Author: Kakoma Luneta Mathematics is mostly an abstract subject. In addition, it involves having to learn arithmetic and numerical rules that are often difficult for learners. In order to assist learners, educators need to understand mathematical cognition. Mathematic cognition can be described as a mental activity that is complex; and is responsible for accomplishments such …
Authors: Caroline Long, Johann Engelbrecht, Vanessa Scherman and Tim Dunne The objectives of the South African Mathematics Olympiad (SAMO) are to generate enthusiasm and interest in mathematics; to enrich the study of mathematics; to promote mathematical problem-solving proficiency; to equip contestants for university level mathematical thinking; and to identify and inform selection of the finest …
Authors: Gerrit Stols, Caroline Long and Tim Dunne A six-month geometry course was given to pre-service teachers at the University of Pretoria. To see what, if any, difference it had made to the students’ proficiency. The CDASSG Van Hiele Geometry Test was administered both before and after the course. This test evaluates students’ performance in …
Authors: Caroline Long, Tim Dunne and Hendrik de Kock Bloom’s taxonomy is one of the taxonomies most frequently used for assessment, curriculum design and defining goals for instructional activities. However, it does not provide adequate feedback to teachers on how to improve or direct instructional activities; and neither does it fully relate to the assessment …
Authors: Caroline Long, Sarah Bansilal and Rajan Debba Mathematical Literacy (ML) is a fairly new subject in secondary schools and work needs to be done on ways of assessing students’ competence. Tests need to be very carefully designed and marked if they are to be a reliable instrument and provide useful information to teachers and …
Author: Luneta Kakoma Legislators, economist and other stake holders have great interest in assessment because they see it as a means of ensuring accountability. Assessment also serves as indicator of the quality and quantity of school programs and teaching personnel. Assessment is not only relevant to policy makers, it is also a diagnostic tool for …
Authors: Pirjo Aunio, Riika Mononen, Lara Ragpot and Minna Törmänen What kind of mathematical skills do children have when they enter school? It is important to find out, because those who lack numeracy skills at an early stage are known to lag behind throughout higher education. The main aim of this study was to investigate …
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