Action Learning And Concept Motivation In Mathematics Teaching

Action Learning and Concept Motivation in Mathematics TeachingAngela D. Wheeler Education, Central Michigan University EDU 660 – Methods of Education Research Dr. Scott Roberts January 12, 2022Chapter 1: The problem definedBackground Statement Conceptual motivation was introduced by Spanish mathematician Julio Rey Pastor (Nurzia, 1992). It is based on a conceptual change of mathematics knowledge. A mathematics concept has two types: external and internal. External type is learned through activities like games, where learners are encouraged to solve problems (Möller et al., 2009). Internal type is represented in language or symbols that are used to describe it using concepts or theories, which are essential for problem-solving. Math learning is an activity that requires personal motivation in order to have effective study results. Some learners are more capable than others to achieve it. Personal motivation is also related with how learners perceive themselves as mathematicians, and their interest in solving problems.Mathematical action learning is defined as praxis between teachers and students. Teachers make use of mathematics concepts through real life examples or demonstrations. Then they motivate students by