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http://dx.doi.org/10.7468/jksmed.2012.16.1.001

Development of Covariational Reasoning in a LOGO-Based JavaMAL Microworld  

Cho, Han-Hyuk (Department of Mathematics Education, Seoul National University)
Shin, Dong-Jo (Department of Mathematics Education, Seoul National University)
Woo, Ahn-Sung (Department of Mathematics Education, Seoul National University)
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Research in Mathematical Education / v.16, no.1, 2012 , pp. 1-13 More about this Journal
Abstract
This paper explores gifted students' reasoning abilities. Three tests were developed in order to assess and analyze their reasoning abilities building on previous research on covariational reasoning. Giving consideration to the arising problems in the tests, we constructed a LOGO-based JavaMAL microworld environment which engages students in an active learning environment. This environment was designed by applying 'instrumental approach' in microworld. Based upon the post test results, the role of activity in microworld environment as 'instrument mediated activity' is also discussed.
Keywords
JavaMAL microworld; covariational reasoning; instrument mediated activity; artifact; sign;
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