The Impact of GeoGebra on Algebraic Modeling Problem-Solving in Moroccan Middle School Students

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to study the effectiveness of the process of modeling with GeoGebra in the development of algebraic modeling skills and to measure the impact of this program on students' interest in solving extra-mathematical and intra-mathematical problems. To achieve these objectives, we used the quasi-experimental design, where the research sample is composed of 56 students (aged 13–14 years old). The methodology consists of comparing the modeling process between an experimental group using the GeoGebra environment and a control group in the traditional environment. The results show a statistically significant difference in the students' average scores between the two groups. Generally, the experimental group that adopted GeoGebra scored higher than the other group. Interest in solving algebraic problems was higher for the experimental group. On the contrary, for the control group, students' interest in extra-mathematical problems was lower than their interest in intra-mathematical problems. On the other hand, there was no difference in the experimental group.
 
 Received: 14 October 2022 / Accepted: 19 December 2022 / Published: 5 January 2023