Qualitative Research in Management

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Ref: Research on Usage of Algebra Computer Program
A study was conducted to establish the efficiency of the program mentioned above in
classrooms. The research focused on several groups and the data was collected through
interviews and observation (Lewis, 2015).
Data collected from different interviewees illustrated the use of various skills to ensure
successful program implementation (Flick, 2014). The various skills included good
organizational skills, basic computer skills, student management skills, and deep mathematical
knowledge. The program is mostly used by an individual student and the teacher must have a one
on one session with the students. The program is user-friendly and does not need special skills.
Even though this is a computer program, one cannot assume that things are automated. The
students still need a teacher to take them through the program instructions and help in
simplification of the various steps needed to solve a mathematical problem. Students should be
encouraged to have an understanding of complex mathematics and knowledge in solving
algebraic equations for easy program use. Challenges in using the program might be experienced
if students assume that the computer will solve everything for them.

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The disadvantages of using this program are: in case of power failure, students who depend on
the program for mathematical solutions might get stuck because of over-dependence. Another
disadvantage is that the program might promote laziness among students because most of the
tasks are automated. In addition, the program might give wrong answers if wrong instructions are
fed into the system.
In conclusion, the system has many positive effects. In order to eliminate the challenges in the
implementation of the program, schools may come up with ways to avoid system crashes. This
can be done by ensuring regular system check-up by an expert after a set of period of time. Since
the system is computerized, input commands fed into the system always determine the nature of
the output (Toon, 2015). To avoid wrong outputs, tutors should train students on how to give the
system the right commands (Von & Gerhard, 2013).
Data Segments
 The teacher must have a complete understanding of the mathematics content.
( Understanding math)
 The teacher needs to be flexible and willing to individualize the program for each student.
(Program Individualization)
 She must have the capabilities of being multitasked like placing students, tutoring
students, disciplining students . . . all at the same time! (Multitasking)
 You must have a firm grasp of content and be able to switch from topic to topic without
difficulty. (Grasp of content)