Using assessment for learning mathematics with mobile tablet based solutions
Original version
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), 29. doi: 10.3991/ijet.v9i2.3219 10.3991/ijet.v9i2.3219Abstract
This article discusses assessment for learning in
mathematics subjects. Teachers of large classes face the
challenge of regularly assessing students’ 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 students’ mathematics
work, i.e. assessing fellow students’ 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.
Description
Published version of an article in the journal: International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET). Also available from the publisher: http://dx.doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v9i2.3219