Prospective Mathematics Teachers' Interactions with CAS-Based Textbook Elements

Jon D. Davis

International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education Vol. 22, No. 3 (2015) pp. 107–113

This study investigated how a group of 10 prospective secondary mathematics teachers (PST) read, evaluated, and adapted a textbook lesson involving the symbolic manipulation capabilities of computer algebra systems (CASS). PST read the entire lesson ...

An Unexpected Influence on a Quadratic

Jon D. Davis

Mathematics Teacher Vol. 107, No. 3 (October 2013) pp. 212–218

Using technology to explore the coefficients of a quadratic equation can lead to an unexpected result. This article describes an investigation that involves sliders and dynamically linked representations. It guides students to notice the effect that ...

Examining the Use of a Representational Toolkit in a U.S. Reform-Oriented Textbook

Jon D. Davis

International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education Vol. 18, No. 3 (2011) pp. 121–126

This study examined the instances of a representational toolkit (RT) in one reform-oriented algebra textbook developed in the United States. The majority of RT uses were active (66%) as opposed to passive and connected (63%) in that the technology...

An Analytical Framework for Categorizing the Use of CAS Symbolic Manipulation in Textbooks

Jon D. Davis; Nicole L. Fonger

Educational Studies in Mathematics Vol. 88, No. 2 (February 2015) pp. 239–258

The symbolic manipulation capabilities of computer algebra systems, which we refer to as CAS-S, are now becoming instantiated within secondary mathematics textbooks in the United States for the first time. While a number of research studies have...

Connecting Services to Students: New Technology and Implications for Student Affairs

Jon K. Coleman; Shay Davis Little; Ashley Lester

College Student Affairs Journal Vol. 25, No. 2 (2006) pp. 220–227

Technology is affecting how student affairs professionals work with students to deliver traditional programs and services. This article begins with an overview of the characteristics of current students and their experiences and comfort with...

Has State and Federal Support Changed Technology Infrastructure and Professional Development in Texas Public Schools?

Jon Denton; Trina Davis; Arlen Strader; Brooke Durbin; Li Wang

World Conference on Educational Media and Technology 2004 (2004) pp. 5242–5249

Nearly a decade ago, the Texas State Legislature enacted laws to accelerate the integration of technology into public education. Funding agencies have increased investment to build technology infrastructure in Texas. This study indicates that the...

Topics: Educational Technology, Professional Development

Middle school mathematics teachers’ orientations and noticing of features of mathematics curriculum materials

Amy Roth McDuffie; Jeffrey Choppin; Corey Drake; Jon Davis

International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 92, No. 1 (2018) pp. 173–187

We report findings on teachers’ noticing of features in the teacher resources of mathematics curriculum programs. Based on prior analysis, we selected teachers using one of two curriculum types: delivery mechanism or thinking device. The...

Language: English

Curriculum ergonomics: Conceptualizing the interactions between curriculum design and use

Jeffrey Choppin; Amy Roth McDuffie; Corey Drake; Jon Davis

International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 92, No. 1 (2018) pp. 75–85

We conceptualize curriculum ergonomics as a field that studies the interactions between users and curriculum materials. We identify five themes that a curriculum ergonomics lens brings into sharper focus: (1) teachers’ relationships with and...

Language: English

Instructional Supports for Representational Fluency in Solving Linear Equations with Computer Algebra Systems and Paper-and-Pencil

Nicole L. Fonger; Jon D. Davis; Mary Lou Rohwer

School Science and Mathematics Vol. 118, No. 1 (2018) pp. 30–42

This research addresses the issue of how to support students' representational fluency--the ability to create, move within, translate across, and derive meaning from external representations of mathematical ideas. The context of solving linear...

An Online Professional Development Model for Pre-service Teacher Education

Jon Denton; Trina Davis; Ben L. Smith; Lynn Beason; R. Arlen Strader

World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2005 (October 2005) pp. 617–624

Abstract: Accelerate Online/OPTIONS is a three component program for certifying secondary mathematics and science teachers in Texas. The Accelerate Online/OPTIONS program provides those possessing or pursuing science degrees with an online program...

Reasoning-and-proving in algebra: The case of two reform-oriented U.S. textbooks

Jon D. Davis; Dustin O. Smith; Abhik R. Roy; Yusuf K. Bilgic

International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 64, No. 1 (2014) pp. 92–106

This research study examined students’ opportunities to engage in reasoning-and-proving (RP) within exposition and task components of two U.S. reform-oriented secondary algebra textbooks. There were statistically significant differences between the...

Language: English

Net Generation College Students as Technology Mentors for Teacher Educators

Jon J. Denton; Trina J. Davis; Ben L. Smith; R. Arlen Strader; Francis E. Clark

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2005 (2005) pp. 3150–3154

This project extending over three years was based on the premise that a digital divide exists between the technology skill levels of teacher education faculty and K-12 classroom teachers compared to those of undergraduate students. The Technology...

Topics: Instructional Design, Integration, Educational Technology, Mentoring, Classrooms

In Search of a Successful Marketing Strategy for an Online

Jon Denton; Trina J. Davis; Ben L. Smith; Lynn Beason; Diane Graham

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2007 (Mar 26, 2007) pp. 3403–3407

This research examines tools for gathering marketing data on an online alternative secondary teacher certification program. Preliminary results affirm the value of internet marketing with a search engine using ad words and the beneficial time...

The Development and Implementation of an Online Professional Development Model for Pre-Service Teacher Education

Jon J. Denton; Trina J. Davis; Ben L Smith; Lynn Beason; R Arlen Strader

Annual Meeting of the Southwest Educational Research Association 2005 (Mar 07, 2005)

"Accelerate Online/OPTIONS" is a three component program for certifying secondary mathematics and science teachers in Texas. "Accelerate Online/OPTIONS" provides those possessing or pursuing science degrees with an online program of education that ...

Third year Evaluation of Accelerate Online/OPTIONS a Transition To Teach Program at Texas A&M University

Jon Denton; Trina J. Davis; Ben L. Smith; Lynn Beason; Diane Graham; R. Arlen Strader

World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2006 (October 2006) pp. 486–489

Abstract: Accelerate Online/OPTIONS is a three component program for certifying secondary mathematics and science teachers in Texas. The Accelerate Online/OPTIONS program provides those possessing or pursuing science degrees with an online program...

Topics: Teachers, Curriculum, Secondary Education

Teachers’ perceptions of the official curriculum: Problem solving and rigor

Jon D. Davis; Amy Roth McDuffie; Corey Drake; Amanda L. Seiwell

International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 93, No. 1 (2019) pp. 91–100

This contribution to curriculum ergonomics focuses on teachers’ perceptions of problem solving and rigor in the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, the curricular aims and objectives component of the official curriculum in the U.S. Our...

Language: English

Assessment Benchmarks for an Alternative Certification Program

Jon Denton; Trina Davis; Ben Smith; Lynn Beason; Diane Graham; Arlen Strader

Journal of the National Association for Alternative Certification Vol. 3, No. 2 (2008) pp. 28–41

The Accelerate Online/OPTIONS alternative certification program provides those possessing a degree an option leading to certification that can be completed in 18 months. The program consists of an online curriculum, an early field experience, and a...

Toward Practical Procedures for Predicting and Promoting Success in Virtual School Students

M D. Roblyer; Lloyd Davis; Steven C. Mills; Jon Marshall; Liz Pape

American Journal of Distance Education Vol. 22, No. 2 (April 2008) pp. 90–109

Two lines of research have emerged to study the causes and prevention of student failure in virtual (K-12) schools: studies of learner characteristics and studies of learning environment characteristics. To develop a useful model for predicting...

Examining Applicants for Admission and Completion of an Online Teacher Certification Program

Jon J. Denton; Trina J. Davis; Robert M. Capraro; Ben L Smith; Lynn Beason; B Diane Graham; R Arlen Strader

Educational Technology & Society Vol. 12, No. 1 (2009) pp. 214–229

The purpose of this research was to determine whether particular biographic and academic characteristics would predict whether an applicant would matriculate into and successfully complete an online secondary teacher certification program. Results...