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@BlaestEgnen@feddit.dk

2026-09-15 07:36 UTC

You’re ending up with a larger group of pupils “mastering” basic calculations through counting, when you remove the calculator as a tool for learning. Using the strategy of “counting all”, is one of the clearest signs a 1st grade pupil will be behind their peers in 4th grade. Broken calculator (just search for it), is one way to include calculators in a didactic way. But using calculators in general, improves a kids ability to estimate results - Which is an ability that helps anyone out tremendously, as it’s giving you a clear idea if something went completely wrong in a calculation

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  • @Jiral@lemmy.world 2026-09-15 07:55

    A “broken calculator” isn’t a calculator. It requires you to calculate in your head to be effective, which is exactly what I was talking about. First you need to solidify this ability, before it makes sense to introduce reliance on calculators.

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