Fifth Central- and Eastern European Conference
on Computer Algebra- and Dynamic Geometry Systems
in Mathematics Education

Some years ago, one of the main improvement in Mathematica was the dynamic functionality. Real-time graphics and functions for dynamic variables (Manipulate…) meant a breakthrough in the classroom usage of CAS systems. Currently, this technique has been greatly improved. In addition, the so called CDF ("Computable Document Format") has been introduced. In the workshop, the participants can get acquainted with the elements of dynamic features of Mathematica and they learn how to prepare simple CDF documents.

Colleagues are kindly encouraged to send problems, topics for discussion in the frame of the workshop.

The participants should bring their laptops with Mathematica installed. A 30 days trial version can be downloaded from the website of Wolfram Research.

Planned length: 3-4 hours.

Sketchometry is a Dynamic Geometry System (DGS) for the student in classroom. In contrast to many other DGS which are primarily used by teachers as a presentation tool, sketchometry tries to be a simple tool that invites students to experiment and discover.

Sketchometry can be used on tablets, smartphones, interactive whiteboards as well as on desktop computers. The software has a touch-optimized user interface for easy sketching of geometric constructions. In the workshop we will discover sketchometry by creating various classroom examples. Please, bring your own device: tablet, smartphone or notebook.