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Publication Date: 2020
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Leveraging Tutorial Instructional Software to Enhance Classroom Mathematical Discussions: An Exploratory Mixed-Methods Study
Anderson-Pence, Katie L.; Tygret, Jennifer A.; Crocker, Lauren
Educational Research: Theory and Practice, v31 n3 p74-93 2020
Using a convergent parallel mixed methods design, this exploratory study examined mathematics lessons in two third-grade classrooms to analyze the mathematical classroom discourse when using tutorial instructional software. A chi-square test for independence revealed statistically significant correlations between teachers use of the focusing and revoicing talk moves and student discourse levels of generalization and justification. The qualitative analysis found two major themes: (1) responsive teaching with technology, and (2) using digital representations to question students. From this analysis, the Facilitating Mathematical Discourse with Technology framework emerges connecting three key elements of instruction with technology: the students, the teacher, and the instructional software. The relationships among these elements illustrate the classroom interactions when using technology to enhance classroom mathematical discourse.
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Grade 3, Elementary School Mathematics, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Computer Software, Technology Uses in Education, Correlation, Mathematical Concepts, Concept Formation, Teaching Methods, Interaction, Educational Technology, Manipulative Materials, Computer Simulation, Group Discussion, Questioning Techniques
Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association. Web site: http://www.nrmera.org/educational-research-theory-practice/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Elementary Education; Grade 3; Primary Education
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Language: English
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