APPLICATION OF DIFFERENTIAL TECHNOLOGIES IN MATHEMATICS TEACHER PREPARATION

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https://doi.org/10.32782/2412-9208-2024-2-105-113

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secondary education, mathematics curriculum, teacher preparation, instructional technologies, differentiated instruction, differential pedagogy, developmental teaching, curriculum frameworks

Abstract

In academic institutions, improving the organization of professional and methodological preparation for prospective mathematics teachers is regarded as a perennially urgent issue, especially amidst the information society's rising societal demands. The development of society's scientific potential and the assimilation of advanced scientific and technological achievements are intricately linked to mathematical education. In the realm of preparing future mathematics educators within higher educational institutions, the integral linkage between a nation's military and economic prowess and its educational framework stands as an enduringly pertinent issue. The role of exact sciences, particularly mathematics, extends beyond economic governance to encompass the imperative of ensuring national military security. In the contemporary era, there exists a pressing need to equip all segments of society with proficiencies in information technologies, alongside the implementation of novel and effective pedagogical approaches, which are among the foremost challenges confronting educators. The global educational landscape is swiftly evolving, placing greater emphasis on pragmatic competencies over purely theoretical foundations, reflecting societal preferences for practical skill sets.  Within pedagogical institutions of higher learning, the primary focus in the preparation of mathematics educators’ centers on cultivating cadres for secondary education. Given the context of the information society, it becomes crucial to meticulously organize the scholarly and methodological dimensions of future mathematics educators' activities, aligning them with the imperatives of educational reform. The process of preparing personnel for diverse educational settings in mathematics education across colleges and secondary schools entails a notably intricate endeavor. Notably, mathematics is taught through distinct curricula at these institutions, demanding heightened scientific and pedagogical aptitude from educators, especially in settings comprising academically gifted students.  Addressing these challenges necessitates substantive transformations in the substance of mathematics teacher training, fostering humanistic approaches in defining educational  objectives, content structuring, methodological practices, and institutional arrangements. The professionalism and innovative contributions of prospective mathematics educators assume pivotal roles in navigating these complexities. This article scrutinizes the application of differential instructional technologies in mathematics education and explores their potential implications. 

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2024-08-17