Use of Virtual Tools for Teaching and Learning Mathematics

Abstract

Mathematics is a subject of abstraction. It deals with concepts that require abstract thinking, visualization and spatial thinking skills. Mathematics requires traditional approach in teaching to a great extent but virtual means of transferring knowledge can make learning more meaningful. Concepts like that of geometry, transformations, relations etc can be dealt in an improved manner with virtual tools. Virtual environment creates a learning situation that is otherwise not possible for the teacher to create in the classroom. The simulations and transformation is not possible with limited tools of the classroom. Hence virtual environment is required to teach efficiently. In this research paper, research will explore various tools and technologies available to teach mathematics at school level. These virtual tools make impossible for the learners to visual the concept easily. Researcher has identified few tools, apps and technologies useful in teaching Mathematics effectively. A critical analysis of these web tools is also done by the researcher.