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Scripted Identities of the Mathematics Learner: Blurring Fiction and Fact in the Presentation of Research Data

Scripted Identities of the Mathematics Learner: Blurring Fiction and Fact in the Presentation of Research Data

Authors :
Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (MERGA)
Lisa Darragh
Alice Smith
Source :
Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia. 2024.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Research on mathematics learner identity often relies on interview data and presents case studies of individuals. This method allows an in-depth understanding of the person and their relationship with mathematics, but fails to generate a larger picture of identity with more breadth. In this paper we propose a method that blurs the boundaries of fiction and fact by creating fictional characters and a playscript derived from questionnaire response data of senior secondary mathematics students. We argue that this method allows for a wide representation of learner identity without sacrificing the individual voice that may resonate for various stakeholders within mathematics education.

Details

Language :
English
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia
Publication Type :
Conference
Accession number :
ED661093
Document Type :
Speeches/Meeting Papers<br />Reports - Research