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Dynamic mathematics learning technologies support a model-centered approach to mathematics teaching and learning, which enhances students’ and teachers’ mathematical experience in the STEM disciplines toward mathematical understanding and aesthetic feelings. This chapter first reviews the theoretical foundation of model-centered learning and instruction and then elaborates a model-centered prospective on the teaching and learning of middle and high school mathematics, integrating emerging dynamic and interactive mathematical learning technologies (e.g., GeoGebra) and drawing illustrative cases from recent mathematics teacher development projects and classroom experiments. Specific mathematical topics are discussed to showcase the transformative nature of dynamic mathematics in supporting sense-making and enriching classroom discussions. Using mathematical modeling and didactical modeling as a primary theme, this chapter illustrates the generative power of emerging digital technologies in addressing new standards for mathematical practices. Modeling not only provides a pathway toward mathematical understanding and self-assessment, but also allows students to experience the aesthetic dimension of mathematical inquiry in the broad context of STEAM education.
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The authors would like to thank the anonymous reviewers and editors for their constructive comments and suggestions. The article makes references to findings of a project supported by the Illinois School Board of Education through an MSP Grant (#4963-80-30-039-5400-51). The analyses and views expressed in the article belong to the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the funding agency.
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Bu, L., Hohenwarter, M. (2015). Modeling for Dynamic Mathematics. In: Ge, X., Ifenthaler, D., Spector, J. (eds) Emerging Technologies for STEAM Education. Educational Communications and Technology: Issues and Innovations. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-02573-5_19
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