Analysing the Role of Language in Mathematics Instruction: Challenges of Teaching Mathematics in a Multilingual Context in Kalomo District DOI
Kadonsi Kaziya

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 21, 2025

Abstract This study explores how language shapes the teaching and learning of mathematics in Kalomo District, Zambia—a region where students grow up speaking local languages but are expected to switch English as instruction by Grade 5. Using a sequential mixed-methods approach, research investigates this linguistic shift impacts student performance, teachers cope with language-related challenges, what Zambia’s language-in-education policy means for everyday classroom practice. Data from tests surveys involving 200 30 show strong link between proficiency math achievement (r = 0.65, p < 0.05), ability explaining 34% differences performance. Interviews observations further reveal difficulties face grasping abstract concepts when taught they still learning. Teachers try bridge gap code-switching, using visual aids, incorporating culturally familiar examples. Despite their efforts, continue challenges like limited bilingual resources insufficient training. The calls more gradual transition English, backed materials targeted teacher support. These findings highlight importance context-sensitive strategies multilingual classrooms offer practical recommendations improving education linguistically diverse settings.

Language: Английский

Scientometric Analysis of Personalized Learning Research DOI Open Access
Thiti Jantakun, Kitsadaporn Jantakun, Thada Jantakoon

et al.

Journal of Education and Learning, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(3), P. 137 - 137

Published: Jan. 14, 2025

This study presents a scientometric analysis of personalized learning research from 2020 to 2024. Using the Lens database, 4,463 scholarly articles were analyzed identify key trends and patterns in this rapidly evolving field. The revealed consistent publication growth over 5 years, with journal dominating as primary type. Hessian Normal University emerged most productive institution, while Jackson Steinher was identified prolific author. United States China leading countries terms output. Education Information Technologies top publishing research. Co-authorship network highlighted collaborative among researchers, keyword co-occurrence networks centrality artificial intelligence related concepts Citation influential documents sources shaping discourse. findings suggest an increasing focus on integrating AI machine into systems growing emphasis interdisciplinary approaches. overview provides valuable insights current state emerging research, which may inform future studies applications domain.

Language: Английский

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Unpacking Teachers' Perceptions of Student Engagement in the ELT Classroom DOI

S. Revi Sterling,

Daniel Xerri

IGI Global eBooks, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 93 - 124

Published: March 7, 2025

This chapter explores teacher perceptions of student engagement in the English Language Teaching classroom. Engagement is a multifaceted concept involving behavioural, cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions, influenced by classroom dynamics, cultural factors, teaching approaches. Based on semi-structured interviews with teachers working at private language school Malta, study highlights how they interpret foster through strategies that prioritise inclusivity sensitivity. It reveals insights into nuances engaging diverse students, emphasising significance teacher-student relationships, adaptive instructional methods, intrinsic motivation. Findings show positive relationships responsive enhance engagement, while integration technology culturally relevant materials supports dynamic inclusive learning environments. The underscores importance institutional support autonomy creating classrooms.

Language: Английский

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Enhancing inclusivity in primary schools: the role of constructivist teacher education in addressing cultural diversity DOI
Ali Emad Muhammad, Yamin Liu

Education 3-13, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 20

Published: March 11, 2025

Language: Английский

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Empowering Multicultural Literacies DOI
Goh Ying Yingsoon,

Suyan Zhang,

Nurul Ain Chua

et al.

IGI Global eBooks, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 77 - 108

Published: March 26, 2025

In an increasingly diverse and interconnected world, literacy education must adapt to accommodate the cultural linguistic differences within classroom. This chapter explores intersection of second language acquisition, emphasizing role media digital platforms as transformative tools in learning process. It delves into theoretical frameworks practical strategies that educators can employ support learners from various backgrounds. The highlights potential technologies provide authentic, engaging, culturally relevant experiences not only enhance proficiency but also promote competence critical thinking skills.

Language: Английский

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Analysing the Role of Language in Mathematics Instruction: Challenges of Teaching Mathematics in a Multilingual Context in Kalomo District DOI
Kadonsi Kaziya

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 21, 2025

Abstract This study explores how language shapes the teaching and learning of mathematics in Kalomo District, Zambia—a region where students grow up speaking local languages but are expected to switch English as instruction by Grade 5. Using a sequential mixed-methods approach, research investigates this linguistic shift impacts student performance, teachers cope with language-related challenges, what Zambia’s language-in-education policy means for everyday classroom practice. Data from tests surveys involving 200 30 show strong link between proficiency math achievement (r = 0.65, p < 0.05), ability explaining 34% differences performance. Interviews observations further reveal difficulties face grasping abstract concepts when taught they still learning. Teachers try bridge gap code-switching, using visual aids, incorporating culturally familiar examples. Despite their efforts, continue challenges like limited bilingual resources insufficient training. The calls more gradual transition English, backed materials targeted teacher support. These findings highlight importance context-sensitive strategies multilingual classrooms offer practical recommendations improving education linguistically diverse settings.

Language: Английский

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