Conference paper
A constructivist approach to mathematics laboratory classes
Shining through the fog: Proceedings, pp.189-198
Delta Conference on Teaching and Learning of Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics, 9th (Kiama, Australia, 24-Nov-2013–29-Nov-2013)
University of Western Sydney
2013
Abstract
This article discusses a framework for mathematics education that includes higherorder levels of learning. Theories of learning are also examined, with constructivism discussed in more detail. The constructivist philosophy is applied to structuring a computer-laboratory program in mathematics that differs from the traditional structure where the development of skills in a computer algebra system is a major objective. A structure is proposed of guided mathematical investigations, which makes use of dynamic visualisation, with the aim of helping students construct their own knowledge and develop conceptual understanding.
Details
- Title
- A constructivist approach to mathematics laboratory classes
- Authors
- Raymond A Summit (Author) - Curtin University of TechnologyTony Rickards (Author) - Curtin University of Technology
- Contributors
- Deborah King (Editor)Birgit Loch (Editor)Leanne Rylands (Editor)
- Publication details
- Shining through the fog: Proceedings, pp.189-198
- Conference details
- Delta Conference on Teaching and Learning of Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics, 9th (Kiama, Australia, 24-Nov-2013–29-Nov-2013)
- Publisher
- University of Western Sydney
- Date published
- 2013
- ISBN
- 9781741082890
- Organisation Unit
- School of Tertiary Access - Legacy; School of Education and Tertiary Access; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99451281202621
- Output Type
- Conference paper
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