Mathematical discussion in problem solving activities supported by technology: An achievable goal in primary school

The use of technologies to foster the mathematical discussion has been largely investigated in the last decade. In particular, Padlet - a digital space where users can collaborate by uploading, organizing, and sharing content - demonstrated its suitability in this context. In this paper, we exploit Padlet in a primary school, where students working in small groups approach the same mathematical problem. Our results highlight that Padlet is an effective means even for younger students and allows for supporting the mathematical discussion and for promoting the comparison of different strategies in problem solving activities, encouraging the participation of students with special needs