Are you interested in educational computer software? Are you looking for
games that contain significant mathematics? that require mathematical and
strategic thinking? that will engage boys as well as girls? that are fun?
The NSF-funded project, Through the Glass Wall: Computer Software for
Mathematical Empowerment is announcing a rerelease of its website. Visit:
http://www.terc.edu/mathequity/gw/html/gwhome.html
for information about this research project, which has spent two years
looking at how girls and boys play mathematical computer games in order to
consider and describe what makes a good mathematical and equitable computer
game. Also available: descriptions of over 50 games, reviews, sample
diaogue of children playing interacting with games, and suggested web links
and print resources. Topics include:
* gender and technology, mathematics, and play
* technology in the education and in the classroom
* technology and popular culture, "games for girls"
* advice on choosing software, links to reviewers and sellers
Christina Perez
TERC
Cambridge, MA
christina_perez@terc.edu
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