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The relevance of mathematics: The case of functional mathematics for vocational students (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Dalby, D. (2014). The relevance of mathematics: The case of functional mathematics for vocational students.

This study of recent school-leavers in Further Education explores students’ opinions of relevance and how these are influenced by their experiences of different mathematics curricula in school and college. These vocational students are taught mathema... Read More about The relevance of mathematics: The case of functional mathematics for vocational students.

The place and purpose of mathematics within post-16 vocational pathways
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Dalby, D. (2014). The place and purpose of mathematics within post-16 vocational pathways.

Recent policy changes continue to raise the profile of mathematics in post-16 education but the integration of this seemingly academic subject within the context of vocational education remains challenging. In this paper evidence from a multi-method... Read More about The place and purpose of mathematics within post-16 vocational pathways.