Maths anxiety is a global concern How can students worldwide be supported to develop a love of maths? by Annie Brookman-Byrne / February 11, 2021
Using digital tools to teach STEM could improve learning outcomes How well digital tools can help students learn maths and science also depends on the learning environment by Holly Cave / October 13, 2020
Embracing numbers: They help us navigate the world A five-minute animated explainer video by Daniel Ansari and Sabine Gysi / May 27, 2020
“Coding is a creative tool for self-expression and solving problems“ Entrepreneur Dora Palfi talks about her latest project that aims at empowering teenage girls to shape the future with technology Interview by Franz Tschimben / March 12, 2020
Encouraging gender equality in schools Teachers and parents should help fight gender stereotypes by Annie Brookman-Byrne / March 2, 2020
“Classes should be designed for students to experiment and be critical” By trying out an online platform with his students, physics teacher Philippe Kobel opened the door to more active and collaborative learning Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / February 20, 2020
The consequences of maths anxiety It’s not only poor performers who are affected by Annie Brookman-Byrne / February 10, 2020
“I am worried about how we educate kids for a future we don’t know about” Linda Liukas explains why encouraging children to be scientists, artists, creators, and tinkerers is an investment in the future of society Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / December 19, 2019
“Students should work more on an interdisciplinary project basis” Teacher Rolf Beck says digitalizing technology and design class in secondary school offers great potential for linking up math and crafts Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / December 12, 2019
Overcoming students’ misconceptions ‘Stop and think’ helps them learn counterintuitive concepts by Annie Brookman-Byrne / October 3, 2019
“Young people need to understand technical subjects in today’s world” Barbara Oakley on why everyone should learn STEM topics, and on Massive Open Online Courses as a path to widen the reach of higher education Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / September 19, 2019
How teachers‘ beliefs matter for students‘ motivation in math An inclusive and motivating atmosphere is more likely to be achieved if teachers place greater emphasis on growth and learning by Anke Heyder / September 9, 2019