Students’ expectations from mathematics teachers in the planning phase of the lesson study
International Journal for Lesson and Learning Studies
ISSN: 2046-8253
Article publication date: 12 April 2024
Issue publication date: 7 May 2024
Abstract
Purpose
This study aimed to determine the expectations of students from mathematics teachers in the planning phase of lesson study (LS) in mathematics classrooms.
Design/methodology/approach
This study reported only a part of large-scale action research. The participants were Grade 8 students selected by the convenience sampling method. The data were obtained through open-ended questions. The content analysis method was used to analyze the data.
Findings
Four categories emerged: connection, technology-supported teaching, use of concrete materials, practice, and teacher behavior and teaching style.
Research limitations/implications
This study reveals how students in a different culture and education system, such as Türkiye, want to learn mathematics in the LS process of Japanese origin. It also gives some important clues for applying LS in a different culture.
Practical implications
This study may attract the attention of educational stakeholders who want to implement LS in mathematics classrooms by considering student perspectives.
Social implications
Due to the nature of LS, this study may emphasize teacher–student and teacher–teacher interactions. Thus, it can draw attention to the importance of social learning environments where students take responsibility and interact.
Originality/value
This study emphasizes the importance of listening to student voices in LS. Some ideas about mathematics teaching in Turkey should also be given. Finally, it can provide a good basis for understanding and comparing LS practices in different cultures and understandings.
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Acknowledgements
This study was produced from the doctoral thesis conducted by the first author under the supervision of the second author at Gazi University. Any opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of Gazi University.
Citation
Bi̇lge, O. and Dede, Y. (2024), "Students’ expectations from mathematics teachers in the planning phase of the lesson study", International Journal for Lesson and Learning Studies, Vol. 13 No. 2, pp. 101-115. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJLLS-06-2023-0066
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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