Using Assessment for Learning Mathematics with Mobile Tablet Based Solutions

Authors

  • Ghislain Maurice Norbert Isabwe University of Agder
  • Frank Reichert University of Agder
  • Martin Carlsen University of Agder
  • Thomas Andreè Lian University of Agder

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v9i2.3219

Keywords:

Mathematics assessment, mobile tablet technology, feedback for learning.

Abstract


This article discusses assessment for learning in mathematics subjects. Teachers of large classes face the challenge of regularly assessing studentsâ?? ongoing mathematical learning achievements. Taking the complexity of assessment and feedback for learning as a background, we have developed a new approach to the assessment for learning mathematics at university level. We devised mobile tablet technology supported assessment processes, and we carried out user studies in both Rwanda and Norway. Results of our study indicated that students found it fruitful to be involved in assessing other studentsâ?? mathematics work, i.e. assessing fellow studentsâ?? answers to mathematical tasks. By being involved in the assessment process, the students expected mathematical learning gains. Their providing and obtaining of feedback to/from their fellow students using technology supported tools were highly appreciated as regards their own mathematical learning process.

Author Biographies

Ghislain Maurice Norbert Isabwe, University of Agder

Researcher Agder Mobility Lab Information and Communication Technology Department University of Agder

Frank Reichert, University of Agder

Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Science Professor of Mobile Communications University of Agder

Martin Carlsen, University of Agder

Associate Professor Department of Mathematical Sciences

Thomas Andreè Lian, University of Agder

Master Student Department of Information and Communication Technology

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Published

2014-03-18

How to Cite

Isabwe, G. M. N., Reichert, F., Carlsen, M., & Lian, T. A. (2014). Using Assessment for Learning Mathematics with Mobile Tablet Based Solutions. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 9(2), pp. 29–36. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v9i2.3219

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