M8U9A1: 1. Getting academic: Sharing a recently published academic article/journal in my subject area (math) that I would like to read and why.

Here's a recently published academic article in the field of mathematics that caught my attention:


Abstract:
This study conducted a comprehensive review of literature related to the use of technology in mathematics education. The research spanned from January 1981 to March 2022, and the authors retrieved 2,433 articles from databases such as Web of Science, ERIC, and PsycINFO. They employed Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) topic modeling to extract key terms and topics from the selected articles. The analysis focused on four aspects:
1. Evolution of research trends in technology use for mathematics education.
2. Frequently used words in article abstracts.
3. Latent research topics identified through LDA.
4. Research trends specific to particular topics.

The findings revealed a steady increase in research interest over time. Interestingly, the combination of frequently used words in abstracts highlighted popular research topics that emerged during the specified period. Additionally, the LDA identified seven distinct research topics related to technology integration into mathematics education, which were not precisely aligned with prior studies in mathematics education or educational technology. These topics exhibited varied research trends—some stable, others fluctuating, increasing, or decreasing.

Why I'm Interested:
I find this article intriguing because it delves into the intersection of technology and mathematics education. The exploration of emerging research topics and trends provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers. Understanding how technology impacts mathematics learning can inform effective teaching practices and enhance student outcomes. Moreover, the identification of distinct research areas related to technology integration opens up exciting avenues for further investigation.

If you'd like to read the full article, you can find it here. Happy reading! 📚🔍

Source:
(1) Exploring research trends of technology use in mathematics ... - Springer. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10639-023-11603-0
(3) Understanding and promoting students’ mathematical thinking: a review .... https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10649-019-09921-7
(5) Artificial intelligence in mathematics education: A systematic .... https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1357707.pdf
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