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Abstract

Mathematical modelling is a process in which individuals use mathematics actively in real and meaningful contexts. Dealing with real problems, issues or contexts mathematically important and relevant aspects can be identified, realised and implemented. This approach – starting from the concrete problem – makes mathematical concepts, tools and processes more comprehensible and understandable. In the last decades the topic of mathematical modelling in mathematics education has been discussed exhaustively within science. As a guest editors for MSEL, we report here on mathematical modelling in German speaking countries based on school practice examples or on project related perspectives.

Keywords

• mathematical modelling
• mathematics education
• mathematical concepts
• tools and processes
• school practice
• german speaking