Experiences of middle school mathematics teachers in Korea with materials involving calculator and microcomputer activities: Three case studies

The purpose of this study was to explore Korean teachers' perspectives and attitudes when they were given the opportunity to use technologically based elements in their classes and labs. The study investigated three selected teachers' reactions to using calculators and microcomputers as instructional aids in their ninth grade math classes. The teachers were given an experimental module covering quadratic and cubic functions and their graphs (including maximum and minimum values and roots), with classroom activities to be complemented by computer lab activities. The methodology used was a case study approach. Data consisted of audiotaped and videotaped lectures and lab periods, as well as audiotaped informal discussions with the teachers after class and pre- and post-interviews. Classes and labs were observed during approximately two months in the fall of 1990. Analysis focused on the total reactions of each teacher, and on possible implications of what was seen in these teachers for future implementation.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Education

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2011

Author dc:creator

• Hwang, Hye Jeang

Contributors dc:contributor

• Travers, Kenneth J.

• Education, Mathematics
• Education, Secondary
• Education, Technology of

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright 1991 Hwang, Hye Jeang

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

AAI9210845
(UMI)AAI9210845

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/21900