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      Computer Algebra Systems and Their Effect on Cognitive Load

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      9th Bi-annual International Conference on Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM9) (NDM)
      Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM9)
      23 - 26 June 2009
      computer algebra system, user interface, cognitive load, skills-rules-knowledge
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            Abstract

            Motivation – In this paper we discuss the beginning of a research project into the design of user interfaces for Computer Algebra Systems (CASs). Research approach – Findings/Design – We begin to examine a theoretical framework describing how people learn problem-solving skills. We also briefly discuss a field study we conducted. Research limitations/Implications – The field study, while small and preliminary, allowed us to see some areas where students ran in to difficulty using Maple. The theoretical framework we begin to outline should help us understand the cause of some of those difficulties. Originality/Value – We begin to better understand how people use CASs to learn mathematics. We also begin to combine Cognitive Load Theory and the Skills-Rules-Knowledge framework. Take away message – This is the beginning of a research project that should help us better understand how CASs can be better designed to assist with learning and the problem-solving process.

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            Conference
            June 2009
            June 2009
            : 378-383
            Affiliations
            [0001]University of Waterloo
            Article
            10.14236/ewic/NDM2009.62
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            © Tom Robinson et al. Published by BCS Learning and Development Ltd. 9th Bi-annual International Conference on Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM9), BCS London

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            9th Bi-annual International Conference on Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM9)
            NDM
            9
            BCS London
            23 - 26 June 2009
            Electronic Workshops in Computing (eWiC)
            Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM9)
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            1477-9358 BCS Learning & Development

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            Electronic Workshops in Computing

            Applied computer science,Computer science,Security & Cryptology,Graphics & Multimedia design,General computer science,Human-computer-interaction
            computer algebra system,user interface,cognitive load,skills-rules-knowledge

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