Book Review: Meeting the challenge of mathematical challenge in mathematics education. Roza Leikin (Ed.) (2023) Mathematical Challenges for All.
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| Title: | Book Review: Meeting the challenge of mathematical challenge in mathematics education. Roza Leikin (Ed.) (2023) Mathematical Challenges for All. |
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| Authors: | Silver, Edward A.1 (AUTHOR) easilver@umich.edu |
| Source: | Educational Studies in Mathematics. Oct2025, Vol. 120 Issue 2, p397-406. 10p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Mathematics education, *Student engagement, *Holistic education, *Cognitive development, *Problem solving, *Curriculum planning |
| Abstract: | The article discusses the book "Mathematical Challenges for All," which advocates for enhancing the mathematical experience in schools by incorporating greater challenges for all students, not just those deemed mathematically gifted. The book is structured into three parts, focusing on curriculum design, types of challenging tasks, and collections of mathematical problems, featuring contributions from over 50 scholars worldwide. The introduction by Roza Leikin presents a model that emphasizes task characteristics and personal/social components that influence students' engagement with mathematics. The text argues that mathematical challenge is essential for cognitive and emotional development in students, aiming to transform the perception of mathematics from a mundane subject to one that is engaging and intellectually stimulating. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article discusses the book "Mathematical Challenges for All," which advocates for enhancing the mathematical experience in schools by incorporating greater challenges for all students, not just those deemed mathematically gifted. The book is structured into three parts, focusing on curriculum design, types of challenging tasks, and collections of mathematical problems, featuring contributions from over 50 scholars worldwide. The introduction by Roza Leikin presents a model that emphasizes task characteristics and personal/social components that influence students' engagement with mathematics. The text argues that mathematical challenge is essential for cognitive and emotional development in students, aiming to transform the perception of mathematics from a mundane subject to one that is engaging and intellectually stimulating. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 00131954 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/s10649-025-10415-y |
