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Issues and Problems

Directed vs. Constructivist teaching strategies: Ongoing "Math wars"

Recent research points to students learning Math better using constructivist approach. (Kinach)

Conflict between teacher-directed and constructivist learning

Technology is available to support both methods

"Math wars" remain unsolved

Challenges in implementing the principles and standards for school mathematics

Three implications in selection of technology for teachers.

3. Technology should be used as a tool to develop student thinking

2. Technology should be considered a math tool and not a pedagogical tool

1. Appropriate combination of on & off computer activities

Technology provides students with the opportunity to visualize and make more concrete the generally abstract world of matematics.

Technology can serve as a catalyst in helping teachers move toward an instructional style of teaching which is student centered.

Accountability for standards in Mathematics

"Principles and standards for school Mathematics" were released in 2000 by the National Concil of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). Six principles, 5 content standards, and 5 process standards.

Problem Solving

Reasoning and Proof

Communication

Connections

Representations

Numbers and Operations

Algebra, Geometry

Measurement

Data Analysis

Probability

Equity

Curriculum

Teaching

Learning

Assessment

Technology

"Technology is essential in teaching and learning mathematics... The existence, versitilty, and power of technology make it possible and neccessary to reexamine what mathematics students should learn as well as how they can best learn it" (NCTM)