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SUMMARY: Exploring the potential of a multi-touch classroom to develop ada
 ptive expertise in primary mathematics - Prof. Steve Higgins is Professor 
 of Education at Durham University
DTSTART:20120612T153000Z
DTEND:20120612T170000Z
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CONTACT:Araceli Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:\nProfessor Steve Higgins\, Durham University\n\nSynergyNet\, 
 one of the final round of TLRP-TEL projects\, is investigating the potenti
 al of large multi-touch surfaces in a lab classroom environment. One of th
 e recent investigations has been into the potential of the classroom for w
 ithin and between group collaborative learning\, facilitated by the digita
 l environment. NumberNet is an example of some exploratory software which 
 aims to support pupils in becoming more flexible and creative in their sol
 utions to an arithmetical challenge. \n\nSteve Higgins will present an ove
 rview of the SynergyNet project and a summary of the NumberNet investigati
 on which aimed to support the development of adaptive expertise with Year 
 6 pupils. Results from an experimental study of 86 students (44 using Numb
 erNet\, 42 using a paper-based traditional activity) indicated that all st
 udents increased in fluency after completing these activities\, while stud
 ents who used NumberNet also increased in flexibility and adaptivity. 
LOCATION:Faculty of Education\, 184 Hills Road\, Cambridge\, CB2 8PQ\, (Rm
  GS5\, Donald McIntyre Building)
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