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Investigation into the Effects of Scientific Software on Learning
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@MISC{Cretchley_investigationinto,
author = {Patricia Cretchley and Chris Harman and Nerida Ellerton and Gerard Fogarty},
title = {Investigation into the Effects of Scientific Software on Learning},
year = {}
}
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Abstract
This paper describes an investigation into the effects on attitudes and on learning of introducing scientific software into the learning experience of a large and diverse first year lU1iversity mathematics class. Instruments were designed to capture students ' reactions over the semester to a set of tasks employing technology and to record attitudes and skills on entry and exit. Their attitudes to mathematics, to computers, and to the role of technology in the learning of mathematics are analysed and related to theil ' strategy for learning, achievement on the course, and other factors. The fil1dil1gs confirm the affective potential for this kil1d of technology. Implications for mathematics curriculum development are explored. Many educators believe that the effective use of technology has the potential to motivate and enliven the learning of mathematics, and that graduates should be equipped with the skills necessary to exploit available technology resources
