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This chapter focuses on studying the diverse demands of mathematical modelling in secondary schools and strategies to meet those demands under the new curriculum standard. This study analyses students’ learning needs and the horizontal distribution of multidimensional modelling in compulsory conditions. Then, it proposes a corresponding 5-direction modelling courses. It offers a curriculum structure in mathematical modelling suitable for different levels of need, featuring a core ‘three-person study community’ and an ‘echelon system’ for teaching mathematical modelling at higher levels. A learning method of ‘mathematical modelling by item’ has been developed, and satisfactory results have been achieved. A system to evaluate mathematical modelling has been established and applied to daily teaching and the Shanghai Joint Secondary School Mathematical Modelling Activity.
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Chen, X. (2021). Mandatory Mathematical Modelling in High School: How to Implement Within and Outside the Classroom to Meet Students’ Diverse Needs. In: Leung, F.K.S., Stillman, G.A., Kaiser, G., Wong, K.L. (eds) Mathematical Modelling Education in East and West. International Perspectives on the Teaching and Learning of Mathematical Modelling. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-66996-6_55
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