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Rowlett, Peter; Corner, Alexander S. – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2022
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the teaching of programming for undergraduate mathematicians was moved online. This was delivered asynchronously, with students working through notes and exercises and asking for help from staff via online messages as needed. Staff delivery time was redirected from content delivery into a formal system of formative…
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, Programming, Undergraduate Students
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Rowlett, Peter; Smith, Edward; Corner, Alexander S.; O'Sullivan, David; Waldock, Jeff – International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 2019
A literature review establishes a working definition of recreational mathematics: a type of play which is enjoyable and requires mathematical thinking or skills to engage with. Typically, it is accessible to a wide range of people and can be effectively used to motivate engagement with and develop understanding of mathematical ideas or concepts.…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods, Recreational Activities, Mathematics Skills