Proven digital learning environments for modern mathematics teaching!Digital learning
environments for modern math class!How does the robot in Cornerstown reach its destination? How
must Linda the ladybug crawl to create a frieze pattern along her path? Within these four
learning environments your students engage deeply with plane shapes frieze patterns
coordinate systems networks and paths. Initially they explore these concepts using physical
materials and then switch to digital tools. The approach is simple and effective: the children
create basic programs experiment with them and observe the results of their individual
solutions. Through this process mathematical skills spatial imagination computational
thinking and logical reasoning are fostered. But which programmable materials are suitable for
primary school?The research team of the math.media.lab at Humboldt-Universität (Berlin) has
tested various digital materials specifically for use in primary school mathematics lessons.
The four learning environments presented here are carefully designed to work well with selected
robots and coding apps. However they can also be adapted to accommodate other programmable
materials. By embracing a technology-open approach you provide optimal support to your
students empowering them to progress steadily in their mathematical journey!
