(Bridges: Mathematical Connections in Art, Music, and Science, 2005) Knoll, Eva; Ouvrier-Buffet, Cécile
Starting with a quotation describing mathematical research, this paper presents ways
of providing students with comparable experiences in mathematical research, in the
classroom. The paper focuses on the benefits and implications for the students of
such experiences. “Real mathematics research-situations” are defined, and the
didactical goals of these situations, as they are experienced are elaborated on. These
elements are presented through examples, looking at similar situations (research situations)
in two contexts and using different theoretical frameworks.