The Search for Fidelity in Geometry Apps: An Exercise in Futility?

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Larkin, Kevin
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2015
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As the use of mathematics apps in classrooms becomes more prevalent, robust research into
their effectiveness is required to inform best practice regarding their use. This is
particularly the case for Geometry apps where accurate and dynamic representations are
critical in enhancing mathematical learning. This paper provides findings from an initial
critique of 53 Geometry apps. Early findings indicate that the majority of these apps were
limited in their ability to assist students in developing Geometrical conceptual
understanding; however, all is not lost as a number of apps were highly appropriate.As the use of mathematics apps in classrooms becomes more prevalent, robust research into
their effectiveness is required to inform best practice regarding their use. This is
particularly the case for Geometry apps where accurate and dynamic representations are
critical in enhancing mathematical learning. This paper provides findings from an initial
critique of 53 Geometry apps. Early findings indicate that the majority of these apps were
limited in their ability to assist students in developing Geometrical conceptual
understanding; however, all is not lost as a number of apps were highly appropriate.
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Mathematics Education in the Margins: Proceedings of the 38th Annual Conference of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia
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Mathematics and Numeracy Curriculum and Pedagogy