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* The animations are exactly as we do using a physical straightedge, compass and protractor | * The animations are exactly as we do using a physical straightedge, compass and protractor | ||
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[[File:Robocompass1.png|center|thumb|600x600px]] | [[File:Robocompass1.png|center|thumb|600x600px]] | ||
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Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet. | Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet. | ||
[[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass|left]] | [[File:Robocompass2.png|thumb|600x600px|Sign in to robo-compass|left]] | ||
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Select “New Command” to add a new command item. Sequential construction commands for constructing geometric elements are given in command editor. | Select “New Command” to add a new command item. Sequential construction commands for constructing geometric elements are given in command editor. | ||
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Additional features to view in 2D/3D, full screen and show grid – can be modified with the menu bar on the left.[[File:Robo6.png|center|thumb|700x700px]] | Additional features to view in 2D/3D, full screen and show grid – can be modified with the menu bar on the left.[[File:Robo6.png|center|thumb|700x700px]] | ||
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* To save your work click the Save button. The Save dialogue box will open | * To save your work click the Save button. The Save dialogue box will open | ||
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Geometers Sketchpad enable both students and teachers to explore geometric relationships dynamically and to create very complex and yet very precise geometric constructions | Geometers Sketchpad enable both students and teachers to explore geometric relationships dynamically and to create very complex and yet very precise geometric constructions | ||
Revision as of 15:10, 14 February 2019
Introduction
Robo-compass is an online Geometry tool for creating constructions. It allows users to make simulations of geometric constructions. The animations are exactly as we do using a physical straightedge, compass and protractor. The construction can be viewed any number of times.
| ICT Competency | This is a tool for creating resources for mathematics constructions. |
| Educational application and relevance | It is possible to create drawings and animations using Geogebra to explain different concepts in geometry and algebra. It can be used by teachers as an interactive construction board in the classroom for demonstration and student learning. |
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| Other similar applications | Cabri Geometry
Kig (software) |
| The application on mobiles and tablets | Phone application not available. It is a web base application. |
| Development and community help | Developed by MathDisk Technologies
http://robocompass.s3.amazonaws.com/docs/RoboCompass_Handout_Edited.pdf |
Overview of features
- The animations are exactly as we do using a physical straightedge, compass and protractor
- The construction can be viewed any number of times
- A particular step of construction can be viewed to get a better understanding
- Colorful presentation of arcs and lines will increase interest among the learner
Installation
Robocompass is free online software hence internet connection and web browser is required to view the files designed using Robocompass.
Working with the application
Getting familiar with the interface
Using the tool bar – basic
Sign into Robo-Compass using a Gmail account before saving a worksheet.
Examples menu gives the pre-loaded simulations in robo-compass. They can be used as guide to create new constructions.
Using the Command Editor
Select “New Command” to add a new command item. Sequential construction commands for constructing geometric elements are given in command editor.
Simulations created can be viewed with play button in the command window.
Using the tool bar - advanced features
Additional features to view in 2D/3D, full screen and show grid – can be modified with the menu bar on the left.
Saving and viewing saved files
- To save your work click the Save button. The Save dialogue box will open
Advanced features
Geometers Sketchpad enable both students and teachers to explore geometric relationships dynamically and to create very complex and yet very precise geometric constructions
Ideas for resource creation
Robo-compass for demonstrating geometric constructions.
Robo-compass for creating simulations that help in accuracy and understanding of geometric construction and gives the clarity of the basic ideas of construction.