The potential and challenges for mathematics teaching & learning in the digital age

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Room LDS 0.17, Design School, Loughborough University

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Thursday May 21, 2015 Thursday May 21, 2015 Europe/London The potential and challenges for mathematics teaching & learning in the digital age IMA, , , , UK The potential and challenges for mathematics teaching & learning in the digital age, a talk by Professor Dame Celia Hoyles […] Event Link: https://ima.org.uk/1741/potential-challenges-mathematics-teaching-learning-digital-age/

The potential and challenges for mathematics teaching & learning in the digital age


The potential and challenges for mathematics teaching & learning in the digital age, a talk by Professor Dame Celia Hoyles DBE (University of London)

Presidential Address

Abstract

There is widespread acceptance that mathematics is important, even vital, for an individual and for society. Those who disagree tend to argue that the subject is boring and irrelevant. It is therefore crucial that mathematics teaching strives to engage all learners at all levels, but without sacrificing the rigour of the subject. In this talk, I will argue that one way to achieve both rigour and broader access to mathematics lies with using appropriately designed digital technology. I will illustrate my argument with examples from research and practice. Finally I will point to ways the IMA might further contribute to this agenda.

No charge is made to attend meetings and non-members are welcome.

Image credit: A student solves a mathematics equation at the Mfantsipim Boys School in Cape Coast by World Bank Photo Collection / Flickr / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
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