Search for dissertations about: "curriculum materials in mathematics"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 10 swedish dissertations containing the words curriculum materials in mathematics.

2. 1. Exploring systematic lesson variation : A teaching method in mathematics

   Author : Laurence Russell; K.G. Karlsson; Magnus Österholm; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

   Abstract : The study presented in this licentiate thesis explores the student perception of systematically varied lessons, a specific lesson design and exploratory method of teaching mathematics in comprehensive school.Two 9th grade classes are taught in the curriculum defined mathematical core content sections of algebra and mathematical relationships and rate of change but by two different methods. READ MORE

4. 2. Finnish Teacher Guides in Mathematics : Resources for primary school teachers in designing teaching

   Author : Tuula Koljonen; Kirsti Hemmi; Andreas Ryve; Jeppe Skott; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; cultural scripts; curriculum materials in mathematics; Finnish primary school; teacher guides characteristics; resources for teaching; Didactics; didaktik;

   Abstract : Previous research worldwide has shown that curriculum materials maintain a strong presence and constitute an important tool, artefact, in mathematics classrooms. Yet, there is a vast lack of research on the design and the characteristics of teacher guides. READ MORE

5. 3. Pedagogic practice between tradition and renewal : A study of the new mathematics curriculum in Mozambique

   Author : Balbina Mutemba; Candia Morgan; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Mathematics Education; Matematik och lärande;

   Abstract : The new school mathematics curriculum in Mozambique, introduced in 2008, is partly competency-based and it advocates a more student-centred pedagogy. The most salient innovative features are the incorporation of mathematical competencies related to the development of students’ reasoning skills, including argumentation, justification and analytical thinking, and the use of heuristic or inductive methods that promote meaningful students’ participation. READ MORE

6. 4. International large-scale assessments and mathematics textbooks in a curriculum reform process : Changes in lower secondary school algebra in Sweden 1995–2015

   Author : Kristina Palm Kaplan; Johan Prytz; Kajsa Bråting; Astrid Pettersson; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; curriculum reform; algebra; textbooks; international assessment; TIMSS; secondary school; test validity; student achievement.; Curriculum Studies; Didaktik;

   Abstract : Reforming a curriculum entails more than simply launching new steering documents: it includes the development of new materials, evaluation of reform and identification of needs for further action. Drawing from algebra material surrounding the 2011 Swedish curriculum reform, this thesis contributes to understanding the process of curriculum reform concerning mathematics textbooks and international large-scale assessments. READ MORE

7. 5. Supporting instructional improvement at scale : The role of teacher professional development programs and mathematics curriculum materials

   Author : Jannika Lindvall; Andreas Ryve; Marie Wiberg; Magnus Österholm; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; large-scale teacher professional development; core conceptual framework; mathematics curriculum materials; student achievement; mathematics instruction; Didactics; didaktik;

   Abstract : We are currently witnessing an increase of international interest in mathematics education, fueled partly by the growing concerns of students’ declining results, but also by changed perceptions of what mathematics students should master. In response, many initiatives have appeared in order to move away from traditional to more inquiry based approaches to teaching. READ MORE