ReMATH - Representing Mathematics with Digital Media
ReMath plans to further develop the theory of human cognition by studying mathematical learning through a representations-centred approach.
- Strategic objective: Technology-enhanced Learning
- Project type: Specific targeted research project (STREP)
- Start date: 1 December 2005
- Duration: 42 months
- EU funding: € 2 171 000
- Number of partners: 8
- Project coordinator: Research Academic Computer Technology Institute (CTI), Patras, Greece
- Contact: Prof. Chronis Kynigos
The ReMath project addresses the problem of wide-ranging dissatisfaction with the state of mathematics education in Europe and the weak impact of R&D work on using ICT for its improvement. Theoretical frameworks emerging from state-of-the-art research on learning mathematics with digital media are fragmented and involve assumptions bound to the specific contexts from which they emerged. This has greatly weakened the impact of these frameworks on cognitive theory and practice. It has also weakened the impact of digital media on mathematical teaching and learning in schools.
The objective of ReMath is to integrate theories on mathematical teaching and learning with digital technologies at a European level, taking a 'learning through representing' approach and focusing on the didactical functionality of digital media. The work will be based on evidence from experience and involve a cyclical process of:
- developing six state-of-the-art dynamic digital artefacts for representing mathematics involving the domains of algebra, geometry and applied mathematics;
- developing scenarios for the use of these artefacts for educational added value;
- carrying out empirical research involving cross-experimentation in realistic educational contexts.
Work will focus on primary to secondary schooling levels while giving a balanced attention to both teachers and students and incorporating a range of innovative and technologically enhanced traditional representations.
The consortium consists of internationally recognised members all of whom have integrated technological and educational research expertise.
ReMath has a potential impact on the educational system through the development of an integrated digital learning space for math education which will be available in different European languages.