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Using Dynamic Software in Mathematics: The Case of Reflection Symmetry
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IJMEST Volume 45, Number 7, ISSN 0020-739X

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This study was carried out to examine the effects of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) using dynamic software on the achievement of students in mathematics in the topic of reflection symmetry. The study also aimed to ascertain the pre-service mathematics teachers' opinions on the use of CAI in mathematics lessons. In the study, a mixed research method was used. The study group of this research consists of 30 pre-service mathematics teachers. The data collection tools used include a reflection knowledge test, a survey and observations. Based on the analysis of the data obtained from the study, the use of CAI had a positive effect on achievement in the topic of reflection symmetry of the pre-service mathematics teachers. The pre-service mathematics teachers were found to largely consider that a mathematics education which is carried out utilizing CAI will be more beneficial in terms of "visualization", "saving of time" and "increasing interest/attention in the lesson". In addition, it was found that the vast majority of them considered using computers in their teaching on the condition that the learning environment in which they would be operating has the appropriate technological equipment.

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Tatar, E., Akkaya, A. & Kagizmanli, T.B. (2014). Using Dynamic Software in Mathematics: The Case of Reflection Symmetry. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 45(7), 980-995. Retrieved August 7, 2024 from .

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