Padowan Graph Tool in Learning Graphs of Functions, in University Students

Abstract

Objective. To analyze the effect that the Padowan Graph software has on the learning of graphs of functions, it was applied to undergraduate university students in order to improve their levels of learning in mathematics using learning and knowledge technologies (TAC). Method. Type of experimental research with quasi-experimental design, quantitative approach. The study sample was non-probabilistic, 29 students for the experimental group and 29 for the control group, to whom questionnaires such as knowledge tests validated by judges and with the V. Aiken coefficient (0.86) and reliable with the statistical method of two were applied as well with Spearman Brown formula. Results. Favorable averages were evidenced for the experimental group (16.59) compared to the control group (12.69) after applying the Padowan Graph software, for the hypothesis test the non-parametric formula of U. Mann Whitney for independent samples was used obtaining values for the bilateral sig. of (0.00) lower than the value of (0.05). Conclusion. The Padowan Graph Software significantly improves the learning of graphs of functions in a motivated, fast, interactive way In addition, it encourages a more active learning, and promotes the development of mathematical skills.