Educational Applications That Address Math Concepts, Skills and Problem Solving

In the previous post I discussed different types of math applications that help assist students with visual and motor control difficulties. Now I will be showing some applications that help math fluency and skill development. The students will be able to learn new skills and problem solving techniques. One concept that is very beneficial to elementary students is virtual manipulatives. This allows the students to have hands on assessment during their learning. They can move different unit blocks to help assist their learning and understanding. This is helps the students to be engaged and interested in developing their skills. The students will have a better understanding of place value and how to regroup. They will enjoy learning the new skills. As an elementary teacher I use manipulatives all the time to help the students learn. This is a great way to have the students learn and be hands on. In addition, using this website can be great if you do not have enough manipulatives for each student in the classroom and they can work at their own pace.

Source:Dell, A., Newton, D., & Petroff, J. (2012). Assistive Technology in the Classroom. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.