1. Project Ongo-08a Information Software is required that would Provide mathematical problems that will improve student’s problem solving skills Provide teachers and administrators of ACS the ability to track student performance through quizzes and grade reports Software that would Be accessible over the Internet (see Fig. 2) Use a PHP framework to implement its features Written in PHP and HTML 492 Students491 StudentsFaculty AdvisorsClient Kwan Chan, Cpr ETuan Cao, Cpr EDr. John LamontAmes Community School System Matt Dengler, Cpr EDoug Doan, Cpr EProfessor Ralph Patterson III Webpage Mohanish Kalra, E Ehttp://seniord.ee.iastate.edu/Ongo08a Abstract Introduction Design Requirements Proposed Approach and Considerations Summary Estimated Resources and Schedule Due to unsatisfying scores on standardized tests of third grade through sixth students, an interactive software program called Mathematical Teaching System Software was created. By implementing MTSS into the Ames Community Schools, it will be easier for the students to visualize and solve mathematical problems using correct problem solving techniques and method without extensive assistance from the teacher. To achieve this goal, the Ongo-08a team will design an Internet-based software called Mathematical Teaching Software System (MTSS). This software will not only provide mathematical problems for ACS students in grades 3-6 to view and solve, but it will allow teachers and administrators the ability to view progress reports, customize questions, create quizzes, and manage student accounts. MTSS will serve as the perfect supplement to classroom instructions. The users have access to the Internet The user browses the site using Internet Explorer (version 5.0 or higher) or Netscape (version 6 or higher) The user’s web browser has JavaScript Students have had prior exposure to mathematical topics in the MTSS MTSS developers have access to a PHP framework that provides basic operations The problem solving algorithm can be computerized Students in grades 3-6 Elementary school teachers System administrators Runs on a Linux + Apache + MySQL + PHP (LAMP) architecture Written in PHP and HTML Uses a MySQL database The user’s computer speeds are limited Support for simultaneous users is limited The database size will be limited The user’s Internet bandwidth may be limited New team members may not be familiar with PHP and MySQL The problem solving algorithm is not available in the short term The problem solving algorithm depends on the teacher’s assistance Supplement classroom instruction Enhance problem-solving techniques Serve as a record keeping tool A software system that would be Robust and usable through the Internet Serve as a supplement to classroom teaching in the area of mathematical problem-solving General Problem StatementGeneral Problem Solution AssumptionsLimitations Intended UsersIntended Uses Operating EnvironmentExpected End Product The goal is to provide A user friendly interface (see Fig. 1) Code that is easy to maintain and update An application that is functional and meets the client’s expectations Multi-platform use (PC & Macintosh) Easy for students of grades 3-6 and their teacher’s to understand Help instructions for the application available to all users. Application accessible via the internet Application shall have problems to solve Each user shall have a unique username Administrators shall be able to manage user creation and deletion Teachers can view student statistics Teachers can create, modify, and delete problems Project Definition JavaScript to PHP conversion Quizzing functionality End-product testing Design ObjectivesDesign Constraints Functional RequirementsMeasurable Milestones Receive feedback from ACS teachers Research problem solving algorithm on the Internet and from experts in the Curriculum & Instruction department Use PHP framework for quizzing and other software design Break the project into two sub-teams: The quizzing sub-team The algorithm sub-team Sub-team testing of individual components Outside testing performed by ACS teachers Final testing performed by ACS students ACS ClientMTSS ServerConnect via the Internet Running software in ASP format Running software using PHP/MySQL CD-based rather than Internet-based Proposed ApproachTesting Considerations Technologies Considered Ames Community Schools (ACS) has been concerned with their student’s performance in problem-solving on nationally standardized exams. While ACS traditionally scores in the 90 th percentile on traditional math skills, results from the problem-solving section were only in the 40 th + percentile. The purpose of this project is to provide a software that supplements classroom learning in the area of mathematics, focusing on the improvement of problem-solving skills. Upon completion, a customizable web application will be produced. The final product will allow students to solve problems, track their performance, and allow teachers and administrators to view the students results and track their performance. By utilizing the software to extend classroom learning, the students of ACS will be better prepared for standardized math tests, ultimately resulting in higher scores. Figure 1MTSS User Interface Project Ongo-08a Information Figure 2Overview of MTSS Personal EffortsOther Resources Description Cost Software application $ 0 Financial Resources Description Cost Project Poster $ 45 Labor (at $10.50/hr) $ 5323 Total Financial Costs $ 5368 Schedule of Tasks