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Non-euclidean geometry and its possible role in the secondary school mathematics syllabus

Fish, Washiela (1996-01)

There are numerous problems associated with the teaching of Euclidean geometry at secondary schools today. Students do not see the necessity of proving results which have been obtained intuitively. They do not comprehend ...
Algebraïese simbole : die historiese ontwikkeling, gebruik en onderrig daarvan

Stols, Gert Hendrikus. (1996-06)

Die gebruik van simbole maak wiskunde eenvoudiger en kragtiger, maar ook moeiliker verstaanbaar. Laasgenoemde kan voorkom word as slegs eenvoudige en noodsaaklike simbole gebruik word, met die verduidelikings en motiverings ...
An investigation into the solving of polynomial equations and the implications for secondary school mathematics

Maharaj, Aneshkumar (1998-06)

This study investigates the possibilities and implications for the teaching of the solving of polynomial equations. It is historically directed and also focusses on the working procedures in algebra which target the ...
An investigation of the influence of visualisation, exploring patterns and generalisation on thinking levels in the formation of the concepts of sequences and series

Nixon, Edith Glenda (2002-11)

Piaget and Freudenthal advocated thinking levels. In the 1950's the van Hieles developed a five level model of geometric thought. Judith Land adapted the model in 1990, utilising four levels to teach the concept ...
An analysis of teacher competences in a problem-centred approach to dynamic geometry teaching

Ndlovu, Mdutshekelwa (2004-11)

The subject of teacher competences or knowledge has been a key issue in mathematics education reform. This study attempts to identify and analyze teacher competences necessary in the orchestration of a problem-centred ...
Investigating the effect of implementing a context-based problem solving instruction on learners' performance

Dhlamini, Joseph Jabulane (2012-11)

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of context-based problem solving instruction (CBPSI) on the problem solving performance of Grade 10 learners, who performed poorly in mathematics. A cognitive load theory ...
Exploring problems encountered in the teaching and learning of statistics in grade 11

Makwakwa, Eva (2012-12)

The purpose of the study was to explore problems encountered in the teaching and learning of statistics in grade 11 and to offer ways of addressing them. A convenient sample of 100 grade 11 mathematics teachers and 448 ...
Immigrant learners learning linear programming in multilingual classrooms in South Africa

Nkambule, Thulisile (2013-02)

This study used discourse analysis (Gee, 2011; 2005; 1999) in order to explore a socio-situated view of how teachers created learning opportunities for the participation of immigrant learners when learning linear programming ...
An investigation into the difficulties faced by Form C students in the learning of transformation geometry in Lesotho secondary schools

Evbuomwan, Dickson (2013-02)

The Lesotho Junior Secondary Examination Analysis (2009 and 2010) revealed that students performance in Mathematics in general and Transformation geometry of rotation in particular was generally poor. Only a few number of ...
Implementing the National curriculum statement : how is instructional capacity in the teaching and learning of mathematics constructed, organised and replenished in secondary schools?

Chigonga, Benard (2013-05)

A study was undertaken to explore what constitutes instructional capacity in the teaching and learning of mathematics (TLM), with a focus on how schools (as institutions of teaching and learning) integrate resources for a ...
Mentoring as a professional development for mathematical literacy teachers in the Greater Taung area

Owusu-Mensah, James (2013-05)

The study seeks to examine the role of mentoring and how it could be used in the process of professional development of mathematical literacy teachers in the Greater Taung area. The study attempts to flag the importance ...
Exploring solution strategies that can enhance the achievement of low-performing grade 12 learners in some mathematical aspects

Machisi, Eric (2013-06)

The purpose of this study was to explore solution strategies that can enhance the achievement of low-performing Grade 12 learners in the following mathematical aspects: finding the general term of a quadratic sequence, ...
The development of mathematical problem solving skills of Grade 8 learners in a problem-centered teaching and learning environment at a secondary school in Gauteng

Chirinda, Brantina (2013-06)

This mixed methods research design, which was modelled on the constructivist view of schooling, sets out to investigate the effect of developing mathematical problem solving skills of grade 8 learners on their performance and ...
A framework for the development of pedagogical content knowledge for secondary school statistics teachers

Makina, Antonia (2013-11)

The study developed and designed a pedagogical content knowledge framework to guide and support the professional development of pedagogical content knowledge to about 130 statistics teachers. It captured the experiences ...
An investigation into the factors impacting on the selection and adoption of constructivist teaching methods by mathematics teachers in selected Gauteng urban schools

Moyo, Innocent (2014-05)

Constructivist teaching strategies are undeniably accepted as effective in achieving the desired educational goals of constructing knowledge through active and creative inquiry. Inasmuch as teachers would love to adopt ...
Assessing the algebraic problem solving skills of Grade 12 learners in Oshana Region, Namibia

Lupahla, Nhlanhla (2014-06)

This study used Polya’s problem-solving model to map the level of development of the algebraic problem solving skills of Grade 12 learners from the Oshana Region in Northern Namibia. Deficiencies in problem solving skills ...
Relationship between learners' mathematics-related belief systems and their approaches to non-routine mathematical problem solving : a case study of three high schools in Tshwane North district (D3), South Africa

Chirove, Munyaradzi (2014-06)

The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between High School learners‟ mathematics-related belief systems and their approaches to mathematics non-routine problem-solving. A mixed methods approach was ...
Anxiety and lack of motivation as factors affecting success rates in bridging mathematics

Sofowora, Samson Oluwaseun (2014-11)

The aversion to the study of mathematics and the resultant poor performance by students generally cannot be overemphasized and this still poses a great threat to the needed skills in the science, technology and commerce ...
The effect of using a computer assisted instruction on teaching circle geometry in grade 11

Gweshe, Lovejoy Comfort (2014-12)

South African learners continue to perform poorly in high school Circle Geometry. Lack of learner confidence and motivation in Mathematics may be the contributing factors to the low success rate in Circle Geometry. These ...
Language practices of trilingual undergraduate students engaging with mathematics in Kenya

Njurai, Evelyn Wanjiru (2015)

This study explored language practices of trilingual undergraduate students of mathematics as they made sense of an algebraic task. Specifically, the study set out to explore whether, how and why trilingual undergraduate ...

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