Perceptual and Adaptive Learning Technologies: Developing Products to Improve Algebra Learning

Product Video Demonstration: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLmECL2mcy8

Products: The final product will be an integrated series of five web-based learning modules to accelerate, enhance, and consolidate the learning of algebra, as well as to provide rich, continuous and convenient monitoring and assessment information for teachers. The modules will focus on middle school topics such as fluency in manipulating algebraic expressions and equations, pattern recognition, mapping across multiple representations of function, and linear forms and relations. A comprehensive adaptive module will also be built to assess competence and tailor review individually in preparation for end-of-year standardized testing. The teacher component will include an easy-to-use handbook introducing each module, suggesting best placement of modules within the curriculum, and describing ways of introducing students to these activities and monitoring their progress. It will also provide a useful overview of perceptual and adaptive learning principles.