Research group Mathematical and analytical competence of professionals
The research group investigates which mathematical and analytical competence professionals need now that workplaces are changing rapidly due to digitalization and technology. We are committed to equip (prospective) professionals with confidence and a problem-solving attitude to deal with mathematical, numerical and statistical problems in workplace situations.
Lines of research within the research group
Eye-teach-stats
Mathematics teachers lack not only essential statistical knowledge, but also an understanding of students' conceptions and difficulties and how to deal with them. The project addresses this directly through innovative training methods using eye-tracking vignettes.
Mathematics for future engineers: from theory to application
In this project we identify what the young engineer needs in terms of techno-mathematical skills and how education can connect.
Handling contemporary information sources
Exploratory study of what aspects are important for understanding contemporary information sources by people with limited basic skills.
Publications
- Initiating a Common European Numeracy Framework
- Design specifications for a social robot math tutor
- Introducing density histograms to grades 10 and 12 students Design and tryout of an intervention inspired by embodied instrumentation
Education
The research group contributes to relevant and meaningful education, both within the HU and for other educational institutions. Empirical educational research is carried out together with regional, national, and international partners and translated into education.
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Collaboration
The research group collaborates with regional partners such as Utrecht University and various community colleges and with national and international partners and networks.
