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Smart in Mathematics? Exploring the Effects of In-Class-Level Differentiation Using SMARTboard on Math Proficiency

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Title: Smart in Mathematics? Exploring the Effects of In-Class-Level Differentiation Using SMARTboard on Math Proficiency
Language: English
Authors: Cabus, Sofie J., Haelermans, Carla, Franken, Sonja
Source: British Journal of Educational Technology. Jan 2017 48(1):145-161.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 17
Publication Date: 2017
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Grade 7
Junior High Schools
Middle Schools
Elementary Education
Secondary Education
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods, Bulletin Boards, Visual Aids, Educational Equipment, Educational Technology, Interactive Video, Mathematics Skills, Foreign Countries, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Technological Literacy, Information Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Grade 7, Control Groups, Experimental Groups
Geographic Terms: Netherlands
DOI: 10.1111/bjet.12350
ISSN: 0007-1013
Abstract: This paper explored the effects of in-class-level differentiation by making innovative use of an interactive whiteboard (SMARTboard) on math proficiency. Therefore, this paper evaluates the use of SMARTboard in class, in combination with teacher training, using a randomized field experiment among 199 pre-vocational students in seventh grade in the Netherlands. During 6 weeks, students in the intervention group participated in math classes in which the SMARTboard was used to apply level differentiation. The teachers of these classes received a specific training (Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge [TPACK]) in using the SMARTboard in class. Control classes were taught by teachers without the training, who did not use the SMARTboard in class. The results showed that level differentiation in class, which was possible because of the efficient use of the SMARTboard, significantly increased math proficiency with 0.25 points.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2017
Accession Number: EJ1126007
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This paper explored the effects of in-class-level differentiation by making innovative use of an interactive whiteboard (SMARTboard) on math proficiency. Therefore, this paper evaluates the use of SMARTboard in class, in combination with teacher training, using a randomized field experiment among 199 pre-vocational students in seventh grade in the Netherlands. During 6 weeks, students in the intervention group participated in math classes in which the SMARTboard was used to apply level differentiation. The teachers of these classes received a specific training (Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge [TPACK]) in using the SMARTboard in class. Control classes were taught by teachers without the training, who did not use the SMARTboard in class. The results showed that level differentiation in class, which was possible because of the efficient use of the SMARTboard, significantly increased math proficiency with 0.25 points.
ISSN:0007-1013
DOI:10.1111/bjet.12350