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My reflection paper on the Sierpinski Triangle lesson addresses the second NETS standard area. In particular, did I design
a learning experience that was beneficial to all learners using technology? I wanted to use technology as both a motivator
and a facilitator to present students with a complex math idea - fractals. In this lesson, students work in pairs to promote
a natural and encouraged discussion and also to enhance comprehension. The Web page was designed so that the students rely
on it for direction, and progress through the activities at their own pace. This way the students that are ready to move
on can do so without waiting for the teacher and you can see which student pairs need assistance. The webpage has a balance
of activities that students perform on paper and online. This was done so that the students can create their own working
definition and understanding of what fractals are, and Web resources can present the more complex simulations. Extensions
can easily be brought out of the lesson as well. To conclude, the lesson presents advanced topics but the use of technology
enables success for each student. The Sierpinski Triangle lesson can be found in the Example Artifacts menu.
Reflection Paper #2: Sierpinski's Triangle
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