Utilization Analysis of Monsakun in Multiple Languages as Validation of Triplet Structure Model of Arithmetical Word Problems

Abstract

Learning by problem-posing has been suggested as an important way to understand problem structure in order to solve arithmetic word problems. Previously, we have developed a Triplet Structure Model for arithmetic word problems solved by one addition or subtraction. The model has been implemented in a software to support learning by problem-posing in arithmetical word problems, named Monsakun, which was developed to work on tablet computers. This software has been put in practical use in elementary schools as well as evaluated by teachers, and it has been confirmed that this system was useful for learning the problem-posing activity. In this research, we conducted experiments to validate the use of Triplet Structure Model in multiple languages. A total of 41 international students participated in the Monsakun practical use in English and Indonesian language. The log data were analyzed and compared to Monsakun experimental use in Japanese.