 Other Review (Not based on classroom experience)Reviewer: arhard, Jun 11 2008 03:08:21:720PM |
Review based on: I am enrolled in a class entitled Using Technology to teach math. |
Appropriate for: introduction to a concept, practice of skills and understandings |
Other Comments: This is a great way to practice those factor trees. I feel that it would be helpful to model how to do a factor tree using this game and then, allow the students to practice this while monitoring them. |
What math does one need to know to use the resource? How to factor a number (multiplication facts) |
What hardware expertise does one need to learn to use the resource? Basic keyboarding skills |
What extra things must be done to make it work? none |
How hard was it for you to learn? Very Easy |
Explanation: The instructions are clearly written on the screen. However, students tend to not read directions. A teacher should model the game and explain how to play before "turning the students lose". |
Ability to meet my goals: Very Effective |
Recommended for: Math 4: Number theory Math 5: Number theory |
 Student Review (Not based on classroom experience)Reviewer: AngieBrock, Nov 14 2005 04:09:00:593PM |
Review based on: I am a university student pursuing a Math Ed Degree. One of my classes uses the Math Tools DL. |
Appropriate for: introduction to a concept, practice of skills and understandings, applications of a concept or technique |
What math does one need to know to use the resource? factors |
What hardware expertise does one need to learn to use the resource? just basic computer skills |
How hard was it for you to learn? Very Easy |
Explanation: the applet was self explanatory. |
Ability to meet my goals: Effective |
Recommended for: Algebra: Factoring Polynomials |
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