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Stamford Adult Education: Resource Review: ModuMath*
Teacher:
Joe Brunner, Stamford Adult Education - GED Preparation
Type of Resource:
Software, Basic to Pre-Algebra Mathematics
Description:
This is an audio-visual approach to teaching
specific elements of middle and high school math. The teacher
and the student decide which specific skill requires instruction.
It could involve the division of fractions, the use of angles
in geometry or the correct use of signed numbers. Each lesson
is on its own CD and allows a student to work at his or her own
pace.
How the resource was used in class:
ModuMath is currently being used for individualized
instruction. I am taking a course this summer to learn how to
incorporate the program into a class lesson using a laptop computer
and a SMARTBoard.
The things I like most about the resource
are as follows:
The teacher and the students both appreciate
the clear and concise method of instruction as well as the examples
and practice items. Any element of the lesson can be reviewed
as often as needed.
Student response was extremely positive.
Limitations and suggestions to overcome
shortcomings:
The key to success is the amount of practice
that helps develop a particular skill. Those students to whom
the skill is first introduced must review the skill aggressively
in order to retain the learning. It is ideal as a review for those
students who were exposed to the skills through previous instruction.
An accompanying text with additional problems
might be useful.
Comments:
This is a terrific program.
*from Technology Implementation —
End-of-Year Report as of June
30, 2003, compiled
by Roslyn Nesin, Director
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