Key questions that should be considered when selecting
educational applications so students can meet their goals and objectives are as
followed.
First, “what is the intended outcome of the use of the
educational application? For example, is it meant to strengthen math skills in
problem solving or is it meant to build speed and accuracy with basic math
facts?” (Dell, Newton, & Petroff, 2012).
Second, “is the educational applications likely to fulfill its stated
purpose? For example, if the stated purpose of the activity is to build
problem-solving skills, does it provide the explanatory feedback needed to do
so or simply assess whether or not problems are solved correctly?” (Dell et al.,
2012). Third and finally, “can the
educational applications be used as an alternative to traditional classroom
activities to enhance students’ participation? For example, will students learn
as effectively using online math manipulatives [LB3]as they would using
traditional manipulatives?” (Dell et al., 2012).
With these three questions in mind, we, as educators, can
help students meet the goals and objectives that are set for them and they set
for themselves. By selecting the correct educational applications, students will be successful.
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