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- MatActiva - divulgação de experiências de inovação didática em matemática com recurso às tecnologiasPublication . Paula Lopes, Ana; Abreu, Anabela; Torres, Cristina; Soares, Filomena Baptista; Vieira, Isabel; Babo, Lurdes; Moreira Silva, Manuel; Silva, Paulino; Pinto, SusanaO progresso contínuo da sociedade exige de todos os atores uma atualização dinâmica e constante, quer em termos de acompanhamento e, até mesmo, de adaptação. No que respeita à educação, por muito atualizados que estejamos em relação aos conteúdos, às estratégias didáticas e aos recursos tecnológicos, somos inevitavelmente forçados a nos adaptar a novos paradigmas, sendo levados a reformular os métodos de ensino tradicionais. Neste contexto, surge o contributo das plataformas de e-learning, onde docentes e estudantes têm à sua disposição novos meios de dinamizar o processo ensino e aprendizagem, uma vez que estas plataformas podem ser definidas como um ambiente virtual de apoio ao ensino. No ano 2003, o Instituto Superior de Contabilidade e Administração do Porto (ISCAP), integrado no Instituto Politécnico do Porto (IPP), introduziu a plataforma Moodle. Tendo como base toda a experiência de utilização desta plataforma, surgiu em 2007 um projeto online da área científica de Matemática, o MatActiva (www.matactiva.com), com o objetivo de apoiar os estudantes que apresentavam dificuldades nesta área. Procurou-se, no concurso Partilha e Divulgação de Experiências em Inovação Didática no Ensino Superior Português, não só a possibilidade de dar continuidade a este projeto bem como a divulgação do mesmo e dos resultados nele obtido.
- Multiple-choice tests: a tool in assessing knowledgePublication . Azevedo, Jose Manuel; Lopes, Ana Paula; babo, lurdes; Torres, CristinaThe purpose of this paper is to analyse if Multiple-Choice Tests may be considered an interesting alternative for assessing knowledge, particularly in the Mathematics area, as opposed to the traditional methods, such as open questions exams. In this sense we illustrate some opinions of the researchers in this area. Often the perception of the people about the construction of this kind of exams is that they are easy to create. But it is not true! Construct well written tests it’s a hard work and needs writing ability from the teachers. Our proposal is analyse the construction difficulties of multiple - choice tests as well some advantages and limitations of this type of tests. We also show the frequent critics and worries, since the beginning of this objective format usage. Finally in this context some examples of Multiple-Choice Items in the Mathematics area are given, and we illustrate as how we can take advantage and improve this kind of tests.
- Creating interactive learning materials to promote statistical skills in higher educationPublication . Paula Lopes, Ana; Baptista Soares, Filomena; Teles Oliveira, Cristina; Rodrigues, Ana Maria; Torres, Cristina; Lopes, CristinaNovas oportunidades de aprendizagem ao longo da vida, currículos alternativos no ensino pré-universitário e políticas bastante “abertas” de acesso ao Ensino Superior (ES) têm potenciado, nas últimas décadas, o problema da falta de homogeneização de saberes e competências dos alunos “calouros” em Instituições de Ensino Superior (IES). Este problema torna-se avassalador quando se trata de unidades curriculares básicas "construtivas", como a Matemática ou a Estatística, em licenciaturas não matemáticas, em áreas como a Administração, Contabilidade ou Gestão. Esta é uma “luta” diária que os docentes destas unidades curriculares enfrentam ao tentarem falar de disciplinas mais avançadas a um público muito heterogéneo, com diferenças significativas na formação matemática, promovendo a participação de todos os alunos e evitando o abandono precoce de alguns . Neste sentido, Neste artigo serão apresentadas algumas dessas estratégias, desenvolvidas no Politécnico do Porto (P.PORTO) e baseadas na criação e utilidade dos materiais interativos de ensino e aprendizagem. Sentiu-se a real necessidade de inovar no processo de ensino-aprendizagem e a procura de um bom software de apoio, que permitisse desenvolver todos os materiais e implementar interações reais, culminou com a escolha do iSpring Suite 9. Este software é um poderoso kit de ferramentas de eLearning para PowerPoint que permite desenvolver cursos, videoaulas e avaliações de qualidade que funcionarão em qualquer desktop, laptop e plataforma móvel. Portanto, o uso do iSpring Suite 9 será descrito...
- Data analysis and learning analytics for measure effects of gamification in a math online projectPublication . Lopes, Ana Paula; babo, lurdes; Azevedo, Jose Manuel; Torres, CristinaNowadays the use of the information and communication technologies (ICT) is more and more common in the learning and teaching process. Modern forms of education have risen and these require the implementation of new learning paradigms: situated cognition, student-centred learning, distributed cognition, constructivism, and communities of practice, among others. However there is an important problem that concerns educators, the lack of student motivation and engagement in education, especially in the e-learning environment (Online Education, Online Courses), where the motivation and the active role of students are definitely the key. Therefore, the interest of researchers in the subject of gamification, which main pillars are motivation, progressiveness and instant feedback, has increased. Furthermore, influence of gamification, depending on utilized components (challenge, curiosity, competion, recognition, etc) may have different effects on students. Thus, there is a need of deeper understanding of dependencies between engagement and implemented gamification elements. The goal of such analysis could be personalization of an e-learning system based on a model that enables management of gamification process individually for every student. The purpose of this paper is to investigate how gamification affects a Mathematics Online Course that is using this model as a pedagogical strategy. It relates such strategy with active learning practices and discusses its effectiveness, investigating how gamification can motivate students to participate more deeply and even to change their self-concept as learners. Moreover, the learning analytics and data analysis shows that implementation of the gamification components contributes to the engagement of students in an e-learning environment, having a positive impact on the final grade.
- Matemática activa - moodlePublication . Torres, Cristina; Babo, Lurdes; Azevedo, Jose Manuel; Lopes, Ana PaulaEsta sessão prática tem como objectivo explorar algumas funcionalidades da plataforma Moodle, familiarizar os formandos com a sua utilização, mostrando as suas potencialidades na elaboração de recursos educativos e a sua aplicação no processo de ensino/aprendizagem, incentivando a produção de materiais de apoio ao ensino da Matemática. Desta forma, os formandos poderão acrescentar à sua disciplina on-line uma nova dimensão de interactividade e promover uma participação mais activa dos alunos Sugere-se que os formandos tragam alguns testes de avaliação ou fichas de trabalho que já tenham realizado, de preferência em formato digital, para que a sessão seja mais produtiva.
- O projecto matactiva no ISCAPPublication . Torres, Cristina; Lopes, Ana Paula; Azevedo, Jose Manuel; babo, lurdesA partir do ano 2007/2008 todos os cursos do ISCAP foram adequados ao Processo de Bolonha, o que pressupõe várias mudanças a nível dos papéis do professor e do aluno, das metodologias e da avaliação. A carga horária semanal das disciplinas da Matemática foi bastante reduzida, por isso foi necessário desenvolver novas estratégias e metodologias de apoio ao aluno. Para complementar as aulas teóricas e práticas desenvolvemos um projecto com o nome MatActiva baseado na plataforma Moodle, disponibilizada pelo PAOL (Projecto de Apoio On-Line). O Moodle permite usar a linguagem TEX para criar materiais que utilizam símbolos matemáticos. Fazendo uso desta funcionalidade, criámos um conjunto de recursos interactivos de fácil utilização. No MatActiva os estudantes têm acesso a um conjunto diversificado de materiais: apontamentos teóricos que lhes fornecem, não só os pré-requisitos necessários para as disciplinas de matemática, mas também material de acompanhamento aos respectivos programas. Para isso, criaram-se vários recursos sendo os testes de escolha múltipla os mais procurados pelos alunos. Estes testes podem ser realizados e corrigidos on-line e para cada resposta errada existe um feedback de resolução. Como o ISCAP recebe alunos ERASMUS e estes frequentam a disciplina de Matemática, foi também desenvolvido material em inglês. Os principais objectivos do nosso projecto são motivar os alunos, encoraja-los a superar as suas dificuldades de uma forma autónoma, permitindo-lhes aumentar a sua autoconfiança e gosto pela aprendizagem da Matemática, assim como fomentar a comunicação professor-aluno e aluno-aluno.
- How two different level institutions can cooperate for the same purpose: to motivate students to learn mathematicsPublication . babo, lurdes; Azevedo, Jose Manuel; Torres, Cristina; Paula Lopes, Ana; Camilo, Alice; Melo, Fernando; Garcia, HelenaThe aim of this paper is to introduce an active method in math to foster problem solving and research skills in the context of linear systems. The implementation of our research was supported by a project funded by the Porto City Council with a partnership between an institution of higher education, the Institute of Accounting and Administration of Porto (ISCAP) and the Cerco of Porto, an Elementary and Secondary School. This school and the specific class were selected because some serious problems were identified by school teachers and managers, with regard to learning and motivation. The goal of this project was to promote students’ scientific culture, autonomy, and passion for learning. Particularly in mathematics, the project intended to introduce confidence in knowledge and skills acquisition. Our desire was to develop collaborative work around projects that support reflection and action, in order to improve learning outcomes and quality, with students-centered learning. In addition, we envisage promoting creativity in the elaboration of everyday problems that can be solved through systems of equations. Throughout this paper we present our research and the details about the more important self-active activities that were produced by students. Furthermore, a survey was developed and answered by students and parents/tutors to ascertain their opinion about the project. In general, the results were very positive, and gave good feedback that allows us to proceed with the project in the future, disseminating it to other classes.
- The impact of an online mathematics education project (MATACTIVA) on higher education studentsPublication . Lopes, Ana Paula; babo, lurdes; Torres, CristinaThe Online Mathematics Education Project (MatActiva) is an exciting new initiative which aims to support and enhance mathematics education. The project is led by the Institute of Accounting and Administration of Porto (ISCAP), part of the Polytechnic Institute of Porto (IPP). It provides innovative resources and carefully constructed materials around themes such as Elementary Mathematics, Calculus, Algebra, Statistics and Financial Mathematics to help support and inspire students and teachers of mathematics. The goal is to increase mathematical understanding, confidence and enjoyment, enrich the mathematical experience of each person, and promote creative and imaginative approaches to mathematics. Furthermore the project can be used to deliver engaging and effective mathematics instruction through the flipped classroom model. This paper also presents the findings of a large survey, whose propose was to study the student’s reaction to the project.
- Developing multiple - choice questions in mathematicsPublication . Torres, Cristina; Lopes, Ana Paula; Azevedo, Jose Manuel; babo, lurdesIn this paper we wish to illustrate different perspectives used to create Multiple-Choice questions and we will show how we can improve these in the construction of math tests. As it is known, web technologies have a great influence on student’s behaviour. Based on an on-line project beginning at 2007 which has been contributing to help students on their individual work, we would like to share our experience and thoughts with colleagues who have a common concern when they have the task of constructing Multiple-Choice tests. We feel that Multiple-Choice tests play an important and a very useful supporting role in selfevaluation or self-examination of our students. Nonetheless, good Multiple–Choice Test Items are generally more complex and time-consuming to create than other types of tests. It requires a certain amount of skill. However, this skill maybe increases through study, practice and experience. This paper discusses a number of issues related to the use of Multiple-Choice questions, lists the advantages and disadvantages of this question format contrasting it with open questions. Some examples are given in this context.
- Moodle and multiple-choice testsPublication . babo, lurdes; Azevedo, Jose Manuel; Torres, Cristina; Lopes, Ana PaulaMultiple-Choice items are used in many different kinds of tests in several areas of knowledge. They can be considered an interesting tool to the self-assessing or as an alternative or complementary instrument to the traditional methods for assessing knowledge. The objectivity and accuracy of the multiple-choice tests is an important reason to think about. They are especially useful when the number of students to evaluate is too large. Moodle (Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment) is an Open Source course management system centered around learners' needs and designed to support collaborative approaches to teaching and learning. Moodle offers to the users a rich interface, context-specific help buttons, and a wide variety of tools such as discussion forums, wikis, chat, surveys, quizzes, glossaries, journals, grade books and more, that allow them to learn and collaborate in a truly interactive space. Come together the interactivity of the Moodle platform and the objectivity of this kind of tests one can easily build manifold random tests. The proposal of this paper is to relate our journey in the construction of these tests and share our experience in the use of the Moodle platform to create, take advantage and improve the multiple-choices tests in the Mathematic area.