Manipulatives In Teaching

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This study will explore the use and learning theory of applying manipulatives in the Foundation Phase classrooms to teach mathematical concepts (Dahl 2011:1). The use of manipulatives in mathematics has become a passionate topic in the Foundation Phase (Storm 2009:1). The research topic is based on using manipulatives to assist mathematics in a Grade 3 classroom.
According to Dahl (2011:1) “Manipulatives are an instrument for teaching, however educators generally do not use them due to a lack of confidence on their productiveness to increase learning.
Linda Marshall stated the proverb (2008:1) “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember. I do and I understand”. The above mention proverb is been used in current times as it proves as a significance …show more content…
They are intelligent tools which provide learners with a visual representation of the internet (Comparing the use of Virtual Manipulatives and Physical Manipulatives in Equivalent Fractions Intervention Instruction 2016:1). Virtual manipulatives are computerize versions of physical manipulatives, however they last longer and can be manipulated in different ways and forms. A learner can extend their virtual manipulatives as many times as they want however with physical manipulatives they are limited to manipulate them. Virtual manipulatives are available at no cost and are accessible at any time (What are the benefits of virtual manipulatives 2014:1). Virtual manipulatives sites differ from each other depending on what they require the learner to do, thus resulting in the computer providing the answer. The importance is for the learner to understand the concept and make meaning for themselves (Fox and Hoffman …show more content…
Many educators have argued that there is a difference between the factors of constructivism and how learners manage through Piagetian stages. Although they are different they are still identifying understanding of mathematics and the benefits of it through visual and hands on which aids a learner in the classroom. Through manipulatives educators encourage learners to have an excellent understanding of mathematics and to investigate these concepts. Learners also develop a sense of social interaction as well as active learning amongst teachers and their fellow classmates (Manipulatives 2016). It is being known through certain studies (Golafshani 2013:140) that education have gradually introduced concrete and virtual manipulatives into the classroom. But it is too soon determine which type of manipulative is effective to
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