Pre-Service Mathematics Teachers' Performance on Reflection on Mathematics Teaching and Learning Using GeoGebra Programme

The advancement of applied mathematics founded upon information technology represents a pivotal aspect of contemporary mathematical development, with the integration of (IT) information technology into the mathematics curriculum becoming an indispensable necessity. The study of relevant IT-based courses by pre-service mathematics teachers will contribute to their professional development, as will their reflection on their teaching. This study combines the two, using 40 Master of Education students from a university as respondents and employing open-ended interviews to investigate the reflective performance of pre-service mathematics teachers in teaching mathematics after completing the GeoGebra course. Subsequently, the data were analysed from three perspectives: dimensions of reflection, level of reflection and degree of collaboration. The results were concluded as follows: 1. The dimensions of pre-service teachers' reflection was extensive but skewed, and reflection on the students' aspect was not yet evident; 2. The level of reflection was "describes only" (Level 1) and single-angle analytical (Level 2); 3. The degree of collaboration in teaching reflection was predominantly limited to "integration" and "self only"; 4. In conclusion, the GeoGebra programme can be considered an effective tool for assisting pre-service teachers in teaching mathematics. Therefore, it is suggested that: 1. It is recommended that higher education institutions reinforce the training of prospective mathematics teachers by incorporating pertinent GeoGebra courses into their curriculum. 2. Pre-service mathematics teachers should take the initiative to conduct learning, research, and reflection, and to improve their own awareness and ability to reflect, so that they can: (1) Strengthen their own mathematical knowledge and technical knowledge, and improve their own quality and professionalism; (2) Conduct multiple analyses by considering both teachers, students, and mathematics. knowledge reserves, improve their own quality and professionalism; (3) Pay attention to both group work and be able to think independently to identify problems.

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Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies
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2024-08-31
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https://doi.org/10.9734/ajess/2024/v50i91579
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Mathematics Education and Pedagogy
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Pre-Service Mathematics Teachers' Performance on Reflection on Mathematics Teaching and Learning Using GeoGebra Programme

Di Wang
Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies
Mathematics Education and Pedagogy
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Pre-Service Mathematics Teachers' Performance on Reflection on Mathematics Teaching and Learning Using GeoGebra Programme

Di Wang
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Abstract

The advancement of applied mathematics founded upon information technology represents a pivotal aspect of contemporary mathematical development, with the integration of (IT) information technology into the mathematics curriculum becoming an indispensable necessity. The study of relevant IT-based courses by pre-service mathematics teachers will contribute to their professional development, as will their reflection on their teaching. This study combines the two, using 40 Master of Education students from a university as respondents and employing open-ended interviews to investigate the reflective performance of pre-service mathematics teachers in teaching mathematics after completing the GeoGebra course. Subsequently, the data were analysed from three perspectives: dimensions of reflection, level of reflection and degree of collaboration. The results were concluded as follows: 1. The dimensions of pre-service teachers' reflection was extensive but skewed, and reflection on the students' aspect was not yet evident; 2. The level of reflection was "describes only" (Level 1) and single-angle analytical (Level 2); 3. The degree of collaboration in teaching reflection was predominantly limited to "integration" and "self only"; 4. In conclusion, the GeoGebra programme can be considered an effective tool for assisting pre-service teachers in teaching mathematics. Therefore, it is suggested that: 1. It is recommended that higher education institutions reinforce the training of prospective mathematics teachers by incorporating pertinent GeoGebra courses into their curriculum. 2. Pre-service mathematics teachers should take the initiative to conduct learning, research, and reflection, and to improve their own awareness and ability to reflect, so that they can: (1) Strengthen their own mathematical knowledge and technical knowledge, and improve their own quality and professionalism; (2) Conduct multiple analyses by considering both teachers, students, and mathematics. knowledge reserves, improve their own quality and professionalism; (3) Pay attention to both group work and be able to think independently to identify problems.

Asian Journal of Education and Social StudiesVol. 50(9)
Shandong Normal University (CN)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 75%
Mathematics Education and Pedagogy
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