Enhancing Critical Thinking in Mathematics Education: A Rubric for Students' Social Values
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| Title: | Enhancing Critical Thinking in Mathematics Education: A Rubric for Students' Social Values |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Yuichiro Hattori (ORCID |
| Source: | International Electronic Journal of Mathematics Education. 2025 20(3). |
| Availability: | International Electronic Journal of Mathematics Education. Suite 124, Challenge House 616 Mitcham Road, CR0 3AA, Croydon, London, UK. Tel: +44-208-936-7681; e-mail: iejme@iejme.com; Web site: https://www.iejme.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 18 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Secondary Education High Schools |
| Descriptors: | Critical Thinking, Mathematics Instruction, Social Values, Peer Evaluation, Lesson Plans, Scoring Rubrics, Student Evaluation, Outcomes of Education, Instructional Materials, High School Students, Worksheets, Foreign Countries |
| Geographic Terms: | Japan |
| ISSN: | 1306-3030 |
| Abstract: | This research focuses on enhancing critical thinking in secondary mathematics education using carefully constructed teaching materials. Utilizing socially open-ended framework, complemented by perspectives from critical mathematics education, the study aims to promote students' critical thinking skills. The developed materials were implemented in a unique lesson centred around the 60-second challenge, whereby students were tasked to propose rule modifications. The study also aimed to identify students' social values, considering these as interconnected with their capacity for critical thought. The assessments involved multiple teachers evaluating student reports using rubric and students participating in peer review activities within the class. The lesson's outcome illustrated students' ability to propose thoughtful improvements to the existing rules, reflecting their critical thinking abilities. Furthermore, this innovative series of evaluation activities via the rubric provides a foundation for future research in the assessment of critical thinking, serving as a potential model for future studies. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1469672 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This research focuses on enhancing critical thinking in secondary mathematics education using carefully constructed teaching materials. Utilizing socially open-ended framework, complemented by perspectives from critical mathematics education, the study aims to promote students' critical thinking skills. The developed materials were implemented in a unique lesson centred around the 60-second challenge, whereby students were tasked to propose rule modifications. The study also aimed to identify students' social values, considering these as interconnected with their capacity for critical thought. The assessments involved multiple teachers evaluating student reports using rubric and students participating in peer review activities within the class. The lesson's outcome illustrated students' ability to propose thoughtful improvements to the existing rules, reflecting their critical thinking abilities. Furthermore, this innovative series of evaluation activities via the rubric provides a foundation for future research in the assessment of critical thinking, serving as a potential model for future studies. |
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| ISSN: | 1306-3030 |
