The SPARKMath™ Numeracy Suite includes ten tools that allows teachers to explain mathematical concepts visually and enables students to learn by self-exploration. They are interactive learning tools that visually demonstrate concepts and allow learners to work out exercises and experiments and see immediate results. It enables learners to replicate the situations that are difficult to explain in a classroom, using tangible objects like chips, unifix cubes, and beans, among others.
SPARKmath™ Numeracy Suite includes:
- Number Line Tool
- GeoBoard
- Coordinate Graphing Tool
- Transformation Tool
- Fractions (Circles/Bars) Tool
- Base Ten Block Tool
- Probability Tool
- Data Representation Tool
- Solid Shaper Tool
- Counters Tool
From an Instructional Design standpoint, SPARKMath™ Numeracy Suite is aligned to federal and state learning standards, and is based on a comprehensive, holistic view of mathematics. It addresses:
- Content Strands (pertaining to the content
that students should learn)
This facilitates an understanding of the inter-relationships among the various branches of mathematics. - Process Strands (pertaining to ways of acquiring
and using content knowledge)
This helps the learners see the ‘big picture.’
SPARKmath™ Pluses
- Combines visual design expertise with real-life examples to provide a strong focus on contextual learning
- Supplements state and national standards-compliant curricula
- Serves as Web-based as well as standalone set of tools developed using modular and scalable architecture
- Created with inputs from local SMEs who are part of an international network, increasing acceptance both locally and worldwide
