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Technology, Mathematics And The Flourishing Of The Elementary Student, Judy De Waal
Technology, Mathematics And The Flourishing Of The Elementary Student, Judy De Waal
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This action research study investigated the effects of using technology as part of the instruction and implementation in a primary mathematics classroom, determining if such technology would make a difference in increased student performance. The participants were 71 first grade students, 32 making up the control group, and 39 involved in the experimental group. The experimental group spent 40 minutes per week using a technology-based platform as part of their math instruction. They also had access to this technology outside of school. All students were given a pre- and post-test to determine growth in their learning. The results of this …