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In this paper we briefly outline the models and modelling (M&M) perspective of mathematical thinking and learning relevant for the 21st century. Models and modeling (M&M) research often investigates the nature of understandings and abilities that are needed in order for students to be able to use what they have (presumably) learned in the classroom in “real life” situations beyond school Nonetheless, M&M perspectives evolved out of research on concept development more than research on problem solving; and, rather than being preoccupied with the kind of word problems emphasized in textbooks and standardized tests, we focus on (simulations of) problem solving “in the wild.” Also, we give special attention to the fact that, in a technology-basedage of information, significant changes are occurring in the kinds of “mathematical thinking” that is coming to be needed in the everyday lives of ordinary people in the 21st century—as well as in the lives of productive people in future-oriented fields that are heavy users of mathematics, science, and technology.
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Lesh, R., English, L.D. Trends in the evolution of models & modeling perspectives on mathematical learning and problem solving. Zentralblatt für Didaktik der Mathematik 37, 487–489 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02655857
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