Collaborative Group for Research in Mathematics Education

RECENT PUBLICATIONS

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Julie-Ann Edwards:

Edwards, J. (2007), The language of friendship: developing socio-mathematical norms in the secondary school classroom. In D. Pitta-Pantazi & G. Philippou (Eds), European Research in Mathematics Education V (pp 1190-1199). Nicosia, Cyprus: University of Cyprus. ISBN: 9789963671250.
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Edwards, J. and Jones, K. (2006), Linking geometry and algebra with GeoGebra, Mathematics Teaching, 194, 28-30.
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Edwards, J. (2006), Exploratory Talk in Friendship Groups. In: Novotná, J., Moraová, H., Krátká, M. & Stehlíková, N. (Eds.), Proceedings 30th Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education (PME30), vol 1, p248. [extended abstract]

Edwards, J. (2005), Exploratory Talk in Peer Groups: exploring the Zone of Proximal Development. Proceedings of the 4th Congress of European Research in Mathematics Education (CERME 4)
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Edwards, Julie-Ann and Wright, David (eds.) (2005), Integrating ICT into the Mathematics Classroom. Derby, UK: Association of Teachers of Mathematics. 128pp. ISBN: 1898611408
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Merrett, S. and Edwards, J. (2005), Enhancing mathematical thinking with an interactive whiteboard, MicroMath, 21(3), 9-12.
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Edwards, J. (2004), Friendship Groups and Socially-constructed Mathematical Knowledge, Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 24(3), 7-14.
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Edwards, J. and Jones, K. (2003), Co-learning in the Collaborative Mathematics Classroom. In: A. Peter-Koop, A. Begg, C. Breen & V. Santos-Wagner (Eds.), Collaboration in Teacher Education: Examples from the context of mathematics education. Dordrecht, NL: Kluwer. pp. 135-151.
ISBN: 14020-1392-2
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Mike Fletcher:

Fletcher, M. (2007), Poker Face, Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 26(4), 222-224.

Mooney, C., Briggs, M., Fletcher, M., Hansen, A. and McCullouch, J. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Teaching Theory and Practice. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844450992

Mooney, C. & Fletcher, M. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Audit and Test. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844451111

Fletcher, M. (2005), The Price is Right, Teaching Statistics, 27(3), 69-71.
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Fletcher, M. (2004), Odds that don't multiply up, Teaching Statistics, 26(1), 30-32.
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Fletcher, M. & Mooney, C. (2003), The Weakest Link, Teaching Statistics, 25, 54-55.

Mooney, C., Briggs, M., Fletcher, M., Hansen, A. and McCullouch, J. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Teaching Theory and Practice. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844450992

Mooney, C. & Fletcher, M. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Audit and Test. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844451111


Keith Hirst :

Hirst, K. E. (2005), Student expectations of studying mathematics at University, Hiroshima Journal of Mathematics Education, 11, 49-68

Hirst, K. E. (2004), Sawtooth functions, International Journal of Mathematics Education in Science and Technology, 35, 122-126.
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Hirst, K. E. (2004), Student expectations of studying mathematics at University. In: Ian Putt, Rhonda Faragher & Mal McLean (Eds), Proceedings of the 27th Annual Conference of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (MERGA27), 27-30 June 2004, Townsville, Queensland, Australia., vol 1, pp295-302. ISBN: 1920846042

Gomes, A., Ralha, E. & Hirst, K. (2002), Undergraduate mathematics for primary school teachers: the situation in Portugal. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference on the Teaching of Mathematics (at the undergraduate level), University of Crete, 1 – 6 July 2002.

Hirst, K. E. (1999), Procedural extrapolation as a source of errors in calculus, Hiroshima Journal of Mathematics Education, 7, 1-11.
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Ann Hirst:

Brown, M., Jones, K., Taylor, R. and Hirst, A. (2004), Developing geometrical reasoning. In, Putt, Ian, Faragher, Rhonda and McLean, Mal (eds.) Proceedings of the 27th Annual Conference of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (MERGA27). Townsville, Queensland, Australia, James Cook University, 127-134.
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Hirst, A. E. and Singerman, D. (2001), Basic Algebra and Geometry. London: Prentice Hall. ISBN 0 130 86622 9

Hirst, A. E. (1999), From FE to HE with A-level Mathematics. Southampton: University of Southampton.

Griffiths, H. B. and Hirst, A. E. (1994), Cubic equations, or where did the examination question come from? American Mathematical Monthly, 101, 151-161.


Geoffrey Howson:

Howson, G. (2003), Geometry 1950-1970. In: D. Coray, F. Furinghetti, H. Gispert, B.R. Hodgson, G. Schubring (Eds), One Hundred Years of L'Enseignement Mathématique: Moments of Mathematics Education in the Twentieth Century.
ISBN 2-940264-06-6

Howson, G. (2002), Some Questions on Probability, Teaching Statistics, 24(1), 17-21.

Howson, G., Harries T. and Sutherland, R. (1999),  Primary School Mathematics Textbooks: an international study summary, 46pp. London: Qualifications and Curriculum Authority.

Howson, A. G. (1998), The Value of Comparative Studies. In: Kaiser, G., Luna, E. and Huntley, I., (eds), International Comparisons in Mathematics Education. London: Falmer Press. pp165-188.


Ros Hyde:

Hyde, R. (2005), Using graphics calculators with low-attaining pupils. In: Anne Watson, Jenny Houssart and Caroline Roaf (Eds), Supporting Mathematical Thinking. London: David Fulton. ISBN: 9781843123620

Hyde, R. (2004) What do mathematics teachers say about the impact of ICT on pupils learning mathematics? Micromath, 20(2), 11-12

Hyde, R. (2001), Ideas for using graphics calculators with middle school pupils, MicroMath, 17(2), 14-16.

Hyde, R. (2001), Creating a professional development network. Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Technology in Mathematics Teaching, August, 2001, University of Klagenfurt, Austria.

Clark-Jeavons, A. and Hyde, R. (2001), Developing a technologically-rich scheme of work for 11 - 12 year olds in mathematics for electronic delivery. Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Technology in Mathematics Teaching, August, 2001, University of Klagenfurt, Austria.


Qaimah Ismail:

Voutsina, C. and Ismail, Q. (2007), Issues in identifying children with specific arithmetic difficulties through standardised testing: a critical discussion of different cases, Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 27(1), 84-89.
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Keith Jones:

Jones, K. (2008), Windows on mathematics education research in mainland China: a thematic review, Research in Mathematics Education, 10(1), 107-113. ISSN: 1479-4802
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Little, C. and Jones, K. (2008), Contexts for ‘pure’ mathematics: a framework for analysing A-level mathematics papers, Research in Mathematics Education, 10(1), 97-98. ISSN: 1479-4802
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Christou, C., Jones, K., Pitta-Pantazi, D., Pittalis, M., Mousoulides, N., Matos, J. F, Sendova, E., Zachariades, T. and Boytchev, P. (2007), Developing student spatial ability with 3D software applications. Paper presented at the 5th Congress of the European Society for Research in Mathematics Education (CERME), Larnaca, Cyprus, 22-26 Feb 2007. 10pp.
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Christou, C., Pittalis, M., Mousoulides, N., Pitta, D., Jones, K., Sendova, E. and Boytchev, P. (2007) Developing an active learning environment for the learning of stereometry. Paper presented at the 8th International Conference on Technology and Mathematics Teaching (ICTMT8), Hradec Králové, Czech Republic, 1-4 Jul 2007. 5pp.
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Ding, L. and Jones, K. (2007), Using the van Hiele theory to analyse the teaching of geometrical proof at Grade 8 in Shanghai, China. In D. Pitta-Pantazi & G. Philippou (Eds), European Research in Mathematics Education V (pp 612-621). Nicosia, Cyprus: University of Cyprus. ISBN: 9789963671250
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Fujita, T. and Jones, K. (2007), Learners’ understanding of the definitions and hierarchical classification of quadrilaterals: towards a theoretical framing, Research in Mathematics Education, 9, 3-20. ISSN: 1479-4802 [journal volume also available as a book ISBN: 0953849880]
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Hohenwarter, M. and Jones, K. (2007), Ways of linking geometry and algebra: the case of GeoGebra, Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 27(3), 126-131. ISSN: 1463-6840
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Little, C. and Jones, K. (2007), Contexts for pure mathematics: an analysis of A-level mathematics papers, Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 27(1), 48-53. ISSN: 1463-6840
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Zachariades, T., Pamfilos, P., Christou, C., Maleev, R. and Jones, K. (2007), Teaching Introductory Calculus: approaching key ideas with dynamic software. Paper presented at the CETL–MSOR Conference 2007 on Excellence in the Teaching & Learning of Maths, Stats & OR, University of Birmingham, 10-11 September 2007.
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Christou, C., Jones, K., Mousoulides, N. & Pittalis, M. (2006), Developing the 3DMath Dynamic Geometry Software: theoretical perspectives on design, International Journal of Technology in Mathematics Education, 13(4), 168-174. ISSN: 1744-2710
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Jones, K. (2005), Research on the Use of Dynamic Geometry Software: implications for the classroom. In: J. Edwards & D. Wright (Ed), Integrating ICT into the Mathematics Classroom. Derby: Association of Teachers of Mathematics. pp 27-29. ISBN: 1898611408
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Jones, K. (2005), Planning for Mathematics Learning. In: S. Johnston-Wilder, P. Johnston-Wilder, D. Pimm and J. Westwell, (Eds), Learning to Teach Mathematics in the Secondary School. London: Routledge. 2nd edition [Chapter 5, pp93-113]. ISBN: 0415342821
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Jones, K. (2004), Celebrating 20 Years of Computers in Mathematics Education: a research bibliography, MicroMath, 20(1), 29-30. ISSN: 0267-5501
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Fujita, T. and Jones, K. (2003), The Place Of Experimental Tasks in Geometry Teaching: learning from the textbook designs of the early 20th century, Research in Mathematics Education, 5, 47-62. ISSN: 1479-4802 [also available as a book ISBN: 0953849848]
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Simons, H., Kushner, S., Jones, K. and James, D. (2003), From Evidence-Based Practice to Practice-Based Evidence: the idea of situated generalisation. Research Papers in Education, 18(4), 347-364. ISSN: 0267-1522
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Jones, K. and Mooney, C. (2003), Making Space for Geometry in Primary Mathematics. In: I. Thompson (ed), Enhancing Primary Mathematics Teaching. London: Open University Press. pp 3-15. ISBN: 0-335-21375-8
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Edwards, J. and Jones, K. (2003), Co-learning in the Collaborative Mathematics Classroom. In: A. Peter-Koop, A. Begg, C. Breen & V. Santos-Wagner (Eds.), Collaboration in Teacher Education: Examples from the context of mathematics education. Dordrecht, NL: Kluwer. pp. 135-151. ISBN: 14020-1392-2
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Jones, K. (2002), Issues in the Teaching and Learning of Geometry. In: Linda Haggarty (Ed), Aspects of Teaching Secondary Mathematics. London: RoutledgeFalmer. pp 121-139. ISBN: 0-415-26641-6
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Ainley, J., Barton, B., Jones, K., Pfannkuch, M. and Thomas, M. (2002), Is What You See What You Get? Representations, metaphors and tools in mathematics didactics. In: J. Novotna (ed), European Research in Mathematics Education II. Prague: Charles University. pp 128-138. ISBN: 80-7290-075-7
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For a full list of publications by Keith Jones, click here.

For a list of publications on the teaching and learning of geometry (with abstracts) by Keith Jones, click here.

For details of the BSRLM geometry working group, click here.


Claire Mooney:

Fletcher, M. & Mooney, C. (2001), It pays to bluff. Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 20(2), 75-77.

Jones, K. and Mooney, C. (2003) Making space for geometry in primary mathematics. In, Thompson, I. (ed.) Enhancing primary mathematics teaching. Maidenhead, UK, Open University Press, pp3-15. ISBN: 0335213758
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Mooney, C. (2003), A-Z of Key Concepts in Primary Mathematics. Exeter: Learning Matters. ISBN: 1903300487

Mooney, C., Briggs, M., Fletcher, M., Hansen, A. and McCullouch, J. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Teaching Theory and Practice. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844450992

Mooney, C., Ferrie, L., Fox, S., Hansen, A. and Wrathmell, R. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Knowledge and Understanding. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844450534

Mooney, C. & Fletcher, M. (2007), Primary Mathematics: Audit and Test. Exeter: Learning Matters. 3rd edition. ISBN: 9781844451111


Monty Paul:

Paul, M. and Westaway, L. (2003), Unlocking doors: moving beyond problem-solving to facilitate an understanding of mathematics. Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Science, Mathematics and Technology Education. Curtin University of Technology (Perth, Australia) and Rhodes University (East London, South Africa), January, 2003.

Paul, M. (1997), Using spreadsheets as investigative tools with primary mathematics pupils. Proceedings, Internet and Educational Computing Conference, Cape Town.

Paul, M. (1995), Pizza and spaghetti: Solving maths problems in the primary classroom. The Computing Teacher, April.


Chronoula (Charis) Voutsina

Voutsina, C. and Ismail, Q. (2007), Issues in identifying children with specific arithmetic difficulties through standardised testing: a critical discussion of different cases, Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 27(1), 84-89.
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Voutsina, C. and Jones, K. (2005), Children building on success: mathematical problem solving in the early years. Paper presented to the British Educational Research Association conference 2005 (BERA 2005), University of Glamorgan, Wales, 14-17 September 2005.
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Voutsina, C. and Jones, K. (2005), The process of knowledge re-description as underlying mechanism for the development of children’s problem-solving strategies: an example from arithmetic. Paper presented to the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction conference 2005 (EARLI2005), Nicosia, Cyprus, August 23-27, 2005.
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Voutsina, C. and Jones, K. (2004), Studying change processes in primary school arithmetic problem solving: issues in combining methodologies, Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 24(3), 57-62.
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Voutsina, C. and Jones, K.(2003), Moving beyond success: changes in young children’s successful problem solving behaviour. In: A. Gagatis and S. Papastravridis (Eds), Proceedings of the 3rd Mediterranean Conference on Mathematical Education. Athens: University of Athens. pp717-724. ISBN: 960-7341-25-2
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Voutsina, C. and Jones, K. (2001), The micro-development of young children's problem solving strategies when tackling addition tasks, In: Marja van den Heuvel-Panhuizen (Ed), Proceedings of the 25th Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education. Utrecht, volume 4, 391-398.
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Selected publications by Brian Griffiths (1927-2008):

Griffiths, H. B. (1999) Fudge and fiddlesticks: a century after. In C. Hoyles, C. Morgan & G. Woodhouse (Eds.), Rethinking the mathematics curriculum (pp174-183) (London, Falmer).

Griffiths, H. B. (1998), The British Experience of Teaching Geometry since 1900. In: C. Mammana and V. Villani (Eds), Perspectives on the Teaching of Geometry for the 21st Century. Dordrecht: Kluwer. pp194-203. ISBN: 0792349903

Griffiths, H. B. & McLone, (1984) A critical analysis of university examinations in mathematics I, Educational Studies in Mathematics, 15(3), 291-311.

Griffiths, H. B. & McLone, (1984) A critical analysis of university examinations in mathematics II, Educational Studies in Mathematics, 15(4), 423-442.

Griffiths, H. B. (1978) Some comments on Macdonald’s paper, Educational Studies in Mathematics, 9(4), 411-427.

Griffiths, H. B. (1976) Surfaces (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press).

Griffiths, H. B. & Howson, A. G. (1974). Mathematics: society and curricula (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press).

Griffiths, H. B. (1971) Mathematical insight and mathematical curricula, Educational Studies in Mathematics, 4(2), 153-165.

Griffiths, H. B. & Hilton, J. P. (1970) A comprehensive textbook of classical mathematics: a contemporary interpretation (London, Van Nostrand Reinhold).

Griffiths, H. B. (1968) Pure mathematicians as teachers of applied mathematicians, Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1 (1-2), 18-23.

Griffiths, H. B. (1967) Topology (Mathematics Teaching Reprint) (Derby, ATM). [Reprinted from the journal Mathematics Teaching, issues 27-29].

Griffiths, H. B. (1966) Mathematics, hedgehogs and foxes: an inaugural lecture delivered at the university on 24th May 1966 (Southampton, University of Southampton).

Griffiths, H. B. (1956) Infinite products of semi-groups and local connectivity, Proceedings of the London Mathematical Society, s3-6(3), 455–456.

Griffiths, H. B. (1954) The fundamental group of two spaces with a common point, The Quarterly Journal of Mathematics, 5(1), 175-190 [with correction 1955: ibid. 6(1), 154-155.]

For tributes to Brian Griffiths (1927-2008), see:
Obituary in The Guardian
Tribute in the Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics
Tribute in Educational Studies in Mathematics


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