This document summarizes the research areas and activities of the Research in Didactics of Mathematics faculty at one university. It discusses several key areas of focus, including teachers' beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning, proof and proving in school mathematics, textbook research, and the development of mathematical knowledge. It provides an overview of faculty members and PhD students working in these areas, as well as summaries of recent publications and current projects related to mathematics education research.
This study applied a content analysis method to compare how the algebraic topic of using symbols for unknown quantities is presented in elementary school mathematics textbooks from Taiwan (Nani), Singapore (My Pals Are Here!), and Finland (Laskutaito). Specifically, differences in question types (purely mathematical, verbal, visual, or combined representation), contextual versus noncontextual presentation, and pedagogical content design were compared. The findings showed that (1) fewer visual representations are found in Nani compared with the other textbooks; (2) Taiwan uses more contextual problems than the other countries; and (3) the content design in Taiwan focuses on applying the equivalent axiom to solve for unknown quantities, whereas Singapore and Finland use line segments or divide concepts in geometry graphs. In addition, the Singaporean textbooks teach algebraic simplification, providing this topic earlier than the other countries and enabling students to form connections with junior high school learning. Other implications of this study are discussed, and suggestions for future research are provided.
Assessment of mathematics textbooks potential in terms of student’s motivatio...Alexander Decker
The document analyzes mathematics textbooks used in grades 6-9 in Kosovo in terms of their potential to motivate students and enhance comprehension. Two methods are used - Rivers matrix and Skovsmose's learning milieus. The Rivers matrix finds textbooks lack factors like historical notes, biographies, and real-world applications that motivate students. Most examples are abstract with few real-life connections. Tasks are also largely disconnected from real contexts. The textbooks have a logic-focused philosophy with little attention to engaging students or connecting to their experiences. Overall, the analysis finds the textbooks provide limited support for motivation and comprehension.
Presentazione di Adrés-Sandoval Hernandez relativa al suo intervento "Using Large Scale Assessments to improve schools" al convegno internazionale "Migliorare la scuola" (Napoli 14-15 Maggio) organizzato dall'Indire.
Building research and development partnerships between schools and Higher Edu...Brian Hudson
This paper outlines the development of a project supported by the Scottish Government with the aim of promoting the development of mathematical thinking in the primary classroom. This was developed in collaboration with teachers and local authorities in North East Scotland during 2011-12 within the context of the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence reform. The project was set up within a design based research framework, which aimed to promote classroom-based action research on the part of participants and also research by the university researchers into the process of curriculum development. The teachers (n=24) were all involved in a jointly developed Masters course based on a blended learning approach within an open and flexible learning environment. This project was designed as a classic example of an “Open Collective Cycle” model of a professional learning community (Hudson, 2012; Huberman, 1995). Findings from the research study in relation to the teachers’ experience are reported in Hudson et al. (2015), which highlight the way the course had a transformational and emancipatory impact on these teachers concerning their levels of confidence and competence in relation to teaching mathematics. An example of the impact on student learning is reported in Hudson (2015a) based on one teacher-researcher’s action research project involving the development of a topic-based approach to teaching and learning mathematics. Findings from this study highlight the ways in which the children actively engaged in the class activity and also how the topic-based approach made the mathematics more widely accessible and led to an evolution in the development of mathematical thinking for all. Policy implications point towards the value of the Mathematics Specialist Teacher (MaST) approach in England, which informed the development of this project. In conclusion the paper outlines a potential approach to uncovering and documenting further impact on teachers and pupils involved in this and subsequent courses.
References
Hudson, B., Henderson, S. and Hudson, A., (2015) Developing Mathematical Thinking in the Primary Classroom: Liberating Teachers and Students as Learners of Mathematics, Journal of Curriculum Studies, Vol. 47, Issue 3, 374-398. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00220272.2014.979233
Hudson, B. (2015a) Butterflies and Moths in the Amazon: Developing Mathematical Thinking through the Rainforest, Education and Didactique, Vol. 9, Issue 1. (In press)
Hudson, B. (2012) Aiming for e-Learning Sustainability: Transforming Conceptions of Teachers’ Professional e-Learning, Educational Technology, 52, 2, 30-34.
Huberman, M. (1995) Networks that Alter Teaching: Conceptualizations, Exchanges and Experiments, Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice, 1, 2, 193-211.
Factors influencing effective learning of mathematics at senior secondary sch...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigated factors influencing effective learning of mathematics at senior secondary schools in Gombe, Nigeria. The study surveyed 120 students across 4 schools about availability of qualified teachers, teaching methods, class sizes, and access to textbooks. Results found that lack of qualified teachers and inadequate textbooks significantly impacted student learning. It was recommended that only qualified math teachers be hired, class sizes be reduced, and textbooks be subsidized to improve math education outcomes.
Elephants, Butterflies and Moths in the Amazon Rainforest: High Epistemic Qua...Brian Hudson
The consideration of teacher education from a global perspective foregrounds the challenge of inequality as a core challenge for contemporary societies and for educational systems. The crucial role of education in relation to this challenge is highlighted in the UNICEF/UNESCO report on the Global Thematic Consultation in the Post-2015 Development Agenda, which stresses education as a “fundamental human right”. The report calls for two main education specific goals to be addressed as part of the future development framework: equitable access and equitable quality education. Accordingly this paper considers the relation between quality and learning and in particular that between epistemic quality and equitable learning. The work of Jo Boaler is especially relevant to the former in relation to her proposition about ‘the elephant in the mathematics classroom’. Of particular significance is her argument that in many maths classrooms a very narrow subject is taught to children, that is nothing like the maths of the world or the maths that mathematicians use. In our recent study on developing mathematical thinking we present this as an issue of epistemic quality (Hudson et al., 2015). High epistemic quality involves mathematics as fallible, refutable and uncertain, critical thinking, creative reasoning, multiple solutions and learning from errors and mistakes. In contrast low epistemic quality is characterised by mathematics as infallible, authoritarian, dogmatic, absolutist, irrefutable, certain, rule following of strict procedures and right or wrong answers. Additionally we consider how a thematic approach through the study of butterflies and moths in the Amazon rainforest resulted in mathematics becoming more accessible for all (Hudson, 2015). Such accessibility is central to equitable learning, which is seen as learning that produces educational justice (“Bildungsgerechtigkeit”). The paper concludes by considering how to redress the extent to which educational systems, and also everyday teaching practices and classroom interaction, reproduce inequality.
This document describes a research project that aims to enhance mathematics learning outcomes for freshman minority college students. The project will train students to develop personal learning environments using social media tools and extended learning communities. Students will be placed into groups of 3-5 to share notes, learn from each other, and present their understanding of weekly lessons. The goal is to increase engagement and help students apply mathematical concepts, as many struggle with the transition from high school to college-level mathematics. Preliminary findings suggest this approach improves students' learning environment and opportunities to understand mathematics in more visual and interactive ways.
This study investigated the influence of attitude towards mathematics and study habits on achievement in mathematics among 500 secondary school students in Assam, India. The study found that achievement in mathematics was most closely related to attitude towards mathematics and study habits. Specifically:
1) Attitude towards mathematics and study habits were both significantly positively correlated with mathematics achievement.
2) Boys had higher mathematics achievement and more positive attitudes than girls. English medium students also outperformed Assamese medium students.
3) Attitude towards mathematics accounted for 15.2% of the variation in mathematics achievement, while study habits accounted for 29% of the variation.
4) A regression equation showed that together, attitude towards mathematics and study habits explained 41.
This study applied a content analysis method to compare how the algebraic topic of using symbols for unknown quantities is presented in elementary school mathematics textbooks from Taiwan (Nani), Singapore (My Pals Are Here!), and Finland (Laskutaito). Specifically, differences in question types (purely mathematical, verbal, visual, or combined representation), contextual versus noncontextual presentation, and pedagogical content design were compared. The findings showed that (1) fewer visual representations are found in Nani compared with the other textbooks; (2) Taiwan uses more contextual problems than the other countries; and (3) the content design in Taiwan focuses on applying the equivalent axiom to solve for unknown quantities, whereas Singapore and Finland use line segments or divide concepts in geometry graphs. In addition, the Singaporean textbooks teach algebraic simplification, providing this topic earlier than the other countries and enabling students to form connections with junior high school learning. Other implications of this study are discussed, and suggestions for future research are provided.
Assessment of mathematics textbooks potential in terms of student’s motivatio...Alexander Decker
The document analyzes mathematics textbooks used in grades 6-9 in Kosovo in terms of their potential to motivate students and enhance comprehension. Two methods are used - Rivers matrix and Skovsmose's learning milieus. The Rivers matrix finds textbooks lack factors like historical notes, biographies, and real-world applications that motivate students. Most examples are abstract with few real-life connections. Tasks are also largely disconnected from real contexts. The textbooks have a logic-focused philosophy with little attention to engaging students or connecting to their experiences. Overall, the analysis finds the textbooks provide limited support for motivation and comprehension.
Presentazione di Adrés-Sandoval Hernandez relativa al suo intervento "Using Large Scale Assessments to improve schools" al convegno internazionale "Migliorare la scuola" (Napoli 14-15 Maggio) organizzato dall'Indire.
Building research and development partnerships between schools and Higher Edu...Brian Hudson
This paper outlines the development of a project supported by the Scottish Government with the aim of promoting the development of mathematical thinking in the primary classroom. This was developed in collaboration with teachers and local authorities in North East Scotland during 2011-12 within the context of the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence reform. The project was set up within a design based research framework, which aimed to promote classroom-based action research on the part of participants and also research by the university researchers into the process of curriculum development. The teachers (n=24) were all involved in a jointly developed Masters course based on a blended learning approach within an open and flexible learning environment. This project was designed as a classic example of an “Open Collective Cycle” model of a professional learning community (Hudson, 2012; Huberman, 1995). Findings from the research study in relation to the teachers’ experience are reported in Hudson et al. (2015), which highlight the way the course had a transformational and emancipatory impact on these teachers concerning their levels of confidence and competence in relation to teaching mathematics. An example of the impact on student learning is reported in Hudson (2015a) based on one teacher-researcher’s action research project involving the development of a topic-based approach to teaching and learning mathematics. Findings from this study highlight the ways in which the children actively engaged in the class activity and also how the topic-based approach made the mathematics more widely accessible and led to an evolution in the development of mathematical thinking for all. Policy implications point towards the value of the Mathematics Specialist Teacher (MaST) approach in England, which informed the development of this project. In conclusion the paper outlines a potential approach to uncovering and documenting further impact on teachers and pupils involved in this and subsequent courses.
References
Hudson, B., Henderson, S. and Hudson, A., (2015) Developing Mathematical Thinking in the Primary Classroom: Liberating Teachers and Students as Learners of Mathematics, Journal of Curriculum Studies, Vol. 47, Issue 3, 374-398. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00220272.2014.979233
Hudson, B. (2015a) Butterflies and Moths in the Amazon: Developing Mathematical Thinking through the Rainforest, Education and Didactique, Vol. 9, Issue 1. (In press)
Hudson, B. (2012) Aiming for e-Learning Sustainability: Transforming Conceptions of Teachers’ Professional e-Learning, Educational Technology, 52, 2, 30-34.
Huberman, M. (1995) Networks that Alter Teaching: Conceptualizations, Exchanges and Experiments, Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice, 1, 2, 193-211.
Factors influencing effective learning of mathematics at senior secondary sch...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigated factors influencing effective learning of mathematics at senior secondary schools in Gombe, Nigeria. The study surveyed 120 students across 4 schools about availability of qualified teachers, teaching methods, class sizes, and access to textbooks. Results found that lack of qualified teachers and inadequate textbooks significantly impacted student learning. It was recommended that only qualified math teachers be hired, class sizes be reduced, and textbooks be subsidized to improve math education outcomes.
Elephants, Butterflies and Moths in the Amazon Rainforest: High Epistemic Qua...Brian Hudson
The consideration of teacher education from a global perspective foregrounds the challenge of inequality as a core challenge for contemporary societies and for educational systems. The crucial role of education in relation to this challenge is highlighted in the UNICEF/UNESCO report on the Global Thematic Consultation in the Post-2015 Development Agenda, which stresses education as a “fundamental human right”. The report calls for two main education specific goals to be addressed as part of the future development framework: equitable access and equitable quality education. Accordingly this paper considers the relation between quality and learning and in particular that between epistemic quality and equitable learning. The work of Jo Boaler is especially relevant to the former in relation to her proposition about ‘the elephant in the mathematics classroom’. Of particular significance is her argument that in many maths classrooms a very narrow subject is taught to children, that is nothing like the maths of the world or the maths that mathematicians use. In our recent study on developing mathematical thinking we present this as an issue of epistemic quality (Hudson et al., 2015). High epistemic quality involves mathematics as fallible, refutable and uncertain, critical thinking, creative reasoning, multiple solutions and learning from errors and mistakes. In contrast low epistemic quality is characterised by mathematics as infallible, authoritarian, dogmatic, absolutist, irrefutable, certain, rule following of strict procedures and right or wrong answers. Additionally we consider how a thematic approach through the study of butterflies and moths in the Amazon rainforest resulted in mathematics becoming more accessible for all (Hudson, 2015). Such accessibility is central to equitable learning, which is seen as learning that produces educational justice (“Bildungsgerechtigkeit”). The paper concludes by considering how to redress the extent to which educational systems, and also everyday teaching practices and classroom interaction, reproduce inequality.
This document describes a research project that aims to enhance mathematics learning outcomes for freshman minority college students. The project will train students to develop personal learning environments using social media tools and extended learning communities. Students will be placed into groups of 3-5 to share notes, learn from each other, and present their understanding of weekly lessons. The goal is to increase engagement and help students apply mathematical concepts, as many struggle with the transition from high school to college-level mathematics. Preliminary findings suggest this approach improves students' learning environment and opportunities to understand mathematics in more visual and interactive ways.
This study investigated the influence of attitude towards mathematics and study habits on achievement in mathematics among 500 secondary school students in Assam, India. The study found that achievement in mathematics was most closely related to attitude towards mathematics and study habits. Specifically:
1) Attitude towards mathematics and study habits were both significantly positively correlated with mathematics achievement.
2) Boys had higher mathematics achievement and more positive attitudes than girls. English medium students also outperformed Assamese medium students.
3) Attitude towards mathematics accounted for 15.2% of the variation in mathematics achievement, while study habits accounted for 29% of the variation.
4) A regression equation showed that together, attitude towards mathematics and study habits explained 41.
1) The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between visual static models and students' written solutions to fraction problems using a large sample of student work.
2) The results indicate that common student errors relate to how students interpret the given model or their own model of the situation. Students' flexibility with visual models is related to successful written solutions.
3) Researchers hypothesize that exposure to varied mathematical representations influences students' ability to flexibly use static visual representations. Students need a solid understanding of real-world situations to successfully create and interpret visual models.
A research on teachers’ beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning betwe...Alexander Decker
This document discusses a research study that examined the beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning held by primary school teachers in Malaysia. A survey was administered to 174 teachers from Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK), Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC), and Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) to determine their beliefs regarding student learning, stages of learning, and teaching practices. The results indicated that most teachers' beliefs fell in the mid-range between formal and informal beliefs. Statistical analysis found significant differences in beliefs between the teacher groups, with SJKC teachers favoring more informal beliefs. The conclusions suggest teacher professional development should address fundamental beliefs to promote more
Teachers' perceptions on the integration of ethnomathematics surendraSurendra Kumar Thakur
This document provides details of Surendra Kumar Thakur's dissertation defense on integrating ethnomathematics in secondary level mathematics teaching in Nepal. The dissertation examines teachers' perceptions of integrating cultural and daily life mathematical concepts and practices into classroom lessons and curriculum. Through a survey of 80 mathematics teachers, the study analyzes the relationship between sources of integration like curriculum, textbooks, classroom processes and teacher training, and teachers' perceptions. It finds teachers have a positive perception of integrating ethnomathematics and identifies demographic factors like age that influence perceptions. The dissertation contributes to understanding how to better connect mathematics learning to students' lives outside of school.
Mathematical problem solving strategies in plain englishAlexander Decker
1) The document discusses mathematical problem solving strategies used by Jordanian undergraduate students who are learning English as a foreign language.
2) It investigates the problem solving abilities and English language proficiencies of the students using Polya's problem solving model and self-report questions.
3) The results found that the participating students had low problem solving abilities and limited English language skills.
IJERA (International journal of Engineering Research and Applications) is International online, ... peer reviewed journal. For more detail or submit your article, please visit www.ijera.com
Influence of Mathematical Representation and Mathematics Self-Efficacy on the Learning Effectiveness of Fifth
Graders in Pattern Reasoning ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Ming-Jang Chen, Chun-Yi Lee and Wei-Chih Hsu
Mentors in an Undergraduate Psychology Course: A Comparison of Student Experience and Engagement......... 17
Jill A. Singleton-Jackson, Marc Frey, Martene Clayton Sementilli and Tyler Pickel
On the Nature of Experience in the Education of Prospective Teachers: A Philosophical Problem.......................... 29
Christi Edge, Ph.D
Learning as you Teach ......................................................................................................................................................... 42
Dr Abha Singh and Dr Megan Lyons
Analysis of Fragmented Learning Features under the New Media Environment ...................................................... 55
Peng Wenxiu
Skill Education in Pre-service Teacher Education for Elementary School Teacher ..................................................... 64
Ikuko Ogawa
Plagiarism Education: Strategies for Instructors .............................................................................................................. 76
Julia Colella-Sandercock and Hanin Alahmadi
Introducing Pre-Service Teachers to Programming Concepts with Game Creation Approach................................. 85
Chiung-Fang Chiu
Validity of Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (POST-UTME) as Screening Instrument for Selecting
Candidates into Degree Programmes in Nigerian Universities .................................................................................... 94
James Ayodele OLUWATAYO Ph.D. and Olufunke Olutoyin FAJOBI (M.Ed.)
ياري لافنيون المعلمون عامل أساسي لنظم التعليم الناجحةالانعكاسات القائمة على ...IEFE
Teachers are the most important factor for successful educational systems according to the document. It discusses the role of teachers in Finland's highly regarded education system. The Finnish system emphasizes (1) long-term consistent education policy, (2) equality through initiatives like special education integration, and (3) empowering teachers through professional development programs requiring university-level degrees and autonomy in curriculum and assessment.
The Faculty Perceptions of Statistics (FPS) scale was administered to 747 faculty participants from seven universities to measure attitudes toward statistics. A hierarchical cluster analysis identified seven clusters within the 33 Likert scale items: Comfort, General Teaching, Expectations, Statistical Literacy, Scholarship, Effective Teaching, and Benefits. Cronbach's alpha values for the clusters ranged from 0.58 to 0.92, indicating acceptable internal reliability. Demographic data including discipline, experience, and statistical training were also collected and compared across clusters.
Presents justification for dissertation study looking at five different types of learner-content interaction in self-directed electronic professional development in science education
). Reflections on methodology used in assessing teachers´perceptions of colle...University of Iceland
Title:
Reflections on methodology used in assessing teachers´perceptions of collective efficacy. Working with emerging curriculum areas and action competence
Abstract/ Introduction
In many countries new curriculum areas are emerging in response to societal changes. This calls for enhanced efficacy and success depends on whether teachers trust themselves and their colleagues to meet new demands. Further, learners are expected to develop agency for change and teachers to develop collective teacher efficacy (CTE).
Increased emphasis on competences and global comparative studies…. Children of today may have fewer opportunities to challenge and solve open ended problems. The power concept CTE enables educators to identify their own weaknesses and strengths in relation to the challenges of the 21st century. Research identified four new curriculum areas in the EmergeCTE project where particular demands were made of teachers: sustainability, use of information and communication technology, innovation education and school science in the 21st century and focused on action competence (AC) as the teaching task. Key features of AC individuals are that they are participants capable of being critical actors in democratic processes.
The purpose of this symposium is to discuss selected issues from the EmergeCTE research. These include issues in the development of the questionnaires (paper 1), the role of case study in supporting questionnaire development (paper 2) and finally about mining the data and finding the factors (paper 3).
The citation (APA style)
Svanborg R. Jónsdóttir, Allyson Macdonald, Svanborg R. Jónsdóttir, Svava Pétursdóttir og Sigurbjörg Jóhannesdóttir. (2017, 23. November). Reflections on methodology used in assessing teachers´perceptions of collective efficacy. Working with emerging curriculum areas and action competence. Á SERA Scottish Education Research Association Annual Conference. University of Dundee, Scotland.Retrieved from https://www.slideshare.net/sibba/reflections-on-methodology
A comparative study of achievement test scores of boys and girls taught throu...Alexander Decker
This study examined the effects of cooperative learning teaching strategies on mathematics achievement by gender. The researchers compared test scores of boys and girls taught sequences and series using Student Teams-Achievement Divisions (STAD). The results showed no significant difference in post-test scores between boys and girls, indicating that STAD helped bridge the typical gender gap in mathematics achievement. Specifically, girls achieved a slightly higher mean score than boys on the post-test, though the small difference was not statistically significant. The study thus concluded that STAD cooperative learning does not produce gender differences in mathematics learning outcomes.
This document summarizes a research study on factors affecting mathematics performance of high school students at Laguna State Polytechnic University in the 2009-2010 academic year. The study examines student-related factors like interest in mathematics, study habits, and teacher-related factors such as personality traits, teaching skills, and instructional materials. It provides background information on the importance of mathematics and reviews previous related studies. The research methodology, data collection instruments, and statistical analysis plan are also outlined.
The document discusses several studies and perspectives on effective teaching strategies and factors that influence student achievement and performance. Specifically, it discusses:
1) The importance of providing adequate instructional resources and materials to support effective mathematics teaching.
2) The need for teachers to practice effective study skills and receive training on using instructional materials.
3) Factors found to influence student performance including gender, interest in mathematics, teaching competencies, strategies, library setting, and classroom setting.
4) The role of teachers in classroom management, facilitating learning, and evaluating students, and ensuring a conducive learning environment.
This chapter introduces the importance of mathematics in daily life and careers. It discusses how students often find mathematics boring and difficult to understand. The chapter also presents background information on factors that can influence students' mathematics performance, such as attitudes, engagement, instructional methods, and beliefs about intelligence. The theoretical framework outlines theories about fixed versus growth mindsets. The conceptual framework shows how student-related factors, teacher-related factors, and mathematics performance are related. The statement of the problem indicates the study aims to determine the relationship between these factors and performance for students at a particular university.
This document presents a thesis that examines the correlation between pupils' interest, study habits, and their achievement in mathematics. It begins with an introduction that establishes the importance of mathematics and discusses the Philippines' poor performance in international mathematics assessments. The theoretical framework discusses theories related to mathematics learning and motivation. The study aims to determine the relationship between pupils' interest, study habits, and their mathematics achievement. It will survey grade 4-6 pupils to understand their levels of interest, study habits, and mathematics achievement. The study seeks to provide insights to help improve mathematics performance and education quality.
Evaluation of topical coverage and study questions of approvedAlexander Decker
This study evaluated the topical coverage and adequacy of study questions in six approved integrated science textbooks used in junior secondary schools in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. The researcher assessed how well the textbooks covered the core curriculum content and the sufficiency of study questions provided. A content evaluation tool was used to analyze the textbooks and chi-square tests were conducted. The results showed that textbooks from the STAN series had adequate topic coverage and study questions, while textbooks from the LONGMAN series did not include any study questions. The researcher concluded that while the STAN textbooks were valid based on their content and questions, the LONGMAN textbooks could not be considered adequate in terms of study questions. Recommendations included periodically revising textbooks to
Modelling the relationship between mathematical reasoning ability and mathema...Alexander Decker
This document discusses a study that examined the relationship between mathematical reasoning ability and attainment in mathematics.
The study involved 240 students who completed tests of mathematical reasoning ability and attainment. Structural regression modeling showed that four measures of mathematical reasoning ability (class, variable, order, and classification) predicted success on a test of mathematics attainment.
The findings suggest that developing students' mathematical reasoning ability could help improve their attainment in mathematics. Teachers should implement intervention programs to strengthen students' ability to classify, recognize variables, identify orders, and make classifications, which may ultimately boost mathematics learning.
Modern Learning Theories and Mathematics Education - Robert SieglerSTEM Summit
- The document discusses applying theories of numerical cognition from developmental psychology research to improving mathematical understanding in low-income preschoolers. It describes research showing that playing number board games can help form linear representations of numerical magnitudes and improve skills like number line estimation, number comparison, counting, and numeral identification. The research found benefits for both numerical knowledge and skills from playing the number board game compared to a color board game.
This document summarizes research being conducted in the Department of Mathematics. It outlines two main areas of research: Pure Mathematics and Mathematics Education. The Mathematics Education team is listed, including their research areas such as beliefs, development of mathematical knowledge, textbook studies, and proof/reasoning. Several PhD projects are summarized that examine teachers', students', and pupils' mathematical beliefs as well as proportional reasoning and rational numbers. Additional research includes studies on proof and inquiry-based learning, and comparative analyses of textbook use in mathematics classes.
Does the national curriculum influence teaching ESERA 2015Svava Pétursdóttir
Svava Pétursdóttir, Allyson Macdonald and Gunnhildur Óskarsdóttir Does the national curriculum influence teaching? The 11th Conference of the European Science Education Research Association (ESERA) 31.8.-4.9.2015 Helsinki
http://www.esera2015.org/ http://www.esera2015.org/media/ESERA_CONFERENCE_BOOK_web_Revisions.pdf
A research on teachers’ beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning betwe...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a research study that examined the beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning held by primary school teachers in Malaysia. The study administered a survey to 174 teachers from Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK), Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC), and Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) to determine their beliefs in three areas: student learning, stages of learning, and teaching practices. Results showed that most teachers' beliefs fell in the mid-range between formal and informal approaches. A statistical analysis found significant differences in beliefs between teachers at the different school types, with SJKC teachers favoring more informal beliefs than SK and SJKT
1) The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between visual static models and students' written solutions to fraction problems using a large sample of student work.
2) The results indicate that common student errors relate to how students interpret the given model or their own model of the situation. Students' flexibility with visual models is related to successful written solutions.
3) Researchers hypothesize that exposure to varied mathematical representations influences students' ability to flexibly use static visual representations. Students need a solid understanding of real-world situations to successfully create and interpret visual models.
A research on teachers’ beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning betwe...Alexander Decker
This document discusses a research study that examined the beliefs about mathematics teaching and learning held by primary school teachers in Malaysia. A survey was administered to 174 teachers from Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK), Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina (SJKC), and Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) to determine their beliefs regarding student learning, stages of learning, and teaching practices. The results indicated that most teachers' beliefs fell in the mid-range between formal and informal beliefs. Statistical analysis found significant differences in beliefs between the teacher groups, with SJKC teachers favoring more informal beliefs. The conclusions suggest teacher professional development should address fundamental beliefs to promote more
Teachers' perceptions on the integration of ethnomathematics surendraSurendra Kumar Thakur
This document provides details of Surendra Kumar Thakur's dissertation defense on integrating ethnomathematics in secondary level mathematics teaching in Nepal. The dissertation examines teachers' perceptions of integrating cultural and daily life mathematical concepts and practices into classroom lessons and curriculum. Through a survey of 80 mathematics teachers, the study analyzes the relationship between sources of integration like curriculum, textbooks, classroom processes and teacher training, and teachers' perceptions. It finds teachers have a positive perception of integrating ethnomathematics and identifies demographic factors like age that influence perceptions. The dissertation contributes to understanding how to better connect mathematics learning to students' lives outside of school.
Mathematical problem solving strategies in plain englishAlexander Decker
1) The document discusses mathematical problem solving strategies used by Jordanian undergraduate students who are learning English as a foreign language.
2) It investigates the problem solving abilities and English language proficiencies of the students using Polya's problem solving model and self-report questions.
3) The results found that the participating students had low problem solving abilities and limited English language skills.
IJERA (International journal of Engineering Research and Applications) is International online, ... peer reviewed journal. For more detail or submit your article, please visit www.ijera.com
Influence of Mathematical Representation and Mathematics Self-Efficacy on the Learning Effectiveness of Fifth
Graders in Pattern Reasoning ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Ming-Jang Chen, Chun-Yi Lee and Wei-Chih Hsu
Mentors in an Undergraduate Psychology Course: A Comparison of Student Experience and Engagement......... 17
Jill A. Singleton-Jackson, Marc Frey, Martene Clayton Sementilli and Tyler Pickel
On the Nature of Experience in the Education of Prospective Teachers: A Philosophical Problem.......................... 29
Christi Edge, Ph.D
Learning as you Teach ......................................................................................................................................................... 42
Dr Abha Singh and Dr Megan Lyons
Analysis of Fragmented Learning Features under the New Media Environment ...................................................... 55
Peng Wenxiu
Skill Education in Pre-service Teacher Education for Elementary School Teacher ..................................................... 64
Ikuko Ogawa
Plagiarism Education: Strategies for Instructors .............................................................................................................. 76
Julia Colella-Sandercock and Hanin Alahmadi
Introducing Pre-Service Teachers to Programming Concepts with Game Creation Approach................................. 85
Chiung-Fang Chiu
Validity of Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (POST-UTME) as Screening Instrument for Selecting
Candidates into Degree Programmes in Nigerian Universities .................................................................................... 94
James Ayodele OLUWATAYO Ph.D. and Olufunke Olutoyin FAJOBI (M.Ed.)
ياري لافنيون المعلمون عامل أساسي لنظم التعليم الناجحةالانعكاسات القائمة على ...IEFE
Teachers are the most important factor for successful educational systems according to the document. It discusses the role of teachers in Finland's highly regarded education system. The Finnish system emphasizes (1) long-term consistent education policy, (2) equality through initiatives like special education integration, and (3) empowering teachers through professional development programs requiring university-level degrees and autonomy in curriculum and assessment.
The Faculty Perceptions of Statistics (FPS) scale was administered to 747 faculty participants from seven universities to measure attitudes toward statistics. A hierarchical cluster analysis identified seven clusters within the 33 Likert scale items: Comfort, General Teaching, Expectations, Statistical Literacy, Scholarship, Effective Teaching, and Benefits. Cronbach's alpha values for the clusters ranged from 0.58 to 0.92, indicating acceptable internal reliability. Demographic data including discipline, experience, and statistical training were also collected and compared across clusters.
Presents justification for dissertation study looking at five different types of learner-content interaction in self-directed electronic professional development in science education
). Reflections on methodology used in assessing teachers´perceptions of colle...University of Iceland
Title:
Reflections on methodology used in assessing teachers´perceptions of collective efficacy. Working with emerging curriculum areas and action competence
Abstract/ Introduction
In many countries new curriculum areas are emerging in response to societal changes. This calls for enhanced efficacy and success depends on whether teachers trust themselves and their colleagues to meet new demands. Further, learners are expected to develop agency for change and teachers to develop collective teacher efficacy (CTE).
Increased emphasis on competences and global comparative studies…. Children of today may have fewer opportunities to challenge and solve open ended problems. The power concept CTE enables educators to identify their own weaknesses and strengths in relation to the challenges of the 21st century. Research identified four new curriculum areas in the EmergeCTE project where particular demands were made of teachers: sustainability, use of information and communication technology, innovation education and school science in the 21st century and focused on action competence (AC) as the teaching task. Key features of AC individuals are that they are participants capable of being critical actors in democratic processes.
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The citation (APA style)
Svanborg R. Jónsdóttir, Allyson Macdonald, Svanborg R. Jónsdóttir, Svava Pétursdóttir og Sigurbjörg Jóhannesdóttir. (2017, 23. November). Reflections on methodology used in assessing teachers´perceptions of collective efficacy. Working with emerging curriculum areas and action competence. Á SERA Scottish Education Research Association Annual Conference. University of Dundee, Scotland.Retrieved from https://www.slideshare.net/sibba/reflections-on-methodology
A comparative study of achievement test scores of boys and girls taught throu...Alexander Decker
This study examined the effects of cooperative learning teaching strategies on mathematics achievement by gender. The researchers compared test scores of boys and girls taught sequences and series using Student Teams-Achievement Divisions (STAD). The results showed no significant difference in post-test scores between boys and girls, indicating that STAD helped bridge the typical gender gap in mathematics achievement. Specifically, girls achieved a slightly higher mean score than boys on the post-test, though the small difference was not statistically significant. The study thus concluded that STAD cooperative learning does not produce gender differences in mathematics learning outcomes.
This document summarizes a research study on factors affecting mathematics performance of high school students at Laguna State Polytechnic University in the 2009-2010 academic year. The study examines student-related factors like interest in mathematics, study habits, and teacher-related factors such as personality traits, teaching skills, and instructional materials. It provides background information on the importance of mathematics and reviews previous related studies. The research methodology, data collection instruments, and statistical analysis plan are also outlined.
The document discusses several studies and perspectives on effective teaching strategies and factors that influence student achievement and performance. Specifically, it discusses:
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2) The need for teachers to practice effective study skills and receive training on using instructional materials.
3) Factors found to influence student performance including gender, interest in mathematics, teaching competencies, strategies, library setting, and classroom setting.
4) The role of teachers in classroom management, facilitating learning, and evaluating students, and ensuring a conducive learning environment.
This chapter introduces the importance of mathematics in daily life and careers. It discusses how students often find mathematics boring and difficult to understand. The chapter also presents background information on factors that can influence students' mathematics performance, such as attitudes, engagement, instructional methods, and beliefs about intelligence. The theoretical framework outlines theories about fixed versus growth mindsets. The conceptual framework shows how student-related factors, teacher-related factors, and mathematics performance are related. The statement of the problem indicates the study aims to determine the relationship between these factors and performance for students at a particular university.
This document presents a thesis that examines the correlation between pupils' interest, study habits, and their achievement in mathematics. It begins with an introduction that establishes the importance of mathematics and discusses the Philippines' poor performance in international mathematics assessments. The theoretical framework discusses theories related to mathematics learning and motivation. The study aims to determine the relationship between pupils' interest, study habits, and their mathematics achievement. It will survey grade 4-6 pupils to understand their levels of interest, study habits, and mathematics achievement. The study seeks to provide insights to help improve mathematics performance and education quality.
Evaluation of topical coverage and study questions of approvedAlexander Decker
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Modelling the relationship between mathematical reasoning ability and mathema...Alexander Decker
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Modern Learning Theories and Mathematics Education - Robert SieglerSTEM Summit
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2. Questionnaires were administered to 15 mathematics teachers and 180 secondary III students across 18 secondary schools to identify difficult topics.
3. The results from analyses using frequency count, percentage, t-test and Chi-square showed that both qualified and unqualified, experienced and less experienced teachers identified the same difficult areas of the mathematics syllabus.
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The Power of Learning Analytics: Is There Still a Need for Educational Research?Bart Rienties
Across the globe many institutions and organisations have high hopes that learning analytics can play a major role in helping their organisations remain fit-for-purpose, flexible, and innovative. A broad goal of learning analytics is to apply the outcomes of analysing data gathered by monitoring and measuring the learning process. Learning analytics applications in education are expected to provide institutions with opportunities to support learner progression, but more importantly provide personalised, rich learning on a large scale. Substantial progress in learning analytics research has been made in the last few years.
Researchers in learning analytics use a range of advanced computational techniques (e.g., Bayesian modelling, cluster analysis, natural language processing, machine learning) for predicting which learners are likely to fail or succeed, and how to provide appropriate support in a flexible and adaptive manner.
In this keynote, I will argue that unless educational researchers at EARLI embrace some of the key principles, methods, and approaches of learning analytics, educational researchers may be left behind. In particular, a main merit of learning analytics is linking large datasets of actual learning processes and outcomes with learning dispositions and learner characteristics. Using evidence-based approaches rapid insights and advancements are developed how learning designs and learning processes can be optimised to maximise the potential of each learner. For example, our recent research with 151 modules and 133K students at the Open University UK indicates that learning design has a strong impact on student behaviour, satisfaction, and performance. Learning analytics can also drive learning in more “traditional”, face-to-face contexts. For example, by measuring emotions, epistemological expressions, and cross-cultural dialogue, social interactions can be effectively supported by innovative dashboards and adaptive
approaches. I aim to unpack the advantages and limitations of learning analytics and how EARLI researchers can embrace such data-driven research approaches
More info at www.bartrienties.nl
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This article examines representations of teacher quality, quantity, and diversity reported by awardees of a national mathematics and science program. It identifies seven common interventions implemented across the program to influence teacher quality and the teacher population. Three key themes emerged: 1) awardees' knowledge and use of research-based professional development; 2) a shift to include specialized subject knowledge preparation for elementary teachers in addition to middle/high school teachers; and 3) involvement of STEM faculty and teacher leaders in collaborative activities at all levels and in both math and science. Efforts to influence teacher quantity and diversity were limited in scope and in initial stages. The findings provide insight into the program's impact on teacher quality, quantity, and diversity.
Teachers’ experiences on international learning networksSaara Nissinen
The document discusses teachers' experiences with international learning networks, which aim to promote 21st century skills through participatory learning practices connected to the real world. Three teachers participated in international design-oriented networks with Finnish and American students. The teachers found that technology supported knowledge sharing between communities but that creation of shared knowledge remained mostly local.
The document discusses changes to the mathematics curriculum in Wales. Key points include:
1) The new curriculum emphasizes conceptual understanding over procedural fluency and uses verbs like "explore" and "derive" to balance breadth and depth. It focuses on five mathematical proficiencies: conceptual understanding, fluency, communication with symbols, logical reasoning, and strategic competence.
2) The new curriculum shifts the emphasis from "What" to "What and How," changing pedagogy to teach for conceptual understanding. It represents progression through descriptions of learning rather than content.
3) The approach draws on research from Estyn, PISA, and other countries' curriculum reforms to develop a curriculum that makes mathematics engaging, exciting and
An Analysis Of Science Textbooks For Grade 6 The Electric Circuit LessonLisa Cain
The document analyzes and compares how electric circuits are presented in 6th grade science textbooks in Finland and Thailand. It finds that:
1) The Thai textbook emphasized procedural knowledge, while the Finnish textbook emphasized conceptual knowledge to a greater extent.
2) Both textbooks introduced physics concepts by describing their relation to other concepts introduced earlier.
3) Representations used included diagrams, pictures, and tables to clarify concepts, employing traditional contexts like technical applications and how technology relates to society.
This document provides a summary of annotated references related to literacy education. It discusses several sources that explore the concept of multiliteracies and how pedagogical approaches need to adapt to support learners in developing multiliteracy skills. Some key points discussed include the need for teachers to go beyond just content delivery and develop pedagogies that address the four components of productive pedagogies and the four resource model. The use of Web 2.0 tools in the classroom to develop critical thinking skills is also mentioned. Overall, the summary examines how literacy is evolving with new technologies and the implications this has for both teachers and students.
This document contains annotations for references related to literacy education. It summarizes 12 sources that discuss multiliteracies and the importance of a multiliteracies approach in education, which allows for the integration of technology and accounts for linguistic and cultural diversity. The annotations describe how the sources address topics like new literacies, using web tools in the classroom, incorporating digital games and multimedia, and the need for teachers to adapt their pedagogies for multiliteracies.
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
2. Faculty members
ass.prof. Madis Lepik
lect. Jüri Kurvits
researcher Kirsti Kislenko
lect. Tiiu Kaljas
Ph.D.students:
Indrek Kaldo
Regina Reinup
3. Problem areas to attract most interest and research attention
teachers’ , students’ and pupils’ beliefs about teaching and learning of mathematics (Lepik, Kislenko, Kaldo)
proof and proving in school mathematics (Lepik)
textbook research (Lepik)
development of mathematical knowledge (Kurvits, Reinup)
technology in mathematics education (Kurvits)
4. Teaching and learning of proof
Proof is a current issue in mathematics education and there is a renewed emphasis on proof and reasoning in many countries.
In this project we explore:
- What is the status/role of proof and reasoning in the school curricula in the countries involved in the study?
- How do secondary school teachers relate to proof and the teaching and learning of proof in these countries?
-How is proof dealt with in mathematics textbooks?
-How to develop proving skills?
5. Publications on proof
Hemmi, K.; Lepik, M.; Viholainen, A. (2013). Analysing proof-related competences in Estonian, Finnish and Swedish mathematics curricula—towards a framework of developmental proof. Journal of Curriculum Studies, 45(3), 354 - 378.
Lepik, M. (2012). The role of proof in Estonian curricula of lower and upper secondary mathematics . Teacher Education, 16(1), 56 - 61.
Hemmi, K.; Lepik, M.; Viholainen, A.; Raman, M. (2012). Proof and proving in Estonian, Finnish and Swedish upper secondary school curricula . In: Proceedings of Norma 11, The Sixth Nordic Conference on Mathematics Education : Norma 11, The Sixth Nordic Conference on Mathematics Education in Reykjavík, May 11-14, 2011 . (Toim.) G. H. Gunnarsdóttir, F. Hreinsdóttir, G. Pálsdóttir, M. Hannula, M. Hannula-Sormunen, E. Jablonka, U. Reykjavík, Iceland: University of Iceland Press , 2012, 309 - 318.
Hemmi, K.; Lepik, M.; Viholainen, A. 2011.Proof and proof related items in estonian, Finnish and Swedish compulsory school mathematics curricula. In: H. Silferberg, J. Joutsenlahti (Eds.). Integrated research into mathematics and science education in the 2010s. Tampere University Press, 132 – 150
Lepik, M. 2011. Tõestamisest koolimatemaatikas. Koolimatemaatika XXXVIII. Tartu: Tartu Ülikool, 58 – 64
Hemmi, K.; Lepik, M.; Viholainen, A. 2011. Upper secondary school teachers’ views of proof and proving- An explorative cross-cultural study. Current state of research on mathematical beliefs XVI. Tallinn: Tallinn University, 137 - 157
6. Textbook research (grant from NordForsk)
From many studies it is well documented that the textbook is one of the most influential element for pupils’ mathematical learning. In the Nordic and Baltic countries the mathematics textbook is dominating in the teaching and teachers are heavily dependent on textbooks.
The main aim of the network is to increase the Nordic and Baltic collaboration in research on mathematics textbooks. Some of aspects to be explored:
-how teachers use textbooks
-how pupils use textbooks
-how textbooks influence pupils’ learning of math
-how textbook facilitates teacher learning
7. Publications on textbook use
Bjarnadottir, K.; Christiansen, A.; Lepik, M. (2013). Arithmetic textbooks in Estonia, Iceland and Norway - similarities and differences during the ninetheenth century. Nordic Studies in Mathematics Education, 18(3), 27 - 58.
Lepik, M., Grevholm, B., Viholainen, A. (in press). Textbook use in mathematics classroom: the teachers’ view. Nordic Studies in Mathematics
8. Development of mathematical knowledge
Jüri focuses on students’ understandings of rational number different meanings and representations. The object of his longitudinal study (4 years) is transition from whole numbers to rational numbers, and misunderstandings that occur in this process. At the same time the development of students` proportional reasoning is also observed.
Publications:
Kurvits, Jüri; Kleemann, Kait (2012). Õpilaste lahendusstrateegiad proportsionaalse mõtlemise ülesannetes. Lepmann Lea, Lepmann Tiit, Kokk Katrin (Toim.). Koolimatemaatika XXXIX (23 - 36).Tartu Ülikooli Kirjastus
Kurvits, J. (2010). Operations with rational numbers in grades 5 to 7. Daugulis Peteris (Toim.). 11th International Conference Teaching Mathematics: Retrospective and Perspectives (61 - 65). Daugavpils, Latvia: Academic Press "Saule"
9. Web-based instruments in teaching/ learning of math
Jüri develops different teaching/learning strategies, materials and innovative teaching methods which help teachers to implement student-centered, collaborative based approaches to learning. He is very active in conducting different in-service courses.
Participated in Conrad Wolfram’s innovative project “Computer- Based Math”, developed innovative computer-based learning materials to teach data analyses.
Publications:
Kurvits, J.; Kurvits, M. (2013). High School Students' Acquisition of Knowledge and Skills through Web-Based Collaboration. The International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education, 20(3), 95 - 102.
10. Development of mathematical knowledge
Regina’s PhD project is in teaching and learning of percentages. It includes investigating students' conceptual understanding and attitudes towards this topic. The aim is to develop more understandable and emotionally gripping learning materialson this topic.
Publications
•Reinup, R. 2012. Teaching the topic of percentages in the secondary school. Proceedings of the Sixth Nordic Conference on Mathematics Education, University of Iceland Press, 707.
•Reinup, R. 2011. Teaching nimber lins, fractions, decimals and percentages as an integrated system. C. Winslow, R. Evans (Eds.). Didactics as Design Science. Copenhagen University Press, 71 – 81.
•Reinup, R. 2010. Developing of mathematics teachers’ community: five groups, five different ways. Proceedings of the Sixth Congress of the European Society for Research in Mathematics Education. Paris, Institut National de Recherche Pédagogique, 1831 - 1840
•Reinup, R. 2010. Mearuring pupils’ attitudes: an experience of a study. Proceedings of the conference MAVI-15: Ongoing research on beliefs in mathematics education. Department of Mathematics, University of Genoa, 193 – 203.
•Reinup, R. 2009. Emotional teaching methods in the elementary stage of percentage learning. In J. Maasz, W. Schloeglmann. Beliefs And Attitudes In Mathematics Education, Sense Publishers, 87 – 98.
11. Students’ view of mathematics
Indrek Kaldo explores university students’ view of mathematics across the disciplines having at least one compulsory mathematics course. More specifically, we want to answer the following questions:
a) What kind of structure can be identified to describe the construct view of mathematics?
b) What are the general tendencies in the Estonian university students’ mathematics related View of mathematics as measured through motivational orientation, Value of Mathematics, Competence beliefs, Perception of Teacher Role, and Cheating Behaviour?
c) Is there a difference between science and non-science students’ view of mathematics in Estonian universities?
Publications:
•Kaldo, I. (2011). Structure of students’ view of mathematics in an Estonian Business School. Nordic Studies in Mathematics Education, 16(1-2), 77 – 94.
•Kaldo, I., & Hannula, M. S. (2012). Structure of university students’ view of mathematics in Estonia. Nordic Studies in Mathematics Education, 17(2), 5 – 26.
•Kaldo, I., & Reiska, P. (2012). Estonian science and non-science students’ attitudes towards mathematics at the university level. Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications: International Journal of the IMA, 31(2), 95-105.
•Kaldo, I., & Hannula, M. S. (2014). Gender differences favouring females in university students’ views of mathematics in Estonia. Nordic Studies in Mathematics Education, 19(1), 3-22.
• Kaldo, I. (2014). View of mathematics – an investigation of Estonian university students. Nordic Studies in Mathematics Education, 19(2), 5-33.
12. Teachers’ beliefs
Belief research in mathematics education has focussed on how teachers view the nature of mathematics, its learning and teaching, and teaching in general (Dionne, 1984; Ernest, 1991; Liljedahl, Rösken, & Rolka, 2007).
Teachers’ beliefs concerning mathematics, its teaching and learning reflect a teacher’s priorities for the practices of mathematics classrooms and play a significant role in shaping teachers’ characteristic patterns of instructional behaviour (Thompson, 1992).
It is assumed, that what one beliefs influences what one does – beliefs act as teacher’s pedagogical predispositions. Beliefs are factors shaping teacher’s decisions, for example, about what teaching routines are apropriate, what goals should be accomplished and what should the learning look like (Schoenfeld, 1998).
13.
14. NorBa study
It was agreed to focus on teachers’ beliefs about:
school microculture;
general pedagogical approach (conceptions of teaching/ learning in general);
effective/good teaching of mathematics;
their own classroom practice and textbook usage.
Research method: survey with Likert scale statements
Colleagues from Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Russia agreed to participate.
Overall sample size at the moment is approximately 1500 Nordic&Baltic teachers + 1000 Russian teachers.
15. General Pedagogical beliefs
Items of the questionnaire were subjected to Principal Component Analyses.
The number of factors extracted was determined by eigenvalues and scree diagrams. Based on these criteria it was decided to explore solutions of four, three and two factors.
The best solution was found in two-component structure.
The two-component solution explained a total of 32% of the variance.
The first factor (DF1) was labeled as
Reasoning and conceptual understanding (α=.73).
The second factor (DF2) was labeled as
Mastery of skills and facts (α=.68).
16. Good teaching means:
Mastery of skills and facts
- learning algorithms and drill of exercises
- learning facts
- quiet classrooms
Reasoning and conceptual understanding
- students own discoveries
- students work on practical and real-life problems
- students working, explaining and discussing in small
groups
- facilitating the students’ conceptual understanding
17. Two factors model
It is interesting that constructs described by factors 1 and 2 appeared as independent components and not as opposite extremes of one scale.
So in case of individual teacher they both may exist in parallel.
Teacher who emphasizes constructivist approach to teaching may value highly also practicing of routine procedures.
18. Belief profiles
According to the different degrees of agreement with ideas regarding these two factors typical belief profiles could be derived (DF1 x DF2) (9 possible profiles).
These belief profiles describe models of teachers’ conceptions of good mathematics teaching.
19. DF1= agree DF2= neutral
These teachers compromise both approaches.
Transmission of knowledge in combination with construction of knowledge. Rear use of discoveries and small group activities.
Instrumental aspect is not stressed. Neutral towards formal training of skills.
326 teachers (40%)
Estonia 42%
Latvia 37%
Finland 47%
Belief profiles: modest compromise
20. DF1= fully agree DF2= fully disagree, disagree
Teaching via discoveries, real-life problems; small group activities. Facilitating conceptual understanding.
Formal training of skills is not valued. Instrumental aspect is not stressed.
31 teachers (4%)
Estonia 1%
Latvia 6%
Finland 4%
Belief profiles: radical constructivists
21. DF1= disagree, neutral DF2= fully agree, agree
Teachers who tend to see the most important goal of mathematics instruction in formal training of skills. They value teaching through practicing of routines. Instrumental understanding is stressed.
Teaching is considered first and foremost the direct transmission of knowledge from the teacher to the pupil.
Teaching doesn’t use discoveries, nor real-life problems; nor small group activities. Transmission of knowledge.
16 teachers (2%)
Estonia 2.4%
Latvia 2.1%
Finland 2.1%
Belief profiles: radical traditionalists
22. DF1= fully agree DF2= fully agree, agree
Teachers believing into both approaches in parallel. They emphasize teaching activities aiming at developing conceptual understanding and at the same time value highly instrumental part of mathematical knowledge and stress training of routines and learning of facts and skills.
Teaching via discoveries, small group activities.
Teaching of skills, fluency through practicing of routines.
38 teachers (5%)
Estonia 5.1%
Latvia 5.1%
Finland 1.1%
Belief profiles: reconciliation of polarities
23. Contextual influences on beliefs
The implementation of teacher’s beliefs into the practice is influenced also by the context: norms and pedagogical traditions in the country, school culture, social background of the students, etc.
This makes the relationship between teachers’ beliefs and their teaching practice not linear; research often reports inconsistencies between teachers’ beliefs and their actions (Cooney, 1985; Skott, 2009).
24. Cross-cultural differences
So far, there have been few studies that compare teacher beliefs across countries (e.g., Andrews, 2007; Andrews & Hatch, 2000; Felbrich, Kaiser & Schmotz, 2012, OECD, 2009).
One commonly recognised finding is that beliefs are culturally informed and impact differentially on classroom practice (Andrews & Hatch, 2000; Felbrich, Kaiser & Schmotz, 2012).
Cross-cultural differences in teachers’ beliefs can provide important information regarding the scope of possible classroom practice and teachers’ inclination to different teaching approaches.
As such, beliefs held by mathematics teachers in different countries provide an interesting window through which to study mathematics teaching in those countries.
25. Two levels of contextual factors We suggest an overall theoretical frame for the role of culture, school micro-culture, and teacher beliefs in the formation of actual classroom practices:
CULTURE Nationality Language SCHOOL MICROCULTURE TEACHER BELIEFS General teaching beliefs Mathematics teaching beliefs TEACHING PRACTICES
26. Publications: belief studies
Lepik, M.; Kislenko, K. (2014). Estonian Mathematics Teachers' Beliefs about Teaching and Their Self-Reported Practices. A.Liimets, M. Veisson (Eds.). Teachers and Youth in Educational Reality. Frankfurt: P. Lang, 23 – 41.
Lepik, Madis; Elvisto, Tiina; Oder, Tuuli; Talts, Leida (2014). Õpetajate üldpedagoogiliste uskumuste struktuur ja tüüpprofiilid. Krull, E.; Leijen, Ä.; Lepik, M.; Mikk, J.; Talts, L.; Õun, T. (Toim.). Õpetajate professionaalne areng ja selle toetamine. Tartu: Eesti Ülikoolide Kirjastus, 248 - 273.
Pipere, A.; Lepik, M. (2013). Job satisfaction, beliefs and instructional practice: The case of Latvian and Estonian mathematics teachers. Electronic Journal of Research in Educational Psychology, 11(1), 162 - 192.
Lepik, M.; Pipere, A.; Hannula, M.S. (2013). Comparing mathematics teachers’ beliefs about good teaching: the cases of Estonia, Latvia and Finland. Nordic Studies in Mathematics Education, 17(3-4), 177 - 198.
Hannula, M.; Pipere, A.; Lepik, M.; Kislenko, K. (2013). Mathematics teachers' beliefs and schools' micro-culture as predictors of constructivist practices in Estonia, Latvia and Finland. A.Lindmeier; A.Heinze (Toim.). Proceedings of the 37th conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (433 - 440). Kiel, Germany: PME
Lepik, M.; Pipere, A.; Hannula, M. (2013). Mathematics teachers' beliefs about good teaching: A comparision between Estonia, Latvia and Finland. M. Hannula, P. Portaankorva- Koivisto, A. Laine & L. Näveri (Eds.). Current State of Research on Mathematical Beliefs. Helsinki: University of Helsinki Press, 327 – 340.
Hannula, M.S.; Lepik, M.; Pipere, A.; Tuohilampi, L. (2013). Mathematics Teachers' Beliefs in Estonia, Latvia and Finland. Proceedings of the Eighth Congress of the European Society for Research in Mathematics Education. Middle East Technical University, Ankara: ERME, 1865 – 1875.
Lepik, M.; Pipere, A. (2012). Baltic- Nordic comparative study on mathematics teachers' beliefs: Designing research instrument to describe the beliefs and practices of mathematics teachers. Acta Paedagogica Vilnensia, 27, 115 - 123.
27. Metaphors …
Metaphors enable people to understand one phenomenon by comparing it to something else
Metaphors reflect teachers’ unconscious beliefs about teaching and the teacher’s role
Metaphors are seen as a “blueprint” of professional knowledge of teachers’ thinking (Martinez, 2001).
Metaphors are the “master swich” to change teachers’ beliefs (Tobin, 1990)
Metaphor study
28. “Teacher is like ... My brief explanation of the metaphor is as follow.”
29. What?
-Didactics expert
-Pedagogigal expert
-Subject expert
Who?
-Self-referential
Where?
-Contextual
(Beijaard, Verloop and Vermunt 2000,
Löfström, Poom-Valickis and Hannula, 2011)
Categorazing the metaphors – The extended Beijaard model
30. The second mother- who teaches, helps, cares, supports... all of my students, all the time and they know that. They can always talk to me, discuss whatever problems they want and share all their joys with me as well.
Gardener - who sows seeds, weeds, waters, cuts off branches when needed. And so it goes round and round every year, whatever flood or drought there might be, the gardener should always guarantee the blossoming of his/her garden with whatever effort it takes!
Guide - whose task it is to prepare his/her students for real life, guiding the child carefully and gradually into the grown-ups’ world.
Book – offering knowledge and concrete help whenever students ask a question, they will either get an answer or are guided to find the answer themselves.
31. Categorazing the metaphors – emotional connotation (positive, neutral, negative)
A teacher is like a ray of sun that makes others happy creating a friendly and motivated atmosphere
Teacher is like a fool, everyone can call her names, she needs not to be listened to and it is better to disrupt the class