This document discusses using technology in the math classroom and identifies some key tools. It outlines advantages like motivating students and helping them conceptualize topics, as well as disadvantages such as costs and need for upgrades. Specific technologies highlighted include Geometer's Sketchpad, Brainpop.com, and TI Navigator. Geometer's Sketchpad allows students to construct and manipulate geometric figures. Brainpop.com is an interactive website containing math and other educational resources. TI Navigator links graphing calculators to allow teachers to view student progress and provide feedback.

1. Technology in the math classroom

2. AdvantagesMotivates studentsHelps students conceptualize topicsUtilizing technology is now part of state educational standardsTo differentiate instruction and appeal to multiple learning stylesBuilds self-confidence

3. DisadvantagesCan be costlyChanges rapidly so constant upgrading and professional development to learn new programs is essentialPlagiarismAccess to resources for all students

4. Technology to use in mathGeometer’s SketchpadBrainpop.comTI Navigator

5. Geometer’s SketchpadUser friendlyAllows students to construct, measure, and manipulate figuresHelps students conceptualize mathematics concepts

6. Sample Activity using Geometer’s SketchpadVideo of Geometer's Sketchpad Lesson

7. Brainpop.comInteractive web-siteContains resources for math, science, social studies, English, arts and music, health, and technologyUtilizes state education standardsProvides tutorials, practice, and graphic organizers, resources for educators, and more

8. TI NavigatorAllows teachers to link up with students’ graphing calculators to view progress instantly and provide immediate feedback to studentsAllows students to graph and manipulate functionsStudents can conceptualize the topic and are actively engaged in the lesson

9. How to set up a class to utilize ti NavigatorVideo on setting up TI Navigator

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