Tech+v+Trad

//How the learning might differ from what would be learned in a more traditional classroom//  Traditionally in mathematics, students were taught sums, formulas, procedures and rote learning. More often than not there was only one correct way to solve a problem. Tests and quizzes were also common.

Maths today is aimed at teaching the ideas behind mathematics, such as problem solving and reasoning, rather than rote procedures.

Using this technology is promoting higher order thinking in students rather than just requiring them to recite or produce an answer. They have to think up how to incorporate the maths equation into the story and then they have to work out the answer to their sum, and also think of meaningful alternative answers for the multiple choice question.

Using technology adds another element to maths. It can be more engaging for students, helping to cater to different learning styles. Technology is also instant; when playing a maths game on a computer students will get a response instantly whether their answer is right or not, instead of having to wait for a teacher to correct their work.

Technology increases the complexity of the tasks that students can perform successfully, raises student motivation, and leads to changes in classroom roles and organization; with students moving toward more self-reliance and peer coaching, and teachers functioning more as facilitators.