Using elementary set theory case studies to widen mathematical teaching skills in Education Colleges in Zambia

Abstract

This work seeks to develop elementary case studies, these cases are fictionalized depicting a real life classroom interaction in Zambian school particularly college of Education. The case studies used are aimed to widen mathematical teaching instruction. Set theory is chosen because of its fundamental application in Mathematics. Elementary set theory concepts such as element of set, empty set, subset and De Morgan’s law are used. Each case presents a teaching and learning deficiency or key moment of decision made when marking the work of students. The cases here to be read and analysed by a group of teachers, the goal of such interaction is to lead teachers to think deeply and appreciate the challenges of teaching elementary set theory concept and other related abstract concepts.