Grudell, R. M., & Mintzlaff, M., & Berei, E., & Lawson, G. (2025, July), GIFTS Paper: Math Quest: Arithmetic Education for Underfunded Schools  Paper presented at FYEE 2025 Conference, University of Maryland - College Park, Maryland. 10.18260/1-2--55255

\bibitem{asee_peer_55255}
  Grudell, R. M., \& Mintzlaff, M., \& Berei, E., \& Lawson, G. (2025, July), \emph{GIFTS Paper: Math Quest: Arithmetic Education for Underfunded Schools}
  Paper presented at FYEE 2025 Conference, University of Maryland - College Park, Maryland.
  10.18260/1-2--55255

Ryan McAfee Grudell, Mark Mintzlaff, Ethan Berei, and Grace Lawson.  "GIFTS Paper: Math Quest: Arithmetic Education for Underfunded Schools".  FYEE 2025 Conference, University of Maryland - College Park, Maryland, 2025, July.  ASEE Conferences, 2025.  https://peer.asee.org/55255 Internet.  19 Aug, 2025

\bibitem{asee_peer_55255}
  Ryan McAfee Grudell, Mark Mintzlaff, Ethan Berei, and Grace Lawson.
  "GIFTS Paper: Math Quest: Arithmetic Education for Underfunded Schools".
  \emph{FYEE 2025 Conference, University of Maryland - College Park, Maryland, 2025, July}.
  ASEE Conferences, 2025.
  https://peer.asee.org/55255 Internet.  19 Aug, 2025

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AB  - The Math Quest is an innovative and cost-effective game controller that teaches grades 3 through 5 students fundamental arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Shaped as a game controller, the Math Quest is designed to familiarize students with its functions. The device features two analog dials for input and a built-in screen that prompts various math problems. This allows students to interact with and solve equations in an engaging, hands-on manner.
Math Quest is specifically developed to support underfunded schools, offering an affordable and effective way to integrate technology into the classroom. By gamifying math education, Math Quest enhances student engagement, making learning more interactive and enjoyable. Bridging the gap between traditional paper learning and modern technology, Math Quest uses rotary dials, allowing students to practice in a hands-on way. Students can reinforce their arithmetic skills, gain confidence in problem-solving, and develop a stronger foundation in mathematics. 
In addition to its educational benefits, Math Quest is designed with scalability in mind, making it an accessible solution for schools with limited resources. A single-unit material cost is approximately $30.00. It's simple yet effective interface ensures that both teachers and students can use it with ease, requiring minimal training or technical expertise. These advancements bring Math Quest closer to becoming a practical tool for affordable math education, helping bridge the gap in access to quality learning tools for students.
The Math Quest game controller offers an innovative and scalable solution to enhance math education for grades 3-5, especially in resource-limited schools. Combining hands-on learning with technology promotes student engagement and mastery of fundamental arithmetic operations. This Great Ideas for Teaching Students (GIFTS) paper will delve into the development and potential of Math Quest, addressing the alignment with educational standards, the accessibility for educators, and the ability to bridge the gap in technology access. Math Quest represents a step forward in making quality math education more interactive, affordable, and widely available. 

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