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Jump into Gizmos!Jump into Gizmos!
NCCE
Aaron Ingold, Western Regional Manager
ExploreLearning
Presentation OverviewPresentation Overview
• Research that validates GizmosResearch that validates Gizmos
• Gizmo DemonstrationsGizmo Demonstrations
• ExploreLearning.comExploreLearning.com
• Q & AQ & A
What is an What is an ExploreLearning Gizmo ?ExploreLearning Gizmo ?• An interactive online simulation
that makes key concepts in math and science easier to understand and fun to learn
• Build lasting knowledge through conceptual understanding
TM
Research Validates GizmosResearch Validates Gizmos
Instruction using computer-based simulations improves student achievement (Marzano, 1998)
MISTMMISTMMaine Impact Study for Technology in Mathematics
http://www2.edc.org/mistm/product/default.htmlhttp://www2.edc.org/mistm/product/default.html
www.explorelearning.com
Why Use Computer Simulations?Why Use Computer Simulations?• Experience and explore a broad range
of environments, objects, and phenomena
• Observe and manipulate normally inaccessible objects, variables, and processes
• Make Abstract topics more concrete
• Provide just-in-time instruction
• Advantage of catering to differences among learners
• Ownership of their own learning process