Författare: Mirela Vinerean
Institution/enhet: Institutionen för matematik och datavetenskap
Ämne: Matematik
INSPELAD PRESENTATION
https://kauplay.kau.se/media/t/0_xn8rpxln
ABSTRACT
In the talk, we plan to present the development of a first-year engineering mathematics course. It is well established that the transition from secondary school mathematics to university mathematics is challenging for many students. To tackle this ‘transition problem’, we have introduced various digital learning spaces. Initially, we introduced flipped-classroom, a self-evaluation tool and computer-based interactive activities where students work collaboratively investigating and exploring mathematical relationships. Currently, we have initiated a design-based research project to examine how the combined use of computer-aided assessment (CAA) systems and dynamic mathematics software (DMS) environments – both already widely used on their own – can support the development and assessment of higher-order mathematical skills by automating provision of appropriate feedback to students.
In autumn 2020, we conducted a pilot study involving 256 first year engineering students taking a first course in calculus. As part of the course assignment, the students were asked to perform two computer-based mandatory small group activities designed for a DMS environment (in this case GeoGebra) embedded in a CAA system (in this case Möbius). At the conference, we will share practical experiences from this pilot as well as experiences from the course development process involving the use of various learning spaces.