LANDMARKS AND ORIENTATIONS IN TEACHING AND LEARNING SCHOOL MATHEMATICS

This talk explores the interconnected and critical issues of competencies, applications, and assessments in the teaching and learning of school mathematics. We examine the dual roles of competencies as both helpful and questionable, the limits and significance of applications, and the unintended consequences of assessments. These themes are intricately linked and profoundly influence one another. To address these challenges effectively, we analyze the core nature and character of school mathematics as a foundation for informed decision-making. Additionally, we consider the transformative and unpredictable impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on mathematics education, concluding with four practical takeaways for educators and researchers.