Abstract
Design-based research is used to evaluate an appropriate design for teachers’ professional learning on improving the teaching of mathematics in Elementary schools in Papua New Guinea using local languages and cultural practices. It builds on research into mathematical cultural practices in PNG societies, knowledge of children learning mathematics, perspectives on equity in education, and understanding of language complexities and how they relate to mathematics education. The design is implemented in a professional learning workshop and then evaluated and modified. This paper presents the results from the first phase of implementation of the design and how it has been slightly modified for future implementations.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | ICPAM-Lae 2013 |
| Subtitle of host publication | First proceedings |
| Editors | John Pumwa |
| Place of Publication | Lae, Papua New Guinea |
| Publisher | Papua New Guinea University of Technology |
| Pages | 84-95 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9980561203 |
| Publication status | Published - 2013 |
| Event | International Conference on Pure and Applied Mathematics (ICPAM-Lae) - Lae, Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea Duration: 25 Nov 2013 → 28 Nov 2013 |
Conference
| Conference | International Conference on Pure and Applied Mathematics (ICPAM-Lae) |
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| Country/Territory | Papua New Guinea |
| Period | 25/11/13 → 28/11/13 |