PME-NA

Connecting Socio-Ecological and Mathematical Modeling: Promoting Sustainability in Mathematics Education

• In Event: Poster Session #2

Description

There is a growing need for mathematics education to expand its scope by addressing social and environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, water and food insecurity, biodiversity loss, social injustice and inequalities. Socio-ecological perspective and mathematical modeling are widely recognized as transformative approaches for responding to these challenges and promoting sustainability in mathematics education. This study highlights the connection between socio-ecological perspective and mathematical modeling, as well as their potential for fostering sustainability in mathematics education. The findings suggest that integrating socio-ecological perspectives and mathematical modeling can serve as meaningful approaches to teaching and learning mathematics while also promoting sustainability and responsible citizenship within mathematics education.

Authors

• Dayat Hidayat, Purdue University

• Humphrey Chinenye Ochulor, Purdue University West Lafayette