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Constantinos Xenofontos – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2025
Building on Umberto Eco's concept of Ur-Fascism, this essay examines how authoritarian traits permeate mathematics education. Through a reflective analysis of my prior research within the context of Cyprus, I discuss troubling patterns of centralised control, rigid traditions, and hierarchical structures shaping the educational landscape. These…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mathematics Education, Authoritarianism, Misinformation
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Palmer, Miquel Alberti – For the Learning of Mathematics, 2010
What is the relationship between research mathematics and the mathematics that arises in non-academic mathematical practices? I answer this question in terms of situated mathematical research, which comprises situated mathematical interpretations and situated mathematical applications. A situated mathematical interpretation of a practice takes…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mathematics, Research, Mathematical Applications
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Hillel, Joel; And Others – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1996
Provides a variety of descriptions and perspectives about a mathematics education conference. Six authors from different countries and with a variety of philosophical views provide insights and interpretations of the conference proceedings. (DDR)
Descriptors: Conference Proceedings, Foreign Countries, Mathematics Education, Reflective Teaching
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Toumasis, Charalampos – For the Learning of Mathematics, 1992
Examined the effects of disruptive behavior in mathematics classes. Reported a case study of 31 Greek students considered to be very difficult. Concluded that an alternative approach toward students' concerns--based on human communication, discussion, and negotiation--improved classroom behavior in general. (MDH)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Case Studies, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques