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| Title |
Preparing for the Online Competition “Mathematics with a Computer” |
| Hyperlink | http://course.cabinet.bg/?public/Preparing-for-Online-Competition-Mathematics-with-a-Computer |
| Objectives | To form knowledge and skills to prepare and organize learning activities in inquiry-based style by combining classical tools and ITC (dynamic geometry software constructions). |
| Description of material | The course uses developed virtual learning environments for math education and themes from past online competitions. The methodology is related to working with ready to use products, modifying them, finding solutions with specified accuracy, dipping in a research atmosphere, experiencing different approaches and interactive learning methods. Emphasis is also placed on participation in online competitions. The specialized mathematical software used is free. The materials were developed by Bulgarian Academy of Science in 2015. |
| Compliance to quality criteria | |
| Develops STEM competence. | Comply with criteria |
| Stimulates collaboration between teachers. | Criteria not present |
| Includes different phases of delivery (input, application in classroom setting and reflection). | Criteria not present |
| Is long-term. | Tends to comply with criteria |
| Is participant-tailored. | Criteria not present |
| Type of material | Training courses |
| PD target group (by subject) | Mathematics, Informatics, Information Technologies, Primary Teachers |
| PD target group (by education level) | Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary |
| Educational approaches | Inquiry-based learning, Technology enhanced teaching |
| Language(s) | English, Bulgarian |
| Diversity | Diversity of Subject Performance Level |
| Accessibility | After registration to STEM Learning platform |
| Comments (PD providers, teachers…) | – |
