Technology Integration in Grade 9 Destreamed Mathematics Classroom

• In Event: Role of Curriculum and Instruction for Math Learning

Abstract

De-streaming mathematics curriculum forms a significant contribution to the Power and Knowledge Scientific Cycle. Specifically, learning about the obstacles that De-streaming policies may pose in establishing non-discriminating and equitable mathematics curriculum can help to better understand how power imbalances are created and addressed when knowledge is not accessible to all learners. In this research study, I will explore how teachers learn to design and enact new forms of pedagogies to combine technology use. The implementation of the new Grade 9 de-streamed mathematics curriculum is currently underway in schools across Ontario and includes new topics such as coding and financial literacy. Teachers need to learn how to teach these new topics and technology is one way to assist in this implementation.

Authors

• Zian Zhang, University of Toronto - OISE

• Douglas E. McDougall, University of Toronto - OISE