SIRikt 2014 International Conference

26th – 30th May 2014

SIRikt 2014 International Conference - 26th – 30th May 2014

Understanding Pythagorean theorem with the use of an i-textbook

Jerneja Bone, Mateja Sirnik, Zavod RS za šolstvo

During our Open Space session some sample segments and dynamic applets from the Math i-textbook will be used. We will present how they can support students learning a new concept – Pythagorean theorem. We will focus on the use of i-textbook as a homework activity by which students will learn about a new Math concept. The importance of checking prior knowledge that can be performed by well-planned homework will be highlighted. This session will demonstrate how various forms of representation, from concrete models to i-textbooks, can be successfully integrated in Math lessons. We will compare the learning and teaching with and without i-textbooks and discuss advantages and disadvantages of both.