![]() Learn about estimation through a virtual modelof a forest fire, search for patterns in the multiples of Pascal’s Triangle, or investigate the Mandelbrot Set. Interactivate – from Shodor, this ever-evolving collection of Java-based courseware has something for all math classes. Students can tap, drag and play with interactive sketches which come loaded with the app, or link to your iTunes store account and upload your own creations to share. Sketchpad Explorer – an old favorite, the Geometer’s Sketchpad, moves to the iPad with this free app, available through iTunes. The caretakers are working towards an iPad app. ![]() ![]() Works as a java applet, but can also be downloaded as a stand-alone program. GeoGebra – a simple tool for interactive geometry, constructions, and measurements, but can provide tables and graphs for algebra class as well. A free registration allows you to save your documents. This tool is ideal for class presentations. In the iTunes store, NCTM has also provided free apps geared towards elementary grades: Pick-a-Path, Okta’s Rescue, and Math Concentration.ĭesmos Online Calculator – a favorite of mine, a tool I have posted about before, and its care-takers continue to seek your feedback to make this graphing utility better! It has a fast, simple interface, and you can find maximums, minimums, and points of intersection with a single click. Sample lessons and how-to pages are included to get you started. NCTM has also added a new area of downloadable Common Core Math Tools, which require java to run. Factorize – explore numeric factors and their relationship to length and width.Fraction Models – sliders allow you to explore multiple representations for fractions, decimals and percents.If you want free options, GnuPlot, Graph, Desmos Geometry Calculator, and GeoGebra CAS Calculator are all great choices. Besides GeoGebra, there are more than 10 other great programs that can be used instead of The Geometer’s Sketchpad. Algebra Tiles – build, manipulate, and evaluate algebraic models GeoGebra is free, which makes it easy for teachers and kids to use and a useful tool for both.The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics continues to add applets useful for grades K-12 in its NCTM Illuminations resources area. So, what to use to get your students to experience mathematics, and move away from worksheet math? It’s time to get interactive with your math lessons. ![]() You have that new projector and touch board, or maybe you have new tablets for your students. I hope you can find a use for this great information in your classroom!ĭISCOVER AMAZING TECH TOOLS FOR MATH CLASS: The site is filled with lots of great, free, STEM resources for educators, including lesson ideas and archived webinars. Below is a post I wrote for the blog portion of the Siemen’s STEM Academy website. ![]()
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