Martin Hanuš|Lenka Havelková|Kate?ina Švubová
Math-Related Difficulties in Thematic Map Use in Lower Secondary Education
Charles University|Institute of Geography|Charles University|Institute of Geography|Charles University|Institute of Geography
use maps complex source geographical information requires certain level mathematical literacythe lack literacy cause severe failures map use development map skillstherefore paper aims contribute discussion difficulties using quantitative thematic maps specifically choropleth maps proportional symbol maps may result insufficient level mathematical literacy lower secondary level educationthe paper structured two studies study 1 focuses continuity mathematics geography curricula employing methods expert cognitive walkthrough content analysis study 2 examines relationship achieved mathematical literacy map skills using two achievements tests questionnairethe findings show continuity curricula often fails map skills development precedes development mathematical literacythe identified inappropriate chronology might important consequences since correlation mathematical literacy level thematic map use skills proves statistically significanttheir relationship significant aspects map use map reading analysis interpretation use types quantitative thematic maps examined studythe results interest geography teachers teacher trainers curriculum leaders national school levels