METHODOLOGY OF USING COMPUTER EXPERTISE IN THE PROCESS OF TEACHING GEOMETRY IN THE CONTEXT OF DIGITALIZATION OF EDUCATION

Abstract

The article deals with the problems of teaching Geometry in the context of digitalization of education. Technological tools such as computers are used in teaching, learning, and assessment practices in Geometry.

This study examined integration of some aspects of the computer technology in teaching and learning Geometry. For this purpose, development of a methodology for the application of the programme “The Geometer's Sketchpad”, a computer textbook using computer programs (KPUN), demonstration programs at various stages of geometry school education are considered. In addition, the course “Computer learning of geometry in secondary school” was created for students of mathematical faculties of pedagogical universities.

In the research the method of comparative analysis, the system method, the method of categorization and functional-stylistic analysis of media texts, the method of content analysis and an experiment were applied.

The findings of this research demonstrate that using computerization as a basis for changing activities significantly affects students’ achievements. It also revealed the pedagogical potentials and limitations of the computer technology in teaching and learning of Geometry. The possibilities of computer training were used in overcoming students' difficulties caused by incorrect or incomplete understanding of the content of the geometric concept; insufficient mastery of mathematical terminology.