Developing Conceptual Understandings of Functions and Function-Related Concepts in Graphing Calculators Based Environment

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Thiiel, R. & Alagic, M. (2004). Developing Conceptual Understandings of Functions and Function-Related Concepts in Graphing Calculators Based Environment. In R. Ferdig et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2004 (pp. 4528-4535). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Conference Information

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (SITE) 2004
Atlanta, GA, USA
2004
ISBN 1-880094-52-5
  Richard Ferdig, Caroline Crawford, Roger Carlsen, Niki Davis, Jerry Price, Roberta Weber & Dee Anna Willis
AACE

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Rae Thiiel, Collegiate High SChool, United States; Mara Alagic, Wichita State University, United States

Abstract

The study occurred in three Precalculus classes. Two intertwined aspects were considered. The first aspect dealt with enabling students to build a stronger conceptual understanding of functions and related concepts and the second was to study what conditions provide for a successful learning environment utilizing graphing calculators. The key factors identified and applied were: long-term exposure to ill-structured problems; writing about the concepts; the teacher answering questions with appropriate questions/prompts to provide for scaffolding; cooperative learning; and the teacher's proficiency with graphing calculator. The students developed a deeper understanding of the concepts and they were more willing to attempt complex problems. Their communication skills improved. The study indicates that problem-based learning in a technology oriented environment provides appropriate conditions for developing critical thinking and communication skills.

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