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Online Discovery/Constructivistic Learning Using Cognitive Tools in Mathematics’ Higher Education

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  • Konstantinos Korres

    (Department of Education of ASPETE and a Mathematics’ teacher at the 2nd Lyceum of Kaisariani, Greece)

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This paper analyzes online discovery learning/ constructivistic approach using cognitive tools in higher Mathematics’ education, via a combination of electronic worksheets designed and implemented in Mathematica and online synchronous communication via the tools of a Learning Management System (LMS) and voice and video group calls. Moreover, the paper presents empirical research results of a case study concerning the approach’s application at the Department of Statistics and Insurance Sciences of the University of Piraeus and focuses on students’ attitudes towards the approach. We used a mixed approach in the study, in particular a quantitative approach with open-ended questions. A questionnaire was handed out and was answered by the students that participated. We performed statistical analysis via SPSS to data obtained by questions with binary answers and answers on a 7-point Likert scale. Also we included several open-ended questions, in order for the students to express their views and attitudes towards the benefits and the disadvantages of the tools and the approach used.

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  • Konstantinos Korres, 2020. "Online Discovery/Constructivistic Learning Using Cognitive Tools in Mathematics’ Higher Education," European Journal of Engineering and Technology Research, European Open Science, pages 26-32, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:ejeng0:y:2020:id:61796
    DOI: 10.24018/ejeng.2020.0.CIE.1796
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