3rd National Workshop on Teaching and Learning of Mathematics
The Mathematics Education Department, Faculty of Education at Tishk International University (TIU) organized the annual National Workshop on Teaching and Learning of Mathematics, held on 25th October 2023. The workshop was attended by the Vice President for Academic Affairs Asst. Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir, the Dean of the Faculty of Education Dr. Dogan Ozdemir, the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Science at Salahadin University Karzan Ahmed Berdawood, heads of departments, lecturers from various universities, and students.
The running theme was Assessment Strategies for Fostering Deep Mathematical Understanding at the University Level. The workshop serves as a crucial platform for educators, mathematicians, and researchers to delve into the vital intersection of assessment and pedagogy within higher education mathematics. The objectives of the workshop were, firstly, to explore cutting-edge assessment approaches and promote holistic assessment integration. This objective was particularly geared towards the integration of the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) into the assessment.
Attendees had the opportunity to delve into formative and summative assessment techniques, digital assessment tools, and alternative methods that encourage deep mathematical understanding. The objective was ably and efficiently covered Ms. Rasha Alkabbanie, and secondly, to promote inclusivity and diversity in assessment.
In recognizing the importance of inclusivity and diversity in today’s educational landscape, the workshop emphasized the development of assessment strategies that cater to a wide range of learners. Participants, as guided by Dr. Venera Ulker, explored ways to design assessments that accommodate various learning styles, backgrounds, and abilities, ensuring that mathematical education is accessible and engaging for all students. Participants also had the opportunity to examine ethical considerations in assessment and foster collaborative assessment communities. Ethical considerations in assessment are vital in maintaining the integrity of mathematical education, and this can be achieved and maintained by building a supportive community of educators and researchers.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Aziza Kavlu guided participants in understanding and addressing ethical challenges related to assessment, such as plagiarism, cheating, and bias. Attendees, through sharing of ideas, experiences, and best practices in assessment, learned how to implement fairness and academic integrity in their assessment practices while upholding the highest standards of ethics.
Lastly, to cultivate effective feedback mechanisms, a panel session moderated by Asst. Prof. Dr. Abdulnasir Isah discussed practical skills useful for providing constructive and timely feedback that fosters mathematical growth. The closing remarks including a vote of thanks was delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Salisu Ibrahim on behalf of the head of department.
