ERIC Number: EJ1415633
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 16
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ISSN: ISSN-2323-7112
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Characterizing Students' Beliefs about Mathematics as a Discipline
LUMAT: International Journal on Math, Science and Technology Education, v12 n1 p48-63 2024
To fully possess mathematical competence and to understand its relevance, importance and aesthetics, it is essential to be aware of aspects of mathematics not only as a school subject but also as a scientific discipline. In a systematic literature review, the theoretical characterization of compulsory school students' beliefs about mathematics as a discipline is investigated, as well as the empirical tendencies in the nature of their actual beliefs. Furthermore, the valuation of these beliefs is addressed. The 18 included studies demonstrate a clear pattern in applying a dualistic/relativistic spectrum when characterizing and analysing students' beliefs about mathematics as a discipline, with students generally possessing dualistic beliefs, which is in contrast to what is favourable to their learning.
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Beliefs, Mathematics, Elementary School Students, Secondary School Students, Intellectual Disciplines, Mathematics Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses
Education Level: Elementary Education; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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