Diagnostic computer-based arithmetical puzzle task implemented in Imagine Logo¶

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Description¶

The outcome of the bootstrapping process was a diagnostic computer-based task for investigating mathematical thinking, in which pupils solve provided puzzles using provided equalities to transform an arithmetical sum into its answer. The software was programmed in Imagine Logo, which "lends itself to the fast proto-typing of microworlds". Implementation occurred rapidly and little re-programming or debugging has proved necessary despite substantial trialing in a variety of primary schools.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

Two keypads for entering notation, based on the Equivalence Calculator
Researcher (R) interventions as a central element of the task

Constraints¶

Target Learners¶

Year 5 pupils

Learning Goals¶

distinguishing compositional, commutative and partitional notation

Claims¶

Switching from strategy building to puzzle solving overcame the implementation impasse [+W]

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

Jones, I. (2008). Storyboarding: A method for bootstrapping the design of computer-based educational tasks. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2008.01.002

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`title`	`Diagnostic computer-based arithmetical puzzle task implemented in Imagine Logo`
`description`	`The outcome of the bootstrapping process was a diagnostic computer-based task for investigating mathematical thinking, in which pupils solve provided puzzles using provided equalities to transform an arithmetical sum...`
`status`	`review`
`generated`	by `process:settle-candidates` on `2026-10-30`
`trust`	unverified — no one has confirmed this page's content
`sources`	1 — `jones-2008`

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