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Publication Date: 2020-May
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Let's Hit the Target!
Azita, Manouchehri; Ayse, Ozturk; Azin, Sanjari
Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12, v113 n5 p368-374 May 2020
In this article we illustrate how one teacher used PhET cannonball simulation as an instructional tool to improve students' algebraic reasoning in a fifth grade classroom. Three instructional phases effective to implementation of simulation included: Free play, Structured inquiry and, Synthesizing ideas.
Descriptors: Algebra, Logical Thinking, Grade 5, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Computer Simulation, Play, Inquiry, Synthesis, Teaching Methods
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education; Grade 5; Intermediate Grades; Middle Schools
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Language: English
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