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A Review on the Use of Gizmos in the Teaching and Learning of Integers
Nur Fatin Haji Ismail, Masitah Shahrill

Last modified: 2021-10-09

Abstract


The Gizmos software is considered a virtual manipulative for the teaching and learning mathematics and science concepts. This software is easily available on the Internet from the ‘ExploreLearning.com’ website and easily accessible using computer and mobile devices. Gizmos provides interactive online simulation that allows students to visualise and experiments with mathematics concept through inquiry and exploration. Students can use Gizmos to interact with hundreds of mathematics topic which includes the study of arithmetic especially integers. The visualisation in Gizmos enable students to directly manipulate the integer chips by dragging them on the model area. The use of Gizmos in learning Mathematics has been validated in the literature as a highly effective way to build conceptual understanding. However, the use of Gizmos in Brunei lessons, both primary and secondary levels are rarely used and so far, there was only one study looking at the effectiveness of Gizmos in the learning of integers. Therefore, the aims of this presentation are to review previous relevant literature about the use of Gizmos in the teaching of integers, the impact of utilising this software on students’ performance as well as to identify the gaps in the literature.


Keywords


Virtual Manipulative; Gizmos software; Integers; Secondary Mathematics