Dynamic Computer Simulations for Promoting Conceptual Discussions of Spatial Measurement

Lorraine Males, Nic Gilbertson, Eryn M. Stehr

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Abstract

Explore the benefits of using dynamic computer simulations to encourage reasoning and sense-making in length and area measurement.Work with simulations that highlight important conceptual ideas. Focus on how simulations help promote discussion that can lead to a robust understanding of measurement.
Original languageAmerican English
StatePublished - Apr 27 2012
EventNational Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Meeting and Exposition (NCTM) - Philadelphia, PA
Duration: Apr 27 2012 → …

Conference

ConferenceNational Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Meeting and Exposition (NCTM)
Period04/27/12 → …

Disciplines

  • Mathematics

Keywords

  • Conceptual discussions
  • Dynamic computer simulations
  • Promoting
  • Spatial measurement

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