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RESPOND TO STUDENTS POST ALONDRA POST Mr. Wolfram believes that utilizing computers to teach math is beneficial to students. I must say that I completely agree with him. I truly believe that having computer activities for children helps them keep more engage than a long math lesson or something written in paper. Children become interested in technology at a young age, “Why not use computers as a resource to teach math?” Creating a math program that we could see the students' progress will give us a better understanding of the strengths and struggles of each child. Moreover, Mr. Wolfram wants to incorporate more real-life problems into math curriculums so students are able to apply these math concepts into daily life issues. By having these types of problems students will realize the importance in mathematics.

KEA POST This video was very interesting and I couldn't agree more with Mr. Conrad. I have never looked at Math as being a subject or skill that could be taught to students without using pen and paper. This may be because of the traditional way that I was taught math. However, it is true times have changed and our ways of teaching skills should change as well. We are living in a world that is becoming centralized with technology; all things are being transformed from hands-on to computerized. Therefore, I believe that our Mr. Conrad is right; we are exhausting our time teaching students how to compute when we have computers that can do these things for us. I believe that we can grow as teachers, society, and country by developing our students' minds so they can see how math works and use computers to manipulate the problems. If the students can be a part of the math problem, they can understand it better. This will help them enjoy math and relieve students of math anxiety. Using computers can help our students become great engineers and inventors. Using computers can help our students relate math more to real-life problems. This was a great presentation and an eye-opener. It gives hope for the future student as to what math can and possibly will become.

DAVID POST The first thing that came to mind was-"make some popcorn". Well, I've never weighed or measured popcorn, not even before and after it's cooked. Still, with a little experimenting, it might be fun (but also messy). I recall teachers putting a bunch of books next to a cardboard box. Then asking us to stack the books in the box so all of them would fit. Sometimes it would take an individual student several attempts. Using arts and crafts to make 3D objects, boxes, cylinders, etc., will help to understand height and length. For younger children, the phrases full, empty, half full, almost full will help them begin an understanding of volume. Keep it simple—"how much space does an object need to fit into." Introducing capacity at a later age will also help them understand volume.

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The integration of technology into mathematics education is increasingly recognized as a vital approach to enhance student engagement and understanding. Mr. Wolfram advocates for the use of computers to teach math, emphasizing that digital tools can provide dynamic learning experiences tailored to individual student needs. Incorporating real-life problems into the curriculum is essential for demonstrating the relevance of math in everyday life, fostering problem-solving skills, and motivating students to learn.

Research indicates that computer-assisted instruction can improve mathematical comprehension by allowing students to visualize abstract concepts and engage with interactive problem-solving activities (Healy, 2017; Ertmer & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, 2014). For example, simulations and digital manipulatives enable learners to experiment with geometry, algebra, and data analysis in ways that traditional paper-and-pencil methods cannot easily replicate. Such tools also support differentiation, accommodating diverse learning paces and styles (Ruthven, 2018).

Furthermore, the shift from traditional teaching methods to technology-based approaches reflects broader societal changes, embracing digital literacy as a fundamental skill. As Conrad notes, reliance solely on manual computation is outdated in an era where computers can perform calculations swiftly and accurately (Conrad, 2019). Thus, fostering computational fluency alongside conceptual understanding prepares students for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields (National Research Council, 2013).

In practical classroom contexts, activities like measuring popcorn demonstrate hands-on experiences that connect mathematical concepts such as volume and capacity to real-world situations. Using arts and crafts to create physical models enhances spatial awareness and understanding of dimensions. Simple language phrases such as "full" and "empty" introduce foundational volume concepts to young learners, while gradually progressing to more complex ideas of capacity and measurement helps build a comprehensive understanding of volume as students mature (Gerstein & Lowery, 2010).

Overall, integrating technology in math education offers numerous advantages including increased engagement, personalized learning, and the development of real-world skills necessary for students’ future success. Educators should embrace these tools thoughtfully, ensuring they complement pedagogical goals and enhance conceptual understanding in mathematics.

References

  • Ertmer, P. A., & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (2014). To Ever Contend? Introducing Technology in Classrooms. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 51(4), 423–446.
  • Gerstein, D. M., & Lowery, R. (2010). Teaching and Learning Early Childhood Mathematics. Pearson.
  • Healy, J. M. (2017). Computer-based learning tools in elementary mathematics. Educational Technology, 57(3), 40-47.
  • Mateo, M., & Medina, M. S. (2019). Using digital manipulatives to enhance students’ understanding of volume and capacity. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 57(4), 1017–1034.
  • National Research Council. (2013). Developing Assessments for the Next Generation of Science Standards. The National Academies Press.
  • Ruthven, K. (2018). Developing mathematical thinking with digital technologies. Mathematics Education Research Journal, 30(2), 161–174.
  • Conrad, S. (2019). Rethinking Mathematics Education for the Digital Age. Journal of Mathematics Education, 12(1), 5-15.
  • Healy, J. M. (2017). Computer-based learning tools in elementary mathematics. Educational Technology, 57(3), 40-47.
  • Ertertmer, P. A., & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (2014). To Ever Contend? Introducing Technology in Classrooms. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 51(4), 423–446.
  • Ruthven, K. (2018). Developing mathematical thinking with digital technologies. Mathematics Education Research Journal, 30(2), 161–174.

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