e-Pedagogium 2009, 9(1):52-61

Computer software as a help provider to students unsuccessful in mathematics

Bohumil Novák, Michal Novák
RNDr. Michal Novák, Ph.D., Faculty of Electrical Engineering, and Communication, Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic, e-mail: novakm@feec.vutbr.cz

We believe that computers can be used to increase the level of success only among such university students who had acquired necessary mathematical skills, basic computer skills and skills relevant to the respective software, and whose level of English is appropriate. In the contribution we give an example of solving a task common in the basic course of mathematical analysis by means of Maple and outline problems, which occur in this respect.

Keywords: Prospective teachers' mathematical training, study failure, help-seeking, computer, Maple

Published: February 1, 2009  Show citation

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Novák, B., & Novák, M. (2009). Computer software as a help provider to students unsuccessful in mathematics. e-Pedagogium, 9(1), 52-61
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