Technology and Mathematics Education: Evaluation, Research and Practice

Dear Colleagues,

Technology has noticeably changed educational approaches, especially in mathematics education, where it plays a vital role in both teaching and learning.  By ‘technology,’ we refer to a wide variety of technological tools and resources, including interactive applets, online homework systems, learning management systems, online games, interactive white boards, and more. Effective use of technology in mathematics teaching enhances students' learning of abstract concepts by providing dynamic, interactive, and visually rich learning environments, thereby supporting their mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills. 

Given the increasing accessibility of rapidly evolving technological tools and resources, it has become critical to explore, evaluate, and identify the instructional methods that effectively integrate technology into mathematics education. This Special Issue, “Technology and Mathematics Educations: Evaluation, Research, and Practice,” aims to highlight pioneering research that explores innovative ways of harnessing technology to advance mathematics teaching and learning at all educational levels. 

The importance of this research lies not only in its potential to improve individual student outcomes but also in its capacity to transform educational practices. Through rigorous evaluation and innovative research, this Special Issue intends to provide research-based insights that can inform and guide the effective use of technology in mathematics education.  We invite studies that do not only show measurable improvements in learning outcomes but also critically evaluate the pedagogical shifts driven by technological tools. This includes addressing challenges such as equitable access to technology, effective teacher training, and the sustainability of technology use in diverse educational settings. 

This Special Issue serves as a crucial platform for providing innovative research and practical insights that can shape the future of mathematics education. By contributing to “Technology and Mathematics Education: Evaluation, Research, and Practice,” researchers will obtain a unique opportunity to influence a broad audience of educators, policymakers, and academics and enhance innovative practices in mathematics education. Join us in this initiative to utilize technology to build more engaging, effective, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environments. 

Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Accessibility and equity in technology-based mathematics education;
• Online collaborative tools for mathematics education;
• Impact of digital tools on understanding mathematical concepts;
• Blended learning models and their effectiveness in math teaching;
• Technology-enhanced formative assessment;
• Effects of E-textbooks and digital resources in learning mathematics;
• Game-based learning and gamification;
• Professional development for mathematics teachers in technology-enhanced settings;
• Data analytics in mathematics education;
• Machine learning and AI in individualized mathematics instruction.

Dr. Mustafa Demir
Guest Editor

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• interactive applets
• accessibility and equity
• collaborative learning
• online homework systems
• professional development
• game-based learning
• data analytics
• machine learning and AI