In this study, the authors investigate the written feedback provided to primary and secondary pre-service teachers studying a specialisation in mathematics. The analysis focuses on 16 written reports completed by mentor teachers during the penultimate year placement of pre-service teachers. The evaluation employs a framework informed by the…

Hands-on activities help spark student curiosity and deepen understanding for better learning outcomes. This Spotlight will help readers learn more about reducing student ambivalence towards math class; examine proven strategies for reengaging students; examine how coding and social-emotional learning (SEL) can improve engagement and deepen…

In a 2008 working paper published by the U.S. Agency for International Development, the authors lamented that, despite billions of dollars in investment in global education initiatives, access to education had been improved in targeted areas, but the return on investment with regards to learning outcomes was "much less impressive"…

The Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE) is an international, non-profit educational organization. The Association's purpose is to advance the knowledge, theory, and quality of teaching and learning at all levels with information technology. The "EdMedia + Innovate Learning" conference took place in Brussels,…

The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) review of the impact of digital technology on learning, "The Impact of Digital Technology on Learning: A Summary for the Education Endowment Foundation. Full Report" (Higgins et al., 2012) (ED612174), found positive benefits but noted that how technology is used (the pedagogy) is key and that…

The sweeping impact of our times has affected all segments of society, universities included. Society's perception is that universities have not responded to changes, and criticism has been directed at tuition costs, access and willingness to reach out to the community. Yet universities are key if this country is to maintain its leadership as an…

Describes a statistics activity involving estimation of length that provides interesting data for analysis and can help students develop an appreciation for experimental design. Teachers can easily adapt this activity to suit a wide range of levels, and the data produced can motivate the practice of a wide variety of statistical techniques. (ASK)

Activities are presented which involve folding and cutting paper, and then describing the finished product before opening the paper. (JT)

Explores current reforms in both mathematics and science education that emphasize the importance of learning in informal settings. Suggests that informal education must include planned and purposeful attempts to facilitate students' understanding of mathematics and science in community settings other than the local school. (Author/CCM)

In a speech to the Association of Teachers of Mathematics (England), the author presented reasons for presenting mathematics in a more humanistic way. Citing Gattegno, he argued for teaching with the objective of promoting awareness of mathematics, and discussed examples of the advocated approach. (SD)

Activities for providing practice in estimating sums and products using calculators are presented. Worksheets are included. (MN)

Illustrates how the concept of function, which is fundamental to all of mathematics, might be explored in a student-centered learning situation. Stresses the teacher's role as that of a guide, permitting students at times to attempt methods that seem certain to fail. (NEC)

The game of "Life" can be easily adapted for play by small groups and can be used in classroom activities. (SD)

A series of puzzle-type activities combining arithmetic reasoning and geometric figures is described and illustrated. (SD)