Authority, Autonomy, and Agency in Mathematics Education Research: A Systematic Review of Conceptualizations
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Resumo
In this systematic review, we examine the conceptualization and historical grounding of the terms authority, autonomy, and agency within mathematics education research. These constructs are central to understanding power dynamics and fostering equitable participation in mathematical learning environments. Our review includes 36 empirical studies published up to 2021, analyzing their definitions, theoretical foundations, and intertextual references. Through a taxonomic and domain analysis, we identify seven distinct domains: mathematical authority, authority structures, authority relationships, autonomy as choice, sociomathematical autonomy, agency of the self, and agency through racial identities. Findings highlight the field's reliance on foundational theories, such as Weber's framework of authority, Piaget's developmental perspectives on autonomy, and Bandura's conceptualization of agency, often without deep engagement with their implications for contemporary educational contexts. While these constructs are frequently invoked, their inconsistent definitions and overlapping usage create conceptual ambiguity. Our analysis underscores the need for greater theoretical clarity and attention to the collective dimensions of autonomy and agency, which remain underexplored. We call on researchers to critically engage with the historical and epistemological roots of these constructs, explore their intersections, and prioritize equity-focused research. By offering a detailed taxonomy, this review provides a foundation for advancing theoretical precision and practical application in mathematics education.
Dados da obra
- Tipo
- Artigo
- Periódico
- Electronic Journal for Research in Science & Mathematics Education
- Ano
- 2026
- Idioma
- en
- Palavras-chave
- Literature Reviews; Mathematics Education; Educational Research; Educational Trends; Trend Analysis; Power Structure; Personal Autonomy; Citation Analysis; Taxonomy
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- ERIC — Education Resources Information Center
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- 01/10/2026 · verificada em 03/10/2026
Como citar
ABNT
EDELEN, Daniel et al.. Authority, Autonomy, and Agency in Mathematics Education Research: A Systematic Review of Conceptualizations. Electronic Journal for Research in Science & Mathematics Education, 2026. Disponível em: https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1495712. Acesso em: 5 nov. 2026.
APA
Edelen, D., Bush, S. B., Karp, K. S., Skukauskaite, A., Safi, F., & Roberts, S. K. (2026). Authority, Autonomy, and Agency in Mathematics Education Research: A Systematic Review of Conceptualizations. Electronic Journal for Research in Science & Mathematics Education. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1495712
BibTeX
@article{edelen2026,
author = {Edelen, Daniel and Bush, Sarah B. and Karp, Karen S. and Skukauskaite, Audra and Safi, Farshid and Roberts, Sherron Killingsworth},
title = {Authority, Autonomy, and Agency in Mathematics Education Research: A Systematic Review of Conceptualizations},
year = {2026},
journal = {Electronic Journal for Research in Science \& Mathematics Education},
url = {https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1495712},
language = {en}
}RIS
TY - JOUR AU - Edelen, Daniel AU - Bush, Sarah B. AU - Karp, Karen S. AU - Skukauskaite, Audra AU - Safi, Farshid AU - Roberts, Sherron Killingsworth TI - Authority, Autonomy, and Agency in Mathematics Education Research: A Systematic Review of Conceptualizations PY - 2026 JO - Electronic Journal for Research in Science & Mathematics Education UR - https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1495712 LA - en ER -
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