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ERIC Number: EJ1415674
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Feb
Pages: 6
Abstractor: ERIC
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
EISSN: EISSN-2330-0582
Drawing a Positive Math Identity: Portrait of a Math Person
Liza Bondurant; Liesl McConchie
Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12, v117 n2 p115-120 2024
The concept of a learner's identity in mathematics is complex and multifaceted. Based on a review of the relevant research, the authors believe most factors that influence one's mathematical identity fall within these four categories: (1) past mathematics experiences; (2) personal beliefs and efficacy; (3) future self-representation and belonging; and (4) socio-cultural influences. While there is some overlap, each factor plays a unique role in molding the ongoing formation of a students' mathematical identity. In this article, they will share a powerful classroom activity that incorporates all four elements of a students' mathematical identity, with a strong emphasis on future self-representation and belonging. The aim is to broaden students' definition of what a math person looks like. They implemented this activity with Black and Latinx middle school students, who have been historically marginalized in mathematics spaces.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
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