We created this innovation to transform the traditional teaching of mathematics in technical education, developing students' mathematical thinking and improving their learning opportunities, vocational training, and integration into the workforce.
In practice, it is implemented through teacher workshops, disruptive activities, classroom application, and pedagogical reflection. Teachers work collaboratively in professional learning communities where they analyze tasks, implement them with students, and reflect on the outcomes.
To strengthen students' development of mathematical thinking, the initiative includes 35 mathematics courses for teachers. These courses cover the seven types of mathematical thinking—algebraic, stochastic, variational, proportional, geometric, visualization, and modeling—through cross-cutting themes relevant to secondary education. Each school year is aligned with the development of these types of thinking, ensuring a coherent and comprehensive approach.
The program has expanded through the schools participating in the Roberto Rocca Gen Técnico Program, by training trainers, creating communities of practice, and implementing the approach with students across different regions. This is supported by ongoing guidance and continuous monitoring to ensure ongoing improvement.
Currently, we are working with 11 schools in 3 countries, reaching over 90 teachers and 3,000 students per year.
You can create an account on the Roberto Rocca Virtual Campus and request free enrollment in the Mathematics courses. Once registered, you’ll gain access to the courses, along with materials and tools that will allow you—as a teacher—to implement the new methodologies in your educational institution.
