A word from RichardThe sad misconceptions most maths teachers hold about GeoGebra are that it is primarily for senior maths and mostly for trigonometry and calculus graphing and geometry. GeoGebra is excellent for making maths visible in these areas, but it has so many more cool applications. This is why we've chosen two tutorials that fall outside these misconceptions.
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Who created the tutorial?
All the content has been created by Richard Andrew. Richard has enjoyed 20+ years in the classroom (6 as a Head of Department) and has been running Professional Development for teachers since 2007. Can I download the tutorial and access it later? There's no need to download anything as both tutorials are webpages. However, regardless of whether you access it now or later, save the tutorials' URLs in a safe place (e.g. favourites) for future reference. |
How long will take me to complete the tutorials?
Each tutorial will take you around 10-20 minutes depending upon your level of experience and how often you choose to click the pause button. Each tutorial contains one 7-minute video and links to other articles. Do the tutorials require a certain level of experience with GeoGebra? Yes, and this applies for every GeoGebra tutorial. Obviously, you will need to know the basics of GeoGebra. Inexperienced users will need to spend extra time with the video instructions. |
What teachers have said about the course that has guided them to become proficient with GeoGebra
I really liked the format of the course. As an American, I have taken other online courses before and did not really get any feedback from the instructor other than a grade for a paper I had to write. The video tutorials were very helpful in learning the program. I liked that the learning was scaffolded. We started out just by doodling, then went to replicating files off a video, then construct files, and finally we created files on our own. It was well structured and I felt like there was support if I needed it throughout the course. I was inspired by the course to try to make my class more student centered and can't wait to start using Geogebra at the start of the school year. Lori Babel, ‘GeoGebra-Proficiency’ course, Emmaus High School, Pennsylvania, USA, June 2018
I am presently teaching at an American and IB curriculum based school in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Prior to joining this course, I used GeoGebra purely as a demonstration tool mostly for graphing functions. This course has given me the skills to use GeoGebra as an effective demonstration, exploration and investigation tool across the varied topics in mathematics. The course is well paced and positively engaging. The activities are given
in "bite" sizes with sufficient time to assimilate the knowledge and practice the demonstrated skill, thereby equipping you to produce your unique set of purposeful GeoGebra activities. This has been an exciting learning adventure and kudos to the course instructors for their quick response constructive feedback and effective classroom practices. Roshan - Abu Dhabi UAE, May 2019
The most important aspect of the course were the file creations. It gives a hands-on aspect while accomplishing something that can be used in my classes. It has opened my mind to stop being the control freak and allow students to explore and play with mathematics, while learning at the same time. I want to continue using GeoGebra in class and inspire students to think about the mathematics they learn and not just repeat processes. Matthew Hayes, Narooma High School, Feb 2019
As Head Teacher Mathematics, I decided to enrol in this course along with four other members of the Mathematics faculty. It gave the group time to work as a team, feed off one another, assist and encourage one another throughout the course. By working together as a team it not only brought the faculty closer but fostered teamwork, sharing knowledge and skills within the group and with other members of the faculty.
Before commencing I was unsure of what to expect. The course has provided a correct mixture of demonstration and implementation, giving me the opportunity to put what I have learnt into practice.
The teachers who didn't do the course this time around are looking forward to completing the course next year. Ray Stoneley, Lithgow HIgh School, 3.12.18
I am so inspired by this course that I did a PD with Maths staff and told them to do it. They really loved it and some are thinking of doing it next year. I am definitely on my way to Geogebra Ambassador-hood. I create a file or two for all classes I teach every week on the current topics. Mohammed Safiq, Westfields Sports High School, December 2018
This testimonial is from a teacher who struggles with technology
I have been on a roller coaster for all the course- at times exhilarated but often challenged to the maximum. I have loved learning how to use Geogebra and am very excited to improve the understanding and enjoyment of Mathematics of the students in my classes. I am amazed at how much I have gained from the course. The best aspects of the course were actually recreating files through the use of video although I also found this challenging at times. By the Circle Geometry section, I was actually feeling like I was able to work more independently. I did also really like the Data investigation and the use of spreadsheets with Geogebra. I used to find drawing these graphs/ diagram difficult so now I will be able to recreate these with confidence. I really appreciated being able to get prompt advice from Richard when I needed it. In particular the offer to talk on the phone when I was stressing! I first thought about doing this course 7 years ago. I am glad I did not do it then as I am certain my computer skills would have caused me issues. I did find the course very long, probably because I am slow at learning on the computer. When I look back on this now, using GeoGebra in the classroom as I developed files has been very beneficial. It has been a wonderful experience. Thank you, Richard, for developing this course and providing me with new skills to be able to engage and excite the minds of my students. Deb Simmons, St Gregory's College Campbelltown, March 2019
I am presently teaching at an American and IB curriculum based school in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Prior to joining this course, I used GeoGebra purely as a demonstration tool mostly for graphing functions. This course has given me the skills to use GeoGebra as an effective demonstration, exploration and investigation tool across the varied topics in mathematics. The course is well paced and positively engaging. The activities are given
in "bite" sizes with sufficient time to assimilate the knowledge and practice the demonstrated skill, thereby equipping you to produce your unique set of purposeful GeoGebra activities. This has been an exciting learning adventure and kudos to the course instructors for their quick response constructive feedback and effective classroom practices. Roshan - Abu Dhabi UAE, May 2019
The most important aspect of the course were the file creations. It gives a hands-on aspect while accomplishing something that can be used in my classes. It has opened my mind to stop being the control freak and allow students to explore and play with mathematics, while learning at the same time. I want to continue using GeoGebra in class and inspire students to think about the mathematics they learn and not just repeat processes. Matthew Hayes, Narooma High School, Feb 2019
As Head Teacher Mathematics, I decided to enrol in this course along with four other members of the Mathematics faculty. It gave the group time to work as a team, feed off one another, assist and encourage one another throughout the course. By working together as a team it not only brought the faculty closer but fostered teamwork, sharing knowledge and skills within the group and with other members of the faculty.
Before commencing I was unsure of what to expect. The course has provided a correct mixture of demonstration and implementation, giving me the opportunity to put what I have learnt into practice.
The teachers who didn't do the course this time around are looking forward to completing the course next year. Ray Stoneley, Lithgow HIgh School, 3.12.18
I am so inspired by this course that I did a PD with Maths staff and told them to do it. They really loved it and some are thinking of doing it next year. I am definitely on my way to Geogebra Ambassador-hood. I create a file or two for all classes I teach every week on the current topics. Mohammed Safiq, Westfields Sports High School, December 2018
This testimonial is from a teacher who struggles with technology
I have been on a roller coaster for all the course- at times exhilarated but often challenged to the maximum. I have loved learning how to use Geogebra and am very excited to improve the understanding and enjoyment of Mathematics of the students in my classes. I am amazed at how much I have gained from the course. The best aspects of the course were actually recreating files through the use of video although I also found this challenging at times. By the Circle Geometry section, I was actually feeling like I was able to work more independently. I did also really like the Data investigation and the use of spreadsheets with Geogebra. I used to find drawing these graphs/ diagram difficult so now I will be able to recreate these with confidence. I really appreciated being able to get prompt advice from Richard when I needed it. In particular the offer to talk on the phone when I was stressing! I first thought about doing this course 7 years ago. I am glad I did not do it then as I am certain my computer skills would have caused me issues. I did find the course very long, probably because I am slow at learning on the computer. When I look back on this now, using GeoGebra in the classroom as I developed files has been very beneficial. It has been a wonderful experience. Thank you, Richard, for developing this course and providing me with new skills to be able to engage and excite the minds of my students. Deb Simmons, St Gregory's College Campbelltown, March 2019
