Apps+for+math+teachers

Share apps that would benefit math teachers and their classes.

ShowMe app

Beginner level http://www.showme.com/sh/?h=fIP52R6

Intermediate

http://www.showme.com/sh/?h=QexTHe4

Lesson plan for using iPads in Math classes

Objectives: students will use ShowMe iPad app to demonstrate their understanding of a variety of topics taught in all levels of Math classes.

Materials: student iPads, teacher IPad, Apple TV, projector

Procedure: Instructor will have previously demonstrated ShowMe app to students.Students create their own ShowMe as a formative assessment of content learned in Math class.Examples: Beginner level - assign the student or students a problem to solve and have the student record the steps and voice to explain their steps. This can be used at any level of question, good for story problems so students can draw their thinking.Intermediate level - have the student take a picture of an example from the section. Have the student draw on picture and create a problem from the picture. Good for geometry and trig.Expert level - have the student create a section of video notes.Assessment - have students show or email their ShowMe's to the instructor. Each ShowMe will be assessed for accuracy in presenting the indicated prompt.