ERIC Number: EJ1057182
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 19
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Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities to Explore Linear Relationships Using Online Learning Objects
Beatty, Ruth; Bruce, Catherine D.
PNA, v7 n1 p21-39 2012
The study of linear relationships is foundational for mathematics teaching and learning. However, students' abilities to connect different representations of linear relationships have proven to be challenging. In response, a computer-based instructional sequence was designed to support students' understanding of the connections among representations. In this paper we report on the affordances of this dynamic mode of representation specifically for students with learning disabilities. We outline four results identified by teachers as they implemented the online lessons. [This document was originally published as Beatty, R., & Bruce, C. D. (2011). Supporting students with learning disabilities to explore linear relationships using online learning objects. In B. Ubuz (Ed.), "Proceedings of the 35th Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education" (Vol. 2, pp. 129-136). Ankara, Turkey: PME.]
Descriptors: Learning Disabilities, Electronic Learning, Mathematics Education, Algebra, Web Based Instruction, Mathematical Concepts, Thinking Skills, Mathematics Instruction, Pretests Posttests, Teaching Methods, Animation, Secondary School Mathematics, Middle School Students, Grade 7, Grade 8, Hypothesis Testing, Concept Formation, Rote Learning, Inclusion, Student Improvement, Self Esteem, Interviews, Focus Groups
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education; Middle Schools; Junior High Schools; Grade 7; Elementary Education; Grade 8
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Language: English
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