An experience with augmented math trails and service - learning in initial teacher training

Abstract

We present the ongoing project developed at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (Spain) using math trails in Initial Teacher Training with the aim that they can incorporate this educational resource into their future professional career. The learning experience is an integrated project focused on the creation of math trails by prospective students as a valuable outdoor problem-posing activity. In addition, it includes a two-step evaluation process that, first, allows prospective teachers to assess each they are tested by students as a service-learning activity. The math trails used in the project include mobile technology as an enriching element, combining the experience of using MathCityMap and the Augmented Reality tools of GeoGebra within the same project.