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=Using Technology with Mathematics: =

Concerns:
===1) Technology can take away from students' learning and problem solving skills. The computer typically explains and showcases one way to solve the problem which disables the students to figure it out with their own invented strategy. === ===2) Teachers do not use the technology provided in an appropriate setting or manner to teach and model mathematics. Either they are unaware of the new technology or use it as an easy way out. === ===3) Online activites and practice take away from hands on learning. Children need practice with solving mathematics using manipulatives, pencil and paper, group discussions, and drawing diagrams to make the strategies more meaningful and online games and activities take away from that. ===

Suggestions:
===1) Before introducing a website or online activities to the students, explore the material ahead of time. Make sure they enable problem solving techniques and ensure mathematical thinking. Use the sites for repetitive math practice when trying to make a strategy facile. Post the websites chosen on your Wiki so your students know which ones to use and parents can see. === ===2) Use interactive technology, like a SMARTboard, within the class during small or large group discussions to encourage participation. Have students follow along at their desk with the necessary materials. This allows for students to solve the problem in several different ways and they always enjoy writing on the board. === ===3) Use certain technology at appropriate times. Switch off between time spent on online activities and using the SMARTboard. Use computer lessons sparingly so students don't see it as an easy way out. ===

Online Resources:
> ==== Teach-Nology is an online teacher resource website. This website contains lesson plans, activities, worksheets, printables, and tips for teaching. All of the are useful to the teacher and beneficial to the classroom. ==== > ==== Cool Math Sites is basically what it says it is. This websites has lots of games, puzzles, brain teasers, and more. These games cover a wide variety of mathematical concepts and are fun for all ages. ==== > ====Math Playground is a student and child friendly website that is centered around their level of thinking and interest. There are plenty of games and activities ranging from puzzles to logic word problems and informative videos. ==== > ====The Teachers Guide is full of online resources for lesson plans and activities. This website offers ideas for online activities and for interactive whiteboard activities for the SMARTboard. These lessons are interactive and encourage students to get involved. The Teachers Guide is very beneficial when looking to use the SMARTboard. ==== > ====<span style="color: #000080; font-family: Georgia,serif;">Fun Brain is an online math arcade for students. This website is extremely fun and interactive for kids. Fun Brain works in different mathematical skills and concepts while having fun without even knowing it. ====
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