這份研究探討在香港中學導入數學建模教學的影響。研究團隊以迪士尼樂園路線規劃為例,針對134名中二學生進行教學,並運用「建模活動圖」(MAD) 架構評估學生的學習成效。結果顯示,學生在閱讀、計算和寫作階段表現良好,但在建模和驗證階段則較弱。研究指出,精進教學素材和教師培訓對於提升數學建模教學成效至關重要,並建議未來研究應擴大樣本規模以驗證研究結果。以下內容節錄自文章的總結部分:
To promote the integration of mathematical modeling in primary and secondary education, this study highlights the critical importance of teacher training. It emphasizes the need for a wide range of training activities, particularly concerning the pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) related to mathematical modeling. Although teachers may possess mathematical knowledge, it is essential to equip them with pedagogical knowledge and skills to assist students of all abilities to understand the materials. First, teachers should recognize the importance of each MAD stage and avoid paying excessive attention to the modeling stages. This approach can further enhance the abilities of the students to understand and appreciate mathematical modeling.