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Geogebra as a Conceptual Tool for Modeling Real World Problems

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This chapter argues for a future-oriented approach to mathematical problem solving, one that draws on the investigation of real world modeling activities with the aid of GeoGebra, a conceptual tool that integrates dynamic geometry, algebra, and spreadsheet features. We give consideration to the?odels and?odeling Perspective (MMP) as a means for introducing modeling activities, and we address how GeoGebra enriches students’ exploration and understanding when solving such problems.

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  1. School of Engineering and Technology, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus

    Nicholas G. Mousoulides

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  1. Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, USA

    Lingguo Bu

  2. Florida State University, Tallahassee, USA

    Robert Schoen

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Mousoulides, N.G. (2011). Geogebra as a Conceptual Tool for Modeling Real World Problems. In: Bu, L., Schoen, R. (eds) Model-Centered Learning. Modeling and Simulations for Learning and Instruction, vol 6. SensePublishers. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6091-618-2_8

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