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Calculus in elementary school: an example of ICT-based curriculum transformation
conference contribution
posted on 2023-05-23, 05:22 authored by Fluck, AE, Susantha RanmuthugalaSusantha Ranmuthugala, Christopher ChinChristopher Chin, Irene PenesisIrene PenesisIntegral calculus is generally regarded as a fundamental but advanced aspect of mathematics, and it is not generally studied until students are aged about fifteen or older. Understanding the transformative potential of information and communication technology, this project undertook an investigation in four Australian schools to train pupils aged ten to twelve years how to solve problems using integral calculus with computer algebra system software. After eleven lessons the students completed a test constructed from items at the level of a first year engineering degree calculus examination. The average achievement was at the credit level, and students showed good understanding of the applications of integral calculus.
History
Publication title
Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference of the Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE 2011)Editors
M Koehler, P MishraPagination
3203 - 3210ISBN
1880094843Department/School
Faculty of EducationPublisher
Association for the Advancement of Computing in EducationPlace of publication
Chesapeake, VA, USAEvent title
22nd International Conference of the Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE 2011)Event Venue
Nashville, USADate of Event (Start Date)
2011-03-07Date of Event (End Date)
2011-03-11Rights statement
Copyright 2011 AACERepository Status
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