One can identify at least three different types of relationships between mathematics and crises. First, mathematics can picture a crisis. This is in accordance with the classic interpretation of mathematical modelling, which highlights that a mathematical model provides a representation of a piece of reality, a reality that could be a critical ...
Ole Skovsmose
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Mathematics or Mathematics for Engineering? [PDF]
It is undeniable that mathematics is indispensable in education and practice of Engineering in all areas. In this paper we discuss the use of some active learning strategies on calculus applied in the first and second years of Engineering degrees. Among other experiences we report a flipped classroom experience, autonomous study and self evaluation ...
Carvalho, Paula, Oliveira, Paula
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MATHEMATICAL SILVER FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL MATHEMATICS
This article shows the result of entrepreneur mathematics by creating mathematical objects from silver. The objects discussed here are accessories to introduce undergraduate students to integrating several aspects of learning mathematics. These are learning geometry modernly, mathematical art, popularizing mathematics for society, introducing ...
Hanna Arini Parhusip +3 more
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On structures in hypergraphs of models of a theory [PDF]
We define and study structural properties of hypergraphs of models of a theory including lattice ones. Characterizations for the lattice properties of hypergraphs of models of a theory, as well as for structures on sets of isomorphism types of models of ...
Kulpeshov, Beibut, Sudoplatov, Sergey
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Mathematical modelling and discrete mathematics: opportunities for modern mathematics teaching
AbstractDiscrete mathematics and mathematical modelling, along with the educational discourse surrounding these, have many connections. However, ways that the educational discourse on discrete mathematics can benefit from the inclusion of examples of mathematical modelling and the accompanying discussion are currently under-researched.
Gilbert Greefrath +3 more
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'They don't use their brains what a pity': school mathematics through the eyes of the older generation [PDF]
The paper considers issues in the teaching of mathematics from the viewpoint of a group of people aged 75 and over. Drawing on written accounts of their use of and attitude to mathematics, extracts are identified in which they reflect on their own ...
Houssart, Jenny
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“Not Like a Big Gap, Something We Could Handle”: Facilitating Shifts in Paradigm in the Supervision of Mathematics Graduates upon Entry into Mathematics Education [PDF]
Mathematics is the discipline that a significant majority of most incoming researchers in mathematics education have prior qualifications and experience in.
Nardi, Elena
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Mathematical proof: from mathematics to school mathematics [PDF]
Proof plays a central role in developing, establishing and communicating mathematical knowledge. Nevertheless, it is not such a central element in school mathematics. This article discusses some issues involving mathematical proof in school, intending to characterize the understanding of mathematical proof in school, its function and the meaning and ...
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Conceptions, language, culture and mathematics and the New Zealand curriculum. [PDF]
In this paper we explore two conceptions of mathematics that are evident in literature. Mathematics as a static body of knowledge is one conception, and another is of mathematics being an endeavour that is constructive and creative.
Bailey, Judy, Taylor, Merilyn
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Engaging with issues of emotionality in mathematics teacher education for social justice [PDF]
This article focuses on the relationship between social justice, emotionality and mathematics teaching in the context of the education of prospective teachers of mathematics.
A Boal +62 more
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