The ERG’s main strength lies in the support it offers to ‘new’ researchers in providing a space for discussion and collaboration with peers across Europe. In addition, it creates a new space in EERA which allows emerging researchers to be supported so that a strong, independent ‘Emerging Researchers’ forum will add to EERA’s internal democratic accountability.
The Group will recruit members whose membership details will be held within the EERA database. The annual meeting is held at ECER each year; and year round contact is maintained between members through email and via the Emerging Researchers’ Group website.
The Link Convenor, elected for a fixed term by the annual group meeting, will be co-opted onto the EERA Council for the period of their office and their travel expenses will be paid by EERA. The Convenor will be expected to represent the interests of ‘new’ educational researchers in Europe on Council.
Find out more about the Emerging Researchers’ Group on the EERA website, including upcoming events, workshops, and more.
Easy and difficult maths problems – and why language matters
Beyond the actual learning of mathematics, situational and linguistic aspects are relevant when students are working on a task
Any of these aspects can influence whether a maths problem is perceived by the student as easy or difficult. Not understanding the maths problem, therefore, does not unambiguously point to a level of mathematical ability.
Peer review in the era of generative AI models: An ethical call
The emergence of generative AI models, such as ChatGPT, is significantly impacting various facets of society, including research and academia. Given their ability to generate human-like text based on input data or prompts, generative AI models have profound implications for the academic community. These implications entail ethical and societal challenges within the peer review process, raising questions about the potential role of such models.
Hope and Community – A community of practitioners for social change
Researchers and research have the potential to instigate change, or at the very least, offer hope for the possibility of change – reflections from the EERA Summer School 2023
5 practical tips for maths teachers for the design of emotion-sensitive classrooms
Teachers should design authentic learning environments in which students are provided with learning opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills in different disciplines and real life, argues Dr. Başak Çalık.
Using eTwinning to improve learning outcomes when teaching English in rural areas
eTwinning offers students in remote areas the opportunity to socialise and make friends throughout Europe, and provides them with an opportunity to practice their English skills while developing ICT skills. For teachers, eTwinning can lead to a cooperative learning and working experience with other European teachers on a range of subjects.
Do current curricula hinder student understanding of complex global water systems?
Students may struggle to grasp the dynamic and complex interactions among (in)direct water use, local, and global water issues. We are failing to teach young people how water systems work, how we engage and affect those systems, and how we ensure the sustainability of these systems, argues Dr Sinem Demirci
Using ChatGPT in an educational technology course for maths teacher candidates
Teacher candidates can benefit from ChatGPT when used for the right purposes, but students should be aware of the limitations of AI tools and the importance of verifying the information provided with other sources.
Beyond Research: The transformative power of the Emerging Researcher’s Conference
Engaging with ERGs/ERCs provides valuable networking and collaborative opportunities with fellow researchers and education experts, says 2022 Best Paper Award winner Aigul Rakisheva.
Is the self-efficacy of maths teachers related to teaching competency?
The role of teachers is one of the essential elements that ensure the proper functioning of the education system and the world for students' benefit. In addition to guiding them academically, teachers can influence children’s future, making them better human beings....
7 things I liked about EERA’s Summer School in Porto
Just as each of us is unique, our PhD journeys will also be unique. However, very often, there are common elements. Engaging in networking activities with other doctoral candidates at an early stage of one’s PhD journey, therefore, proves to be a very enriching...