Journal of Mathematical Behavior
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Insights in Mathematical Education
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Mathematical Understanding and Cognition:
The journal investigates how students and teachers conceptualize and understand mathematical ideas, including reasoning, problem-solving, and the development of mathematical thinking. - Teaching Practices and Pedagogical Strategies:
Research on effective teaching methods, instructional strategies, and interventions that promote student engagement and understanding in mathematics. - Equity and Diversity in Mathematics Education:
Exploration of issues related to equity, access, and the experiences of diverse student populations in mathematics education. - Integration of Technology in Mathematics Learning:
Studies on the use of digital tools and resources in teaching and learning mathematics, including the impact of technology on student understanding and engagement. - Historical and Cultural Contexts of Mathematics Education:
Examination of how historical and cultural factors influence mathematics teaching and learning, and the relevance of context in the understanding of mathematical concepts. - Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies:
The journal publishes studies utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods to provide comprehensive insights into mathematical behavior and education.
Trending and Emerging
- Student-Centered Learning and Agency:
Increasing emphasis on student agency, voice, and personalized learning experiences in mathematics education, reflecting a shift towards more participatory teaching methodologies. - Mathematical Discourse and Communication:
Research focusing on the role of discourse in mathematics learning, including how students articulate their mathematical thinking and engage in discussions. - Emotional and Affective Dimensions of Learning:
Exploration of how emotions and affect influence learning in mathematics, highlighting the importance of emotional factors in student engagement and achievement. - Multilingual and Multicultural Approaches:
Emerging research on the experiences of multilingual learners and culturally relevant pedagogy in mathematics education, promoting inclusivity and diversity in the classroom. - Problem Posing and Creative Problem Solving:
A growing focus on the role of problem posing and creative approaches to problem-solving as essential components of mathematics education. - Collaborative Learning Environments:
Research on collaborative learning and its impact on mathematical understanding, emphasizing the importance of social interactions in the learning process.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Assessment Methods:
There is a noticeable decrease in research focused on traditional assessment methods in mathematics education, as the field shifts towards more formative and innovative assessment practices. - Purely Theoretical Mathematical Concepts:
Research that solely explores abstract mathematical theories without a direct connection to teaching practices or student understanding has become less prominent, reflecting a growing emphasis on practical applications. - Separation of Mathematics Education from Other Disciplines:
The journal has shifted towards more interdisciplinary studies, leading to a decline in research that treats mathematics education as an isolated field, without connections to psychology, sociology, or history. - Focus on Curriculum Standards Alone:
Research specifically centered on curriculum standards and their implementation without considering broader educational implications or student experiences is becoming less common.
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