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Mathematics Apps under the Magnifying Glass -- An Analysis of the Inventory of Math Apps for Primary Schools Using German-Language Apps as a Case Study
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Daniel Walter; Ulrich Schwätzer – Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 2025
The usage of digital media, especially tablet apps, is currently a major concern in educational settings. A controversial discussion is also taking place in relation to mathematics education at primary schools. While on the one hand there are empirical findings on helpful isolated examples and related subject-didactic potentials of digital media,…
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Computer Uses in Education, Computer Oriented Programs, Tablet Computers
Affordance Access Matters: Preschool Children's Learning Progressions While Interacting with Touch-Screen Mathematics Apps
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Bullock, Emma P.; Shumway, Jessica F.; Watts, Christina M.; Moyer-Packenham, Patricia S. – Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 2017
The purpose of this study was to contribute to the research on mathematics app use by very young children, and specifically mathematics apps for touch-screen mobile devices that contain virtual manipulatives. The study used a convergent parallel mixed methods design, in which quantitative and qualitative data were collected in parallel, analyzed…
Descriptors: Preschool Children, Manipulative Materials, Mathematics Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
The Complexity of the Affordance-Ability Relationship When Second-Grade Children Interact with Mathematics Virtual Manipulative Apps
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Tucker, Stephen I.; Moyer-Packenham, Patricia S.; Westenskow, Arla; Jordan, Kerry E. – Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 2016
The purpose of this study was to explore relationships between app affordances and user abilities in second graders' interactions with mathematics virtual manipulative touchscreen tablet apps. The research questions focused on varying manifestations of affordance-ability relationships during children's interactions with mathematics virtual…
Descriptors: Manipulative Materials, Grade 2, Elementary School Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction
Learning Number with Touchcounts: The Role of Emotions and the Body in Mathematical Communication
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Sinclair, Nathalie; Heyd-Metzuyanim, Einat – Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 2014
In this paper we describe a touchscreen application called "TouchCounts," which is designed to support the development of number sense in the early years. We first provide an a priori analysis of its affordances. Then, using Sfard's communicational approach, augmented by a focus both on the role of the body--particularly the fingers…
Descriptors: Preschool Children, Mathematical Concepts, Females, Computer Oriented Programs