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Reshaping the learning experience in mathematics: The potential of the Math Shake app
With the recent proliferation of mobile devices and apps in the primary mathematics classroom there is a need to consider how their use is reshaping learning experiences. As part of a co-inquiry study on the use of apps by practising teachers and researchers, this paper focuses on the use of one app, Math Shake, which is used to support students in solving word problems. The app combines the use of digital tools to support calculation strategies with screen casting. The dynamic, visual and haptic affordances of the app, along with the screen casting feature, enables students to record their mathematical thinking and processes. Responses from teacher and student interviews were analysed in relation to an emerging theme on affordances. Their responses related not only to affective aspects such as motivation, risk-taking and confidence, but also to the creation of a dynamic, visual and aural representation of the students’ thinking that would not be possible otherwise. The process of verbalisation along with the manipulation of images, drawing and writing in a safe environment that the student controls would suggest a change in the learning experience.
History
Publication title
Proceedings of the DEANZ Biennial Conference 2016Editors
N WrightPagination
101-104Department/School
Faculty of EducationPublisher
University of Waikato School of EducationPlace of publication
New ZealandEvent title
DEANZ Biennial Conference 2016Event Venue
Hamilton, New ZealandDate of Event (Start Date)
2016-04-17Date of Event (End Date)
2016-04-20Rights statement
Copyright 2016 the AuthorRepository Status
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