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Teachers of mathematics
for centuries have helped students understand mathematics using “manipulatives”--
visual objects that help illustrate mathematical relationships and applications.
Manipulatives allow students to visually examine, explore and develop concepts.
The National Library of
Virtual Manipulatives (NLVM)
has transported these powerful teaching tools
into the virtual dimension of the computer.
The NLVM collection of over 100 interactive
software programs, called “applets,”
is an effective means for accelerating
and deepening students’ understanding of math.
MATTI Math is the NLVM’s official licensee,
expanding distribution and supporting ongoing
development of this award-winning resource. |
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- Product Update: NLVM Version 2.0 Application now available! -
Student Audience
The NLVM's innovative teaching tools are highly adaptable and can be used with a broad spectrum of students. Math activities are included for grades K-12.
Range of Topics
The NLVM's simple-to-use index lists math activities appropriate for teaching various math concepts to students at different levels. Subjects covered include number operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, probability, and more.
Program Features
NLVM math activities include:
• Virtual Math Manipulatives Instructions • Math Lesson Objectives •
• Math Lesson Plans • Suggestions for Outside Activities •
• Descriptions of Learning Assessment Methods & Math Concepts Demonstrated •
• Examples of Similar Physical Math Manipulatives • Links to related NCTM standards •
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Development
The NLVM development team consists of mathematicians, math educators
and instructional design experts at Utah State University.
The National Science Foundation provided funding for creation of the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives and eNLVM.
Ongoing development of new activities and functionality
is supported by
NLVM retail sales.
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Awards
The National Library of Virtual Manipulatives has received numerous honors, including:
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Editions of the NLVM
NOTE: Spanish and French translations only offered in Internet Edition at this time.
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NLVM Internet Edition: Went online Jan. 2000. Hosted by Utah State University. |
| Provides online access to more than 100 NLVM applets through any web browser. Currently averaging 20,000 visitors and 5,000,000 hits daily! |
 | Visit the Internet Edition online |
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NLVM Application: Version 1.0 released Nov. 2004. Version 2.0 released Oct. 2007. Available for school and individual purchase via download or CD. |
| Offers exclusive Special Features. Works on local computers without need for Internet connection. Makes this resource available to more students and increases software speed. |
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eNLVM: Went online Aug. 2005. Hosted by Utah State University. |
| Extends and enhances NLVM by enabling customized construction of interactive online learning units for mathematics. Offers eModules and Tracking, Adaptation and Collaboration Tools online. Allows math teachers to store and share math lessons with other teachers. |
| Explore eNLVM resources online |
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