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Technology in Mathematics

Technology in Mathematics. By Shannon, Penny & Tina. ‘Technology has become an essential tool for doing mathematics in today’s world’ ( Niess , p 3). What is technology?. Introduction.

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Technology in Mathematics

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  1. Technology in Mathematics By Shannon, Penny & Tina

  2. ‘Technology has become an essential tool for doing mathematics in today’s world’ (Niess, p 3).

  3. What is technology? • Introduction Technology is defined as “any invention, including tools, machines, materials, techniques, and sources of power, that makes people’s work easier” (Discovery school, 2012).

  4. Calculators • Computers • Laptops/netbooks • Smart boards • I-Pads/Tablets • I-phone/Pods/Smart phone • Internet Which technologies make useful tools forlearning and communicating mathematics in the 21st century?

  5. ‘Technology can facilitate mathematical problem solving communication, reasoning and proof; moreover technology can provide students with opportunities to explore different representations of mathematical ideas and support them in making connections both within and outside of mathematics’. (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2000) . ‘The influence of play on a child’s development is enormous’ (Booker, 2010).

  6. Should students have an understanding of the mathematical concepts /strategies before use of the technology? Technology is only as good as the person who operates it.

  7. VELS: Level 1 Students ‘manipulate and play with objects to develop links between their immediate environment, everyday language and mathematical activity’. With assistance, ‘students work with different types of data, such as text, numbers and images. They develop their navigation skills by responding to stimulus in multimedia resources that develop literacy and numeracyskills’.

  8. A Smart-Board is made up of a computer, Smart-Board software, an interactive whiteboard and a projector. ‘Children who are shy tend to become engaged in learning when it comes to working with Smart-Boards’. Sani, 2007 http://www.topmarks.co.uk/

  9. Middle-Upper Primary VELS Mathematics - Level 3 Learning focus In Number, students use structured materials to explore place value and order of numbers to tens of thousands. They skip count to create number patterns. They use materials to develop concepts of decimals to hundredths. In addition, students examine relevant values in particular ICT environments and identify issues and practices for using ICT in a safe and responsible manner. (National Statements of Learning for ICT). http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-DiNRvWGl8

  10. Turning Point Clickers…… What is TurningPoint? TurningPoint is a student response system developed by Turning Technologies, Inc. The system consists of the software, a receiver, and a clicker which allow faculty to provide students with opportunities to engage more actively and openly within a course.

  11. http://www.yourteacher.com/algebra-1-tutoring.php ‘…a calculator or computer is only as good as the person who operates it – or, more accurately, the understanding of the person who uses and interprets its outputs”. (Booker et al 2010) p33 The importance of teacher-training in the technology that is being used within the class/school, on the actual use of the equipment and how to successfully interpret the data. Ipad/Iphones

  12. Middle Secondary TECHNOLOGY IS PART OF THIS WORLD AND TEACHERS ARE USING CALCULATORS AND ICT’s TO PROMOTE DEEPER AND MORE EFFECTIVE MATHEMATICAL THINKING RATHER THAN PRODUCING STUDENTS WHO CAN ONLY COPE WITH ROUTINE PROBLEMS FROM THE PAST. (Booker et al., 2010)

  13. Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) link • The VCAA is an independent statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. • The mission of the VCAA is to provide high quality curriculum, assessment and reporting that enables individual lifelong learning.

  14. VELS AND TECHNOLOGY IN MATHEMATICS CAS (Computer Algebra System) The corresponding mathematics courses will typically be implemented across Years 9 and 10.

  15. THE USE OF THE CALCULATOR CASIO ClassPad 330-A

  16. ASSESSMENT – On Demand Testing

  17. On Demand Testing link • On Demand Testing is an online resource for teachers to use when, where and how they choose. • Tests are designed to link to curriculum and standards. • Both general ability tests and topic-specific assessments are provided. • Can be administered to a single student and/or a whole class. • The On Demand testing program utilises the VCAA Assessment Online software.

  18. ASSESSMENT – Naplan • VCAA is responsible for the National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) in Victoria. • National Assessment program (NAP) In Secondary school it will be taken by year 7 and Year 9 students.

  19. ONLINE SUPPORT FOR NAPLAN TESTING

  20. MATHS DIMENSIONS 9 • Maths Dimensions by Pearson Education is a VELS based maths course • It uses a text book and student CD and offers online support.

  21. TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOMIXL WEBSITE • IXLis completely aligned to the Australian national curriculum and has a curriculum reporting system link. • It has unlimited maths practice problems from preschool to Year 9.

  22. Can the technology be used as a productivity, communication, research and or problem-solving and decision-making tool for learning in the subject area? • Can the technology address the diverse needs of students in learning the subject? • Can the technology provide multiple perspectives for the students to view of mathematics? • Can the technology maximize student learning? • What preparation must be provided for students working with the technology as a tool for learning? • How will assessment of students’ learning of mathematics be affected by the incorporation of the new tool? Niess, Questions to think about

  23. How would your school/home be different if there were no computers or similar technology? • Debate the issue of computers that think on their own. What are the advantages? Disadvantages? Reflection….

  24. Booker, G., Bond, D., Sparrow. & Swan, P. (2010). Teaching Primary Mathematics (4th ed). New South Wales, Australia: Pearson. Discovery Education.(2012). Retrieved 27th March, 2012 from http://www.discoveryeducation.com/teachers/. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2000). Principles and standards for school mathematics, Reston, VA: NCTM. Niess, M. (2006). Preparing Teachers to Teach Mathematics With Technology. Oregon, USA: Oregon State University. Schreiber, L. (2008). Benefits of Smart-Boards. Retrieved 29th March, 2012 from library.thinkquest.org/09jan-oracle-n.../benefitsofsmartboards.doc. Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority. (2009). Victorian Essential Learning Standards. State Government of Victoria. Retrieved from http://vels.vcaa.vic.edu.au/vels/level1.html. References

  25. CAS Technology at Mathematics. (2012). Retrieved 12th April fromhttp://vels.vcaa.vic.edu.au/maths/cas.html CAS Resources. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://vels.vcaa.vic.edu.au/downloads/supportmaterials/mathscas/cas_resources.pdf Casio Class Pad. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://edu.casio.com/products/classpad/cp_v302/ IXL. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://au.ixl.com/ Maths dimensions. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://www.pearsonplaces.com.au/places/secondary_places/maths_place/maths_student_lounges/maths_dimensions_9.aspx Maths dimensions. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://www.textbooksoz.com.au/pp_shop_page__id_17_product__id_3094.html Naplan. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://www.nap.edu.au/NAPLAN/The_tests/index.html VCAA. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/ On Demand Testing. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/prep10/ondemand/index.html VELS. (2012). Retrieved 12th April from http://vels.vcaa.vic.edu.au/

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