Title :
On the Design and Use of a Cognitive Tutoring System in the Math Classroom
Author :
Casas, Ignacio ; Goodman, Paul S. ; Pelaez, Enrique
Author_Institution :
Pontificia Univ. Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
Abstract :
MCT-LAC - a Math Cognitive Tutor System - consists of a teaching-learning strategy based on "learning by doing", which is enhanced by the use of an interactive software tool that adapts itself to the student\´s interactions and responses. It is a system in the sense that includes both teaching-learning strategies and an interactive-adaptable technology. The strategy uses both an individual approach (in the computer lab) and a collaborative approach (in the classroom). The MCT-LAC software tools provide progress feedback to students and teachers, both in an individualized and a group format. As a side effect, the MCT-LAC system also serves as an excellent tool for teachers to re-enforce their math knowledge and associated teaching strategies. In this paper we describe the strategy and tools of the MCT-LAC system, the implementation of a pilot experience in several Latin American countries and some preliminary assessment results.
Keywords :
computer aided instruction; mathematics computing; software tools; teaching; cognitive tutoring system; interactive software tool; interactive-adaptable technology; learning-by-doing strategy; math classroom; math cognitive tutor system; math teaching strategy; teaching-learning strategy; Computers; Educational institutions; Materials; Mathematics; Software; Training; Technology enhanced learning (TEL); cognitive tutors; computer aided instruction; educational technology; instructional design; learn by doing;
Conference_Titel :
Technology for Education (T4E), 2011 IEEE International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4577-1521-1
Electronic_ISBN :
978-0-7695-4534-9
DOI :
10.1109/T4E.2011.10