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R. C. Harwood – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2024
After waiting in a long line for your favourite cup of coffee, you finally sit down with your mug and find that the coffee is still scalding hot! How long do you need to wait before you can enjoy it? Once it cools enough, how much time do you have to enjoy it? Are there ways to speed up the process? These questions motivate the presented modelling…
Descriptors: Heat, Thermodynamics, Science Experiments, Food
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Niamh O'Meara; Olivia Fitzmaurice – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2024
The power and value of mathematics cannot be underestimated. Mathematics is essential in the workplace, for economic growth, for technological advancements and as part of our cultural heritage. Despite this, research reports that second-level students do not appreciate the value of mathematics and fail to see its relevance. One potential reason…
Descriptors: Mathematics Teachers, Preservice Teachers, Teacher Education Programs, Mathematics Instruction