Manipulatives in a Mathematics Classroom: The Case of Frankards

Abstract

There are variety of ways on how to teach mathematics effectively. One of these effective strategies is the use of manipulatives in discussing abstract concepts of mathematics. In this short report, a discussion on the use of a manipulative in a mathematics classroom shall be presented and discussed through illustrative examples. Additionally, feedback from teachers and students about their perceptions and experiences with the manipulatives will also be presented. In general, this short report aims to provide a hands-on experience of teachers and students with manipulatives and how to use it effectively.