Share Paper: Learning Productive Mathematical Talk Moves Through Mixed-Reality Simulation: The Case of Pre-service Elementary Teachers in a Hispanic Serving Institution.

  1. Jair Aguilar, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, United States
  2. James Telese, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, United States
Friday, March 22 10:35-10:55 AM Sunset 5

Abstract: Teacher preparation programs require pre-service teachers to engage in field experiences that include participation in classrooms (Freeman, 2010). Mixed-Reality Simulation (MRS) is a technological tool that can be implemented to provide pre-service teachers opportunities to develop pedagogical techniques such as providing feedback, conducting discussions, integrating technology with instruction while at the same time exploring different environments (Hixon & So, 2009). This paper presents preliminary results of a first-stage research in the implementation of a MRSs’ into an elementary teacher education program at a large Hispanic-Serving Institution. The purpose of the study was to determine whether differences existed between the groups ...