Design of a Game-based Intelligent Learning Environment to Remediate Fraction Addition/Subtraction Misconceptions

Abstract

Fraction addition and subtraction entail arithmetic procedures that are difficult for elementary students. Difficulties come from the inherent complexities of these procedures. A proposed method to deal with these complexities involves a game-based intelligent learning environment (GILE), the learning outcome mechanics and other game elements of which are designed based on the literature on fraction instruction and fraction misconceptions. Preliminary results seem to point toward the ability of GILE to improve learner performance and remediate misconceptions for gamers and those whose procedures are close to the mechanics.