Dr MM Moleko

Qualifications

• PhD Curriculum Studies (with specialisation in Mathematics Education) (UFS, 2018)

Currently teaching

• BPT1501

Fields of academic interests

• Mathematics pedagogies
• Mathematics and language
• Universal Design for Learning
• Universal Design for Instruction
• Universal Design for Assessment
• Sustainable Learning
• Self-directed learning
• Qualitative research methods
• Indigenous pedagogy
• Mathematics and Technology
• Innovation in Teaching Mathematics

Field of Specialisation

• Mathematics Education
• Curriculum Studies
• Teacher Education

Books

Essien, A., Sapire, I., Moleko, M. (2024). The Concept of Language-as-resource/Sources of Meaning from an African Perspective: Challenges and Opportunities in Mathematics Education. In Essien A. (Ed). Multilingualism in Mathematics Education in Africa. Bloomsbury: London. Pp 1-20.

Journal articles

• Moleko, M. M.,& Mosimege, M. D. (2020). Teachers' and learners' experiences for guiding effective teaching and learning of mathematics word problems. Issues in Educational Research, 30(4), 1375- 1394.
• Moleko, M. M., & Mosimege, M. D. (2021). Flexible teaching of mathematics word problems through multiple means of representation. Pythagoras, 42(1), 10.
• Moleko, M. M. (2021). Multiple Means of Engagement Strategies for Maximising the Learning of Mathematics in Pandemic-regulated Classrooms. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, 20(8).
• Moleko, M. M. (2021). Teachers’ Perspectives on Addressing Linguistic Factors Affecting Visualisation of Mathematics Word Problems. EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 17(11), em2029.
• Moleko, M. M. (2022). Using universal design for instruction principles to guide flexible, inclusive and accessible teaching of geometry. Issues in Educational Research, 32(2), 613-633.
• Mpalami, N., & Moleko, M. M. (2022). A critical exploration of student teacher’s choice and use of representations in a challenging environment. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 18(11), em2181.
• Moleko, M. M., & Sepeng, P. (2023). Teaching Fractions in the Intermediate Phase: A Neuroscience Approach. Journal of Education and Learning, 8(2), 165-75.
• Sepeng P. & Moleko, M. M. (2023). Embracing the Data-Driven Paradigm: A Comprehensive Framework for Effective Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. Journal of Education and Learning, 8(2), 165-75.

Paper presentations

• Thamae, M.T & Moleko., M.M. (2023). Making Euclidean geometry accessible to grade 11 learners: A Universal design for learning approach. AMESA, 26- 30 June, Cape Town.
• Moleko, M.M, Pule, G. & Mpalami, N. (2023). Meaningful Learning of Mathematical Concepts Through Multiple Means of Action and Expression, 31st Conference of the Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein campus, 17 January – 19 January 2023.
• Moleko., M.M & Thamae, M.T. (2023). How to teach "3D-solids" concept through Activity-Based Teaching Approach in the Intermediate-Phase. AMESA, 26- 30 June, Cape Town.
• Mpalami, N., Moleko, M.M & Pule, G. (2022). A Representational Approach to Teaching and Learning Fractions, 27th Annual National Congress of the Association for Mathematics Education of South Africa (AMESA),North-West Province, 27 June – 1 July 2022. Potchefstroom campus: University of North- West.
• Moleko, M.M (2022). The Teaching of Grade 4 Mathematics Using Multiple Means of Representation (MMR), 27th Annual National Congress of the Association for Mathematics Education of South Africa (AMESA), Potchefstroom campus, 27 June – 1 July 2022. Potchefstroom: University of North-West.
• Moleko, M.M (2022). SCAFFOLDING MATHEMATICS LEARNING: A CASE OF GRADE 3 TEACHERS, The 45th Conference of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, Alicante University, 18 – 23 July 2022. Spain: Alicante
• Moleko, M.M., & Ntsala, S.A. (2021). English Language Competency among the Mathematics Teachers as a Precursor for Performance in Mathematics. International Conference on Mathematical Education, Tokyo, Japan, 2 – 3 December 2021.

Professional positions, fellowships & awards

• Black Academic Advancement Programme (BAAP) - NRF fellow award (2021 – 2022)
• 2022 - Faculty of Education top researcher (Lecturer – Category)
• 2022 – 2023 UFS Top 7 female emerging scholars
• Sunday World Heroic Woman Award (Women in Academia category) – 2023
• 2011 – 2012 HRCS Bursary holder

Projects

• Project 1: Leader and Founder of “Universal Design for Learning in Mathematics Classrooms” project. The project focuses on Mathematics teacher capacity development / training on inclusion and access for sustainable learning.
• Project 2: Leader and Co-founder of “South Africa-USA Collaboration for Content & Pedagogy Stimulation in the Foundation Phase” project o The project focuses on material development to promote innovative teaching of Mathematics in the foundation phase.
• Project 3: Leader and Co-founder of the “SA-USA Primary Math Teachers Content & Pedagogy Stimulation in the Intermediate Phase” project