The BEAM: a digitally enhanced balance beam for mathematics education

Authors:
Zeina Atrash Leong;Michael S. Horn
Affiliations:
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL;Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Venue:
Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Interaction Design and Children
Year:
2010

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Abstract

In this demo we present the BEAM, a tangible user interface designed to help teach mathematical concepts. This research considers the role of Montessori pedagogy and traditions in the design of new, digitally enhanced educational manipulative materials.