Invention:
Inventors at the University of Arizona have developed an application that delivers lessons on mathematical concepts to students enrolled in a real analysis mathematics course. The application includes lesson overviews, graphs that can be manipulated by users, and true/false questions to reinforce learning experiences. The app can be updated and refined to incorporate the feedback of the students.
Background:
With the use of smartphones becoming ubiquitous, there is a need to leverage these devices as a platform to provide learning experiences for students. In addition, over 6.7 million students were enrolled in post-secondary online courses in 2014. Designed as a companion to Real Analysis of One Variable (MATH 425A/525A), a course offered at the University of Arizona, this app works as an aid in teaching upper division math courses.
Applications:
- E-learning
- Textbook companion app
Advantages:
- Students enrolling in online learning can use the app to learn at their own pace and on their own time
- Potential to limit the number of students who require specialized instruction from a teacher
- Improves students' learning experiences
- Allows students to easily access course materials at any place or time
- Capable of running on Apple devices running iOS, Android devices, and computers running Microsoft Windows or OSX
- Easy to updateable and expandable
- New lessons can be designed and pushed out to students quickly via automatic updates
