In your research you employ a pedagogical focus on noticing on patterns, properties and structure reflected in mathematics tasks. In what way did this focus shape the approach to analysis of the data captured of the pupils modelling, their conversations, their facial expressions and other reactions? The pedagogical focus on noticing was crucial in and entirely underpinned my … [Read more...]
In conversation with Ken Ruthven (BSRLM Honorary Award 2023)
If you had to choose one thing, what would you see as a significant contribution you have made to BSRLM? Perhaps the most significant thing that we achieved during my term as Chair of BSRLM was to transform Research in Mathematics Education (RME) from an annual in-house publication into an international journal managed by the Society, published by Taylor and Francis, and … [Read more...]
Call for RME Editorial Board members – deadline 31st August 2022
Research in Mathematics Education Call for Editorial Board Members Research in Mathematics Education (RME) is an international English language journal, publishing original refereed articles on all aspects of mathematics education. Papers address the central issues in terms which are of relevance across educational systems and informed by wider thinking in the field. … [Read more...]
More than just a game: Playing with Mathematics. By Yasin Memis
More than just a game: Playing with Mathematics Games are enjoyed by people of all ages. But can the enjoyable games become a tool to teach maths? In order to answer this question, it is helpful to analyse the relationship between expert mathematicians and games. The memoir of Leelavati Prize winner mathematician Ali Nesin helps us to understand the special relationship … [Read more...]
Autumn (Online) Conference Keynote
Professor Anne Watson has kindly shared with the BSRLM the recording of her plenary presentation ‘Care in Mathematics Education’ at the Autumn 2021 Conference. The focus of the presentation is to develop a picture of how teachers care for the learning of mathematics, conjoining care for learners with care for mathematics. To understand more about this, she sought information … [Read more...]