for recording stories and producing classroom signs and charts are ways in which the teacher can be a highly visible user of technology.
www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/integrate.computers.html
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4. Critic
Responsibilities of the teacher in the computer-enriched classroom begin before the computer is introduced to the students. In providing a rich, challenging, and appropriate learning environment, teachers must take an active role in selecting the software that will truly enhance children's learning and development.
www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content2/integrate.computers.html
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Low expectations of the teacher - Narrow learning outcomes
High expectations of the teacher - Broad learning outcomes
User has control
Technology has control
SimCity etc
Drill and practice eg Math Blaster and many CD ROMs
HyperStudio, MicroWorlds, PowerPoint, Clarisworks, Kid Pix, Office, Web
Publishing Software,Email
Software PyramidGraeme Oswin 1997
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Ask Dr. Math Students can ask questions about math problems. It is fun to read the student questions and see the
answers. Try it. You might learn something new.
http://mathforum.org/dr.math/dr-math.html
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ENIAC
http://www.library.upenn.edu/special/gallery/mauchly/jwm8b.html
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Grace Hopper - 1950’s
UPI/Bettmann "Grace Hopper," Microsoft Encarta 96
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Thank you.
http://perso.wanadoo.fr/pc-informatik/histoire1.htm