Burdur

The Third and Last LTTA (Learning, Teaching and Training Activity) of Mathematics Teachers from Greece, Poland and Turkey within the Erasmus+ “European Mathematicians” Project was held in Burdur.

Following the success of the first and second mobility, the last meeting of Mathematics teachers from Greece, Poland and Turkey within the Erasmus+ “European Mathematicians” project was held in Burdur between 21-26 October 2024. The main objectives of this meeting were to increase cooperation, share experiences and continue the development of joint educational projects.

The meeting took place at Burdur Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School. The participants expanded the educational activities initiated in the first and second mobilities and focused on implementing and testing innovative mathematics teaching methods. The teachers had the opportunity to share their teaching experiences, discuss the challenges they encountered and explore various pedagogical approaches and methods used in the three countries. A significant part of the program was devoted to the presentation and discussion of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) strategies. These strategies; technology integration, educational games and interdisciplinary projects. Participants participated in workshops and training sessions organized to develop their professional skills and teaching competencies.

The first day started with a formal welcome event. In addition to a school tour, participants learned about the education system in Turkey and external examination processes. They examined the mathematics curriculum in Turkish secondary schools at both basic and advanced levels and evaluated university entrance exams in Turkey.

As agreed in Poland, the differences in solution methods followed by students while solving questions in quizzes prepared by teachers in partner schools were discussed according to the countries.

During the Erasmus+ project mobility, one open lesson and one recorded lesson were observed by mathematics teachers from Greece, Poland and Turkey and the feedback on these lessons was discussed.

Polish and Greek participants also had the opportunity to participate in workshops using educational intelligence games, interactive technology and STEM technologies. These educational games attracted the attention of the students and increased their participation in the lessons. Incorporating gamification elements in mathematics teaching increases knowledge retention as well as creating positive emotions. Educational games encourage creative thinking and problem-solving skills, while being adaptable to different student levels, making it easier to personalise teaching according to individual needs.

In conclusion, the last LTTA within the Erasmus+ “European Mathematicians” programme was a great success, bringing many benefits to the participants. Teachers acquired new skills and resources that they can apply in their own schools. Thanks to increased cooperation and a better understanding of cultural differences, participants are now better prepared for joint educational initiatives. The exchange of experience and knowledge contributed to improving the quality of mathematics education in partner schools, reinforcing the importance of international cooperation and intercultural understanding.