Using technology to facilitate reasoning: lifting the fog from linear algebra

Using technology to facilitate reasoning: lifting the fog from linear algebra

This article discusses student difficulties in grasping concepts from linear algebra. Using an example from an interview with a student, we propose changes that might positively impact student understanding of concepts within a problem-solving context. In particular, we illustrate barriers to studen...

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Veröffentlicht in:Teaching mathematics and its applications 2008-06, Vol.27 (2), p.102-111
Hauptverfasser: Berry, John S., Lapp, Douglas A., Nyman, Melvin A.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Algebra
Arithmetic
College Mathematics
Comprehension
Computer Uses in Education
Concept Mapping
Educational Technology
Interviews
Mathematical Concepts
Mathematics Curriculum
Mathematics Instruction
Matrices
Problem Solving
Teaching Methods
Transformations (Mathematics)
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Zusammenfassung:This article discusses student difficulties in grasping concepts from linear algebra. Using an example from an interview with a student, we propose changes that might positively impact student understanding of concepts within a problem-solving context. In particular, we illustrate barriers to student understanding and suggest technological interventions to address these barriers.
ISSN:0268-3679
1471-6976
DOI:10.1093/teamat/hrn005