The Efficacy of a Video Library in Alleviating Math Anxiety: A Cross-Country Analysis of Prospective and Primary School Teachers’ Perspectives

This study investigates the impact of a video library containing learning scenarios for mathematics classes on the perceptions of prospective teachers and primary school teachers, with the primary objective of reducing math anxiety. Participants from five different countries provided 541 responses to a questionnaire, evaluating various aspects of the scenario and video content. The research analyzes the key factors influencing participants’ perceptions and explores diverse comparisons based on status, age, work experience years, and country of origin. The questionnaire covers a range of criteria, including the relevance of content, adherence to didactic principles, integration of new technologies, alignment with mathematics curriculum requirements, incorporation of robotics, and effectiveness in reducing math anxiety. The study further delves into the promotion of purposeful teaching/learning processes, differentiation of tasks, suitability for various literacy levels, and encouragement of active participation. The findings contribute valuable insights into the global applicability of scenario-based videos, especially in leveraging educational robotics to enhance mathematics education and alleviate math anxiety among students.