Decentralized Simulation Phenomena to Foster Mathematical Thinking Development in the Classroom
Date
2016-05
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University of Calgary
Abstract
This contribution aims to communicate an experience about some observations of
how high school teachers discussed mathematical notions by using the NetLogo
Software. These subjects followed a modified Slime Molds model’s parameters and
foster a discussion about notions, concepts and topics that intrinsically appear in
the dynamics, and promote a way of mathematical thinking. Participants also
achieved their prior mathematical knowledge and its evolution. These
decentralized dynamics can be found in a wide range of phenomena, such as
epidemic spread, public transport processes, ecological interactions, and
economical interchanges.
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Keywords
Decentralized, NetLogo, Mathematical Thinking
Citation
Hernández Zavaleta, J.E., Carrión Velázquez, V., & Carreón Vázquez, G. (2016, May). Decentralized Simulation Phenomena to Foster Mathematical Thinking Development in the Classroom. In M. Takeuchi, A.P. Preciado Babb, & J. Lock. IDEAS 2016: Designing for Innovation Selected Proceedings. Paper presented at IDEAS 2016: Designing for Innovation, Calgary, Canada (pg 171-181). Calgary, Canada: Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary.