Technological Resources for Teaching and Learning Mathematics
Various technological resources are available to enhance the teaching and learning of mathematics. Several websites offer a range of helpful tools, such as straightforward explanations and short instructional videos.
Technological Resources for Teaching and Learning Mathematics
Promote interest
Subtopic
Support Interactive Learning
Ipad apps
My Math Flash Cards
For Mastering math facts
Myscript Calculator
SubLets students check their worktopic
Mathterm glossary
define math terms
Pattern Shapes
Move and draw shapes all over the screen
Geoboard
find perimeter
create polygons
Geopad
Lets students draw lines/shapes on graph paper
Number pieces
allows access to base ten blocks
Increase students' perception of learning mathematics
Support differentiation
Increase engagement
Websites
http://mathtechtoolsuoit.wikispaces.com
(provides straightforward explanations about how to use over 25 free, online tools for teaching and learning mathematics.
Short videos are available for each tool on how to use the tool effectively in the classroom)
http://www.abcya.com/
(See the ABC 123 eBook category for math-related digital picture books and non-fiction easy readers)
https://www.prodigygame.com
(a free, adaptive math game for grades 1-7 that integrates Ontario math into a role-playing game using a Pokemon-style theme. Students complete math questions to level up (become more powerful).
http://www.mathclips.ca
(interactive learning modules equipped with immediate feedback, interactive tools, games, quizzes, and suggestions for demonstrating learning)
http://nrich.maths.org
(tasks, games, interactive tools, activity sets, curriculum mapping, and great ideas for group work)