College Life

Chapter 11

Chapter 11

S1.1
The online format could help students interest and enjoy learning mathematic rather than just finish it to get it over with as soon as possible. If either Alfred or Li decide to use the computer format, they both could save a lot of time and money in help the student learn. They do not have to spend any money to buy or even bake the cookies themselves. They could also save time to go get the cookie or the ingredient in case they want to make it themselves. They could help the student concentrate on study mathematic more instead of focus on the lesson because of the cookies. This process is better if done in group because kids can enjoy each other company and do not want to be alone. They could learn to share and help each other in the learning process. They could also entertain each other while learning and make it more exciting to learn. After Alfred and Li implement the strategy of how to go about to introduce the software to their students, they could compare the results with the old one without the software. They could ask students for their opinion about the program or whether they like to learn without it. They could also use quiz to test the student comprehension of the lesson and compare that to the previous experiment they have with students.

S2.1
The project could help students to relate mathematical with science and make them interest at the same time. The software helps them calculate the average temperature, mean, mode, and median with a shorter period of time. Students only need to know where to input data and which formula to use then they are good to go. The software saves both students and teachers a lot of time. This project motivates students to learn more and also integrate technology while they learning. The computer base program and Internet assist students locate and find information faster. It also does the calculation for them. Before students get to do the assignment with this software, teachers should make sure that the software is in good condition and run well. The website and others necessary information should be valid and legitimate. Teachers should make sure that there are enough computers for students to work on. They should have at least four or five computers in the classroom. Teachers and students could also communicate through email or web-log while doing the project.

P1.1Arial should allow students to use “Supporting low-level calculation in high level learning”. It requires a lot of time if students have to use calculator and input all the data in the calculator each time they need an answer. Students can use spreadsheet or statistical analysis program to assist them with the calculation. They can input all data that are needed into the program and then use the formula to find the answer in the program instead of punching in every number. Unfortunately, this could be better if students are working in group. Each member could have different task assigned to him or her. Each of them could do their part individually and combine everyone work together after certain amount of time. Students can learn to work in group and learn to cooperate by doing group project. They learn to share and to think together as a team. They could also save a lot of time doing group project rather than individual.

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