M.Ed. Semester IV Course
Math Ed. 548: ICT in Mathematics Education
A graduate course providing advanced skills in mathematical software integration — LaTeX, GeoGebra, and Mathematica/MATLAB
Course Description
This course is designed to provide wider knowledge and skills on the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Mathematics Education. It comprises a range of skills varying from basic literacy to handling mathematical software, explicitly LaTeX, GeoGebra and Mathematica/Maple/MATLAB while teaching various mathematics courses at tertiary and graduate levels.
The course is divided in five major units. It starts with basic digital literacy and then introduces cloud storage applications (apps). Then the course introduces a theoretical and practical understanding of LaTeX interface. Finally, the course focuses on developing software-integrated teaching skills to edify mathematical concepts using GeoGebra and Mathematica/Maple/MATLAB.
General Objectives
- 1 Apply and work with basic digital literacy skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- 2 Utilize web technology and cloud computing platforms as communication and collaboration tools.
- 3 Produce professional mathematical documents, term papers, and articles in a LaTeX environment.
- 4 Prepare interactive teaching aids and instructional methods using 2D and 3D GeoGebra models.
- 5 Demonstrate instructional computing resources using scientific software like Mathematica, Maple, or MATLAB.
Syllabus Breakdown
Click on any unit to view its learning outcomes, topics, and resources.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply features of word processing to design a term paper, proposal, and thesis report.
- Apply Spreadsheets for basic mathematical computing and graphing.
- Apply PowerPoint for presentations.
Learning Content
- Text Formatting, sections, and page breaks.
- Level of headings, captions, TOC, and references.
- Track changes and commenting.
- Working with spreadsheets (basic operations & graphs).
- Working with PowerPoint Presentation structures.
Learning Resources
Learning Outcomes
- Use text and media related tools to design text, graphics, and media related files.
- Store/share digital files in web applications.
- Develop collaboration and communication skills using web applications.
Learning Content
- Email features and Blog creation.
- Cloud Storage tools (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox).
- Web communication and collaboration tools (Zoom, MS Teams, Google Workspace).
Learning Outcomes
- To use LaTeX to prepare term paper, proposal, and thesis report.
- To use LaTeX to develop mathematics related documents.
Learning Content
- Document structure in LaTeX (preamble, body).
- Packages in LaTeX (amsmath, graphicx, hyperref).
- Typing and developing math text (equations, symbols, alignments).
- Adding pictures, tables, and arrays.
- Formatting thesis reports and layout controls.
- Generating table of content of report.
- Citation, Bibliography, and Reference styles in LaTeX.
Learning Outcomes
- To use GeoGebra to develop Geometry, Algebra, Spreadsheet, CAS, and Probability related work.
- To develop GeoGebra based teaching models for school-related 3D figures.
Learning Content
- Basics of 2D mathematics: Point, line, equation, function, inequalities, Polygon, Circle.
- Basics of 3D mathematics: Prism, Pyramid, Cone, Cube, spheres.
Learning Outcomes
- To use high-level numerical language to develop mathematics specific teaching resources on:
- 2D and 3D Graphics
- Algebra and Trigonometry
- Geometry
- Calculus (Differential and Integral)
- Probability and Statistics
Learning Content
- Use of Mathematica/Maple/MATLAB to develop and solve problems related to:
- 2D and 3D Graphics plotting
- Algebra and Trigonometry computations
- Geometry and coordinate analysis
- Calculus (Limits, derivatives, integrations)
- Probability and Statistics modeling
Instructional Techniques
The course is taught using a blend of concept lectures, software demonstrations, dynamic visualizations, and hands-on laboratory work.
Lecture cum Demonstration
Detailed concept introduction and interface walkthroughs.
Visualization
Dynamic graph plotting and 3D geometric manipulations.
Lab Work
Individual computer practice and document preparation sessions.
Group Work
Collaborative mathematical problem-solving and applet creations.
Case Study
Analysis of real-world classroom technology integration models.
Project Work
End-of-course individual software resource building project.
Evaluation Scheme
The course is evaluated out of 100 marks (40 internal, 60 external), splitting assessments between theoretical written tests and practical laboratory performance.
Theory Component (15 Marks / 40%)
| Attendance | 2 Marks |
| Participation in learning activities | 3 Marks |
| First assessment (assignment/practical work) | 10 Marks |
| Theory Subtotal | 15 Marks |
Practical Component (25 Marks / 60%)
| Attendance | 2 Marks |
| Participation in learning activities | 3 Marks |
| Assessment (based on practical work) | 10 Marks |
| Practical work / log files | 10 Marks |
| Practical Subtotal | 25 Marks |
Written Examination (20 Marks / 40%)
| Multiple Choice Questions (5 questions) | 5 Marks |
| Short Answer Questions (3 items with one OR question) | 15 Marks |
| Written Subtotal | 20 Marks |
Practical Examination (40 Marks / 60%)
| Lab work (practical examination performance) | 30 Marks |
| Viva-voce examination | 10 Marks |
| Practical Subtotal | 40 Marks |
Exam Practice Zone
Test your conceptual understanding and explore key exam questions using our dynamic question bank widgets.
Generates 2 random questions from each of the 5 course units.
Click Start MCQ Quiz to load 10 questions dynamically from the question bank.
Loads 1 theoretical question from each of the 5 syllabus units.
Click New Question Set to load five random subjective questions with hints.
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