Der Beitrag liefert erste Erkenntnisse dazu, wie Mathematiklehrpersonen bei der Umsetzung curricularer Vorgaben – insbesondere der Integration übergreifender Themen in allen Unterrichtsfächern – unterstützt werden. Sobald der Tagungsband verfügbar ist, wird der Artikel im Bereich „Publikationen“ abrufbar sein. Sollten Sie bereits jetzt Interesse haben, melden Sie sich gerne per Mail: matheconnect@aau.at

Throughout the school year, the students worked with great dedication on a research report, a scientific presentation, and a poster, which they eventually presented at the congress. Their research was based on data collected at their school using the “Zukunftsbox” (“Future Box”). The main focus of the study was to investigate students’ interests regarding mathematics education and to explore how these interests differ across various age groups.

With great confidence and enthusiasm, the students presented their findings and made especially active use of the poster sessions to engage in discussions with other conference participants. They answered numerous questions, reflected on their results, and provided exciting insights into our research project. The congress therefore not only offered an opportunity to present research findings, but also allowed the students to gain valuable international experience and first-hand insights into the workings of a scientific conference.

On site, the team presented a scientific poster and gave a talk about the project and the insights gained so far. For the students, it was a very special moment: for the first time, they actively participated in a scientific conference—not just as listeners, but as co-researchers and presenters.

A particular highlight was the exchange with other participants and the opportunity to explore a wide range of scientific work and perspectives. The diversity of topics, methods, and research questions offered new insights into the practice and culture of science—and showed the students just how broad and vibrant the world of research can be.

The trip to Córdoba was not only a milestone in the course of the project, but also a motivating and formative experience that sparked a curiosity for more science in many of the students.

The exchange with international experts from various disciplines showed once again how important it is to prepare students for an increasingly data-driven world. We will incorporate the impulses from the symposium into MathConnect and, above all, take them into account when developing learning material!

The presentations and discussions on Critical Mathematics Educationwere particularly inspiring, with topics including the social responsibility of data science and the promotion of critical thinking in the classroom. Questions about AI skills in mathematics education, innovative teaching materials and interactive workshops also provided exciting ideas.

The Day of Mathematics at TU Graz provided a fantastic opportunity to engage with current developments in mathematics and mathematics education. Exciting talks covered a wide range of perspectives—from theoretical approaches to practical applications in schools and universities.

Auch MathConnect MatheConnect was also part of the event. Katrin and Sandra presented the project and demonstrated how mathematics education can be enriched by addressing interdisciplinary topics. They explained the structure of MatheConnect—from students identifying relevant topics to conducting scientific analyses and developing interdisciplinary learning environments. The presentation also explored the broader question of how mathematics contributes to understanding our increasingly complex world.

A highlight of the session was the interactive participation of the audience: attendees had the chance to work on a mathematics problem that incorporated an interdisciplinary theme. This hands-on experience illustrated how such approaches can strengthen real-world connections in mathematics education and challenge students to think in new ways.

The Day of Mathematics was a valuable opportunity for us to present our project, gain new insights, and exchange ideas with other researchers and educators. We are taking many exciting impulses with us and look forward to further developing MatheConnect!