Question

Briefly discuss, from your view and knowledge, the advantages and disadvantages of integrating technology in the teaching and learning of numbers giving a real-life situation in South African schools. 

Answer 1

The advantages are:

• Technology provides additional opportunities for learners to see and interact with mathematical concepts.
• Students can explore and make discoveries with games, simulations and digital tools.

The disadvantages are:

• Excessive screen time. It can often seem that students are constantly in front of a device — cell phones, tablets, computers, and gaming devices are prevalent in their lives.
• Less human interaction.