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Advancing mathematics education in Africa: Challenges, strategies, and prospects

Artigo2024

Benedict Celestine Agbata; William Obeng–Denteh ORCID; S. Abraham; F. Asante Mensa; P. A. Kwabi; S.O. Okpako; J. Amoah-Mensah; S.S. Arivi

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Resumo

This study deals with an investigation into the multifaceted landscape of mathematics education in Africa, exploring its historical development, current challenges, and promising prospects. By examining the nature of mathematics and its significance in society, the study identifies key challenges hindering effective mathematics education across the continent. These challenges include inadequate resources, limited access to quality education, cultural barriers, and insufficient teacher training. Through an extensive review of the literature and analysis of existing initiatives, the study presents a range of strategies to enhance mathematics education in Africa. These strategies encompass leveraging modern technologies, fostering collaborative learning environments, promoting culturally relevant pedagogies, and investing in teacher professional development. Furthermore, the study underscores the vital importance of mathematics education in Africa, emphasizing its role in fostering critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and socio-economic development. It highlights the necessity of equipping African learners with mathematical competencies to address contemporary challenges and participate in the global knowledge economy. Drawing upon these insights, the study offers recommendations for policymakers, educators, and stakeholders to strengthen mathematics education in Africa. These recommendations include increasing investment in educational infrastructure, expanding access to digital resources, promoting interdisciplinary approaches, and fostering partnerships between academia, industry, and government. This study serves as a comprehensive guide for advancing mathematics education in Africa, offering actionable insights to address challenges, harness opportunities, and cultivate a thriving mathematical culture across the continent. By prioritizing mathematics education, Africa can unlock its full potential and contribute significantly to global scientific and technological advancement.

Dados da obra

Tipo
Artigo
Periódico
Science World Journal, v. 19, n. 3, p. 808-818
Editora
African Journals OnLine
Ano
2024 (2024-10-16)
Idioma
en
Palavras-chave
mathematics education; Africa; educational challenges; teacher professional development; culturally relevant pedagogy; educational technology; cooperative learning; access to education; teaching materials; critical thinking; problem solving; socio-economic development; education policy
Temas
Formação de Professores de Matemática, Resolução de Problemas
DOI
10.4314/swj.v19i3.28
ISSN
1597-6343, 2756-391X
Acesso
Acesso aberto
Fontes
OpenAlex
Na Biblioteca desde
01/10/2026 · verificada em 03/10/2026

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ABNT
AGBATA, Benedict Celestine et al.. Advancing mathematics education in Africa: Challenges, strategies, and prospects. Science World Journal, v. 19, n. 3, p. 808-818, 2024. DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/swj.v19i3.28.

APA

Agbata, B. C., Obeng–Denteh, W., Abraham, S., Mensa, F. A., Kwabi, P. A., Okpako, S., Amoah-Mensah, J., & Arivi, S. (2024). Advancing mathematics education in Africa: Challenges, strategies, and prospects. Science World Journal, 19(3), 808-818. https://doi.org/10.4314/swj.v19i3.28

BibTeX
@article{agbata2024,
  author = {Agbata, Benedict Celestine and Obeng–Denteh, William and Abraham, S. and Mensa, F. Asante and Kwabi, P. A. and Okpako, S.O. and Amoah-Mensah, J. and Arivi, S.S.},
  title = {Advancing mathematics education in Africa: Challenges, strategies, and prospects},
  year = {2024},
  journal = {Science World Journal},
  volume = {19},
  number = {3},
  pages = {808-818},
  publisher = {African Journals OnLine},
  doi = {10.4314/swj.v19i3.28},
  language = {en}
}
RIS
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AU  - Obeng–Denteh, William
AU  - Abraham, S.
AU  - Mensa, F. Asante
AU  - Kwabi, P. A.
AU  - Okpako, S.O.
AU  - Amoah-Mensah, J.
AU  - Arivi, S.S.
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PY  - 2024
JO  - Science World Journal
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DO  - 10.4314/swj.v19i3.28
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ER  -

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