Reframing Equitable Communication Mechanism to Blur Research Practice Boundaries

• In Event: Studying Language in Mathematics Classrooms

Abstract

Blurring boundaries between research and practice remains a key and complex challenge in the field of mathematics education. This theoretical report is motivated by the need to advance nascent theory in this domain and to take up the collective responsibility to both advance research-practice connections and address issues of equity as collective professional responsibilities. I network Gutierrez’ four dimensions of equity—access, achievement, identity, power—with two mechanisms for communication—currency exchange, translation. I introduce visualizations of the actions of researchers and practitioners from this networked stance as a way to humanize the work of blurring research-practice boundaries in ways that challenge the status quo of what is possible for advancing the field.

Author

• Nicole L. Fonger, Syracuse University