The Role of Mathematics Education in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Authors

  • Omosowon Victoria Olasoji Department of Mathematics and Computer Education, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu
  • Ukamaka Felicity Ugwu Department of Mathematics and Computer Education, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu
  • David O. Onoh Department of Mathematics and Computer Education, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu

Keywords:

Education, Mathemathics, mathematics Education, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Abstract

This study reviews the role of mathematics education in achieving quality Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mathematics is the key to other fields of science education. Mathematics plays an important role in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and at the same time allow working with real situations in the subject of mathematics, providing the student with active learning. Sustainability is used to make the student see the usefulness of mathematics while instilling values and attitudes towards it. This paper examined the Mathematics Education for Sustainable Development and as well x-rays the constraints of mathematics education and the way forward in improving teaching and learning of mathematics education in order to support the realization of SDGs targets. Conclusion and a way forward were suggested based on the literature reviewed.

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Published

2023-05-31

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023): ESUT Journal of Education (EJE)

Section

Articles