scholarly journals Scrutinizing two Finnish teachers’ instructional rationales and perceived tensions in enacting student participation in mathematical discourse

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Luoto
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Classroom Discourse ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Secondary Mathematics ◽  
Mathematical Discourse ◽  
Student Needs ◽  
Mathematics Classrooms ◽  
Discourse Practices ◽  
Mathematical Discussions ◽  
And Mathematics

This study employs interviews and observations to investigate instructional rationales of two purposefully sampled teachers with divergent classroom discourse practices in Swedish-speaking Finnish lower secondary mathematics classrooms. Studies on classroom discourse often point to beliefs and contextual factors shaping teachers’ discourse practices. Less is known about how tensions perceived by teachers can influence the instructional rationale in a context such as Finland, known for traditional and teacher-centered mathematics instruction. Findings of this study suggest that these Finnish teachers’ instructional rationales for differently enacted classroom-discourse practices are grounded in similar concerns of student needs, related to student learning, well-being, and equity. One of the teachers perceived a tension between these concerns and mathematics education literature’s ideals of classroom discourse and avoided engaging students in discussions other than in tightly teacher-led format. The other embraced the idea of discourse as facilitating learning and created methods for giving all students equal access to the perceived benefits of mathematical discussions. The identified tensions of student learning, well-being, and equity can be used as guiding principles in developing teachers’ discourse practices in professional development in Finland and beyond.

scholarly journals Implementation of STEM in Secondary Mathematics Classrooms: Identification of Teachers' Beliefs

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Onder Koklu, Ph.D. ◽  
Peter PHAN
Keyword(s):  
Stem Education ◽  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Secondary Level ◽  
Secondary Mathematics ◽  
Math Teachers ◽  
Mathematics Classrooms ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Teachers Beliefs ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Online Form

The purpose of this study was to investigate teachers’ beliefs about the implementation of STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) approach in secondary (6-12 grades) mathematics classes and identify intervening belief aspects. A questionnaire was developed regarding practicing secondary level mathematics teachers’ beliefs about the implementation of STEM in mathematics classes. An online form of the questionnaire was created and sent to all secondary math teachers in two counties in the state of Florida. Eighty-two were received back from teachers. The results of factor analysis confirmed that items were distributed under five major aspects. Finally, the results of the data analysis disclosed that although most teachers believe that the implementation of STEM education is necessary, some have concerns about the effectiveness of the implementation because of shortages of materials, resources, and equipment needed for implementation of STEM. Another important finding is that teachers don’t have appropriate and sufficient knowledge for the implementation of STEM activities.

Rousing Mathematics Classroom Discourse out of the Ice Age

2014 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
pp. 397-400
Author(s):  
Victoria Hand ◽  
Tamsin Meaney
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Education ◽  
Classroom Discourse ◽  
Mathematics Classroom ◽  
Mathematical Discourse ◽  
Ice Age ◽  
Cultural Hybridity ◽  
Global Culture ◽  
Mathematics Classrooms ◽  
Hierarchical Nature

Our connected world is exploding with images and sounds of cultural hybridity and fluidity. Mathematics classrooms, however, remain frozen in time. One consequence of this inertia is that mathematics education, rather than being a way to provide opportunities that lead to better lives for students, continues to limit those opportunities by reproducing existing societal inequities (Ernest, 2009). The inertia continues despite Herculean efforts by a range of stakeholders in mathematics education to broaden and diversify the voices participating in classroom mathematical conversations. What does the contrast between the increasingly dynamic and “flattened” (Friedman, 2005) nature of our global culture and the static and hierarchical nature of the mathematics classroom have to do with a book about classroom mathematical discourse and issues of equity?

The Teacher’s Role in Classroom Discourse: A Review of Recent Research Into Mathematics Classrooms

2008 ◽  
Vol 78 (3) ◽  
pp. 516-551 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Walshaw ◽  
Glenda Anthony
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Classroom Discourse ◽  
Mathematical Discourse ◽  
Classroom Experience ◽  
Mathematical Ideas ◽  
Mathematics Classrooms ◽  
Central Focus ◽  
Classroom Communities ◽  
Current Curriculum

Current curriculum initiatives in mathematics call for the development of classroom communities that take communication about mathematics as a central focus. In these proposals, mathematical discourse involving explanation, argumentation, and defense of mathematical ideas becomes a defining feature of a quality classroom experience. In this article, the authors provide a comprehensive and critical review of what it is that mathematics teachers actually do to deal with classroom discourse. Synthesizing the literature around a number of key themes, the authors critically assess the kinds of human infrastructure that promote mathematical discourse in the classroom and that allow students to achieve desirable outcomes. From the findings, they conclude with implications for teachers.

Making the Most of Mathematical Discussions

2007 ◽  
Vol 101 (4) ◽  
pp. 257-261
Author(s):  
Megan Staples ◽  
Melissa M. Colonis
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Understanding ◽  
Classroom Discourse ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Mathematical Discourse ◽  
Experienced Teachers ◽  
Mathematical Discussions ◽  
Principles And Standards ◽  
Key Aspects ◽  
Insight Into

The importance of mathematical discourse and its connection to developing conceptual understanding, communication, and reasoning is well documented throughout NCTM's Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000). For example, NCTM's Learning Principle emphasizes the role of discourse in supporting student learning, noting that “classroom discourse and social interaction can be used to promote the recognition of connections among ideas and the reorganization of knowledge (Lampert 1986)” (NCTM 2000, p. 21). The skillful facilitation of discussions is something both novice and experienced teachers find challenging. Most teachers can recall a well-planned lesson that did not unfold as expected. From this article, we hope readers gain insight into planning mathematically focused, collaborative discussions. We illuminate three key aspects of the pedagogy of teachers who were successful in consistently organizing whole-class discussions. These teachers created learning environments aligned with NCTM's vision of good practice, where students were given conceptually demanding tasks, worked together to develop ideas, and consistently were asked to make sense of mathematics.

PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS X MIPA SMAN 1 LUBUKLINGGAU MELALUI PENGGUNAAN MEDIA POWERPOINT

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 64-72
Author(s):  
Yetri Ningsih
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Mathematics Learning ◽  
Student Learning Outcomes ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Learning Mathematics ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Improve Student Learning

This research conducted caused by students' score at class X MIPA 4 very low in the vector material. The avarage of score of the daily test obtained by students was 60,5 and it had not yet reached mastery learning. One of the efforts to improve learning outcomes was to use powerpoint as a learning media. The purpose of this study was to determine the increase in activity and mathematics learning outcomes on vector material in learning using PowerPoint.This research design used the classroom action research. The research subjects were 36 students of class X MIPA 4 SMA Negeri 1 Lubuklinggau in the 2019/2020 academic year. Data collected by using tests and observations.The test used to obtain student learning outcomes in each cycle, while observation used to determine the learning process in each cycle. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results showed that the average score of student learning outcomes in the first cycle was 62.2 and 77.3 in the second cycle. The percentage of student learning completeness in the first cycle was 52.8%, in the second cycle it was 80.6%. The percentage of improvement in student learning outcomes after being given action was 15.29%. So it can be concluded that learning mathematics by using powerpoint media can improve student learning outcomes in class X MIPA 4 SMA Negeri 1 Lubuklinggau in the 2019/2020 academic year.

scholarly journals Context and Implications Document for: Assessment And The Logic Of Instructional Practice In Secondary 3 English And Mathematics Classrooms In Singapore

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 122-123
Author(s):  
David Hogan ◽  
Melvin Chan ◽  
Ridzuan Rahim ◽  
Aye Khin Maung ◽  
Loo Siok Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Practice ◽  
Mathematics Classrooms ◽  
And Mathematics

scholarly journals Meta Analisis Pengaruh Integrasi Pendidikan STEM dalam Model Project Based Learning Terhadap Hasil Belajar Siswa

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurul Izzah ◽  
Venny Mulyana
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Stem Education ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Student Learning Outcomes ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Project Based Learning ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Student Centered Learning ◽  
And Mathematics

Education is essentially an activity carried out by students which results in changes in themselves. This principle implies that what must be prioritized is the learning activities of students instead of something that is given to students. STEM-based learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) can train students to apply their knowledge to create designs as a form of solving environmental problems by utilizing technology. The learning model recommended for use in the 2013 curriculum is a student-centered learning model, one of which is the Project Based Learning model. This study will analyze how much influence STEM education with the PjBL model has on student learning outcomes. This study uses a meta-analysis method. determined via the Effect Size (ES). Research data were obtained from 25 national and international journals. The meta-analysis study is based on three categories, namely education level, subjects and student learning outcomes. The results showed that; first, the influence of the PjBL model of STEM education based on the level of education is most effective in SMP. ES value = 1.89 and categorized as high. Second, based on the type of subject, the most effective influence of the PjBL model of STEM education is Mathematics. ES value = 3,7 and categorized as high. Third, based on student learning outcomes, the influence of the PjBL model of STEM education is the most effective in the aspect of skills. ES value = 1.68 and categorized as high.

scholarly journals Pemanfaatan Youtube Sebagai Media Pembelajaran Bahasa Jepang di SMAN 10 Malang Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-86
Author(s):  
Dhevi Amalia Hermawan
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Student Response ◽  
Japanese Language ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Education Policies ◽  
Language Class ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Mathematics

SMAN 10 Malang began implementing learning from home activities since the issuance of a circular from the government regarding the implementation of education policies during the Covid-19 emergency. Japanese language learning which is one of the subjects at SMAN 10 Malang that is studied by students majoring in Language and Mathematics and Natural Sciences, is also carried out online. In meeting these challenges, Youtube media is used for Japanese language learning during home learning activities (BDR). This study aims to describe the use of Youtube in Japanese language class dan to determine how interest and student learning outcomes in Japanese language learning using Youtube media during BDR activities. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative method with the process of collecting primary data through the results of student response questionnaires, as well as secondary data through the results of evaluation of student learning in Japanese language learning using Youtube media. The results of data analysis showed that students' interest in using Youtube media as a medium for learning Japanese language during BDR activities was in highest criteria. Moreover, the data has shown a satisfactory result in learning Japanese language through Youtube as a learning media.

scholarly journals An innovative STEM outreach model (OH-Kids) to foster the next generation of geoscientists, engineers, and technologists

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 187-199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adrián Pedrozo-Acuña ◽  
Roberto J. Favero Jr. ◽  
Alejandra Amaro-Loza ◽  
Roberta K. Mocva-Kurek ◽  
Juan A. Sánchez-Peralta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Stem Learning ◽  
Information And Communications Technologies ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
Communications Technologies ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Problem Solvers

Abstract. Childhood education programmes aiming at incorporating topics related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) have gained recognition as key levers in the progress of education for all students. Inspiring young people to take part in the discovery and delivery of science is of paramount importance not only for their well-being but also for their future human development. To address this need, an outreach model entitled OH-Kids was designed to empower pupils through the development of high-quality STEM learning experiences based on a research project. The model is an opportunity for primary school learners to meet geoscientists while receiving the take-home message that anyone can get involved in scientific activities. The effort is part of a research project aimed at the real-time monitoring of precipitation in Mexico City, which is a smart solution to rainfall monitoring using information and communications technologies. The argument behind this effort is that in order to produce the next generation of problem-solvers, education should ensure that learners develop an appreciation and working familiarity with a real-world project. Results show success at introducing the role of researchers and STEM topics to 6–12-year-old learners.

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