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ICT Use to Improve Mathematics Learning in Secondary Schools
Rebecca HudsonSchool of Mathematics and Applied StatisticsUniversity of Wollongong
ACEC2010: DIGITAL DIVERSITY CONFERENCE
6-9 APRIL 2010, MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
Mathematics and ICT???
Higher Order Thinking Skills
The problem….?
Integrating technology in mathematics does not appear to be happening!
How to address the problem?
Examine the: beliefs; attitudes; barriers; and knowledge (PD experience and needs)
of mathematics teachers towards using computer.
Initial model for predicting computer use
Background
International studies show that secondary mathematics teachers are still
not effectively
integrating computer technology in their classroom.
Related Literature
Teacher’s beliefs-mathematical tasks and pedagogical practices (Schoenfeld,1987)
Barrier to technology use: lack of professional development; and lack of access to computers (D’Sousa,
Sabita and Woods, 2003; Palmer, 2002).
Methodology/Research Design
Approach mixed model (Teddlie and Tashkkori, 2002)
Design Questionnaire Survey
Sampling 26 high schools, 114 teachers (NSWDET)
Data Analysis
Statistical model – ‘logistic regression analysis’
InternetLessonPlanSupportExcele
InternetLessonPlanSupportExceleUseP
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Statistical model predicting computer use
Results
The results of the study show that:
training on EXCEL; and
the need for ongoing support
for the inclusion of technology in mathematics teaching are positively associated with computer use.
Lack of lesson plans
A teacher who wants training in EXCEL:
need [SIC] ongoing support for the inclusion of computer [SIC] in Mathematics teaching, preferred to be trained in the use of the Internet and
welcome [SIC] lesson preparation with technology integration
is more likely to adopt computer use in mathematics teaching and learning
Beliefs
BELIEFS
COMPUTER USENo effect
Conclusion
These results indicate that: computer policies(CP) and PD programs
integrating the use of ICT in mathematics -not effective
a need for more structured and PD programs for mathematics teachers
Recommendations
Therefore, it is highly recommended that:
a leadership role of school executives is needed to encourage teachers to use ICT in the mathematics classrooms.
Questions & Answers
Thank you for your participation!
Rebecca HudsonSchool of Mathematics & Applied Statistics
University of Wollongong