Understanding Times Tables 1.1.1

Recognized as Editor’s Choice for Excellence in Design by Children’s Technology Review, this application demonstrates a strong commitment to educational innovation. Its engaging features allow young learners to use their fingers as dynamic visual aids, effectively linking tactile interaction with mathematical concepts.

From an educational perspective, Understanding Math - Times Tables surpasses many counterparts in clarity and effectiveness. It provides an intuitive approach to explaining multiplication and division processes, aligning seamlessly with Common Core State Standards. Its design supports comprehension through interactive activities that are both captivating and pedagogically sound.

The app’s activities are meticulously crafted to enable children to manipulate virtual objects, fostering a deeper understanding of multiplication and division. The design encourages hands-on experimentation, making abstract concepts more tangible. I highly recommend this resource for elementary mathematics instruction.

Understanding Math - Times Tables is the initial release in a series rooted in J. Bruner's Learning Theory of “Three Modes of Representation”. The app offers four engaging games that facilitate practice with multiplication and division, culminating in a competitive feature called “Duel” where students can challenge peers or family members by selecting different difficulty levels.

THE HUNDRED BOARD

• Solve problems by interacting with the Hundred Board interface, which visually demonstrates the commutative property of multiplication (e.g., 4×8 is equivalent to 8×4).
• Aligns with the Common Core Standard to apply properties of operations as strategies for multiplication and division.

MULTIPLICATION

• Complete multiplication problems through touch interactions—e.g., tapping four fingers three times visualizes 3×4 as repeated addition.
• Reinforces interpretation of products as groups of objects, aligning with standard educational benchmarks.
• Note: Multi-touch gestures should be disabled in device settings to prevent app closure.

DIVISION

• Practice sharing by dragging objects into designated boxes, emphasizing partitioning into equal shares.
• The interface supports moving multiple objects simultaneously and allows users to record solutions directly on the screen.
• Extensive levels prepare students for more complex problems involving remainders after numerous correct responses, adhering to the interpretation of quotients in division.

TRAINING

• Encourage problem-solving by writing solutions on the screen supported by visual number representations for clarity and reinforcement.

DUEL

• A competitive feature enabling two players to test their skills at customized difficulty levels.
• Accessible for gameplay against peers or family, with predefined levels increasing in complexity from simple single-digit problems to more challenging sets.
• Game mechanics include earning stars based on accuracy within a timed environment; progression depends on achieving five stars to win.
• The results are designed for individual achievement tracking rather than leaderboard comparisons.

TOOLBOX HUNDRED BOARD

• This Montessori-inspired tool enhances understanding of multiplication through interactive exploration of both multiplication and division concepts.
• Users can customize the board and activate specific functions—factors, operations, or solutions—to suit individual learning needs.

Privacy Policy

The app prioritizes child safety and privacy by incorporating features such as:

• No external links without gating mechanisms
• No advertisements or pop-ups
• No data collection or tracking activities
• No integration with social media platforms
• No in-app purchases to ensure uninterrupted learning experience

For comprehensive details, please visit www.apppmedia.com.

INSIDE OUR APP

As a member of MOMs with Apps, we adhere to the “Know what’s inside” best practices for kids’ application content, ensuring transparency and safety for young users.

Your feedback is valued; please email any comments or questions to [email protected].