Development of a Set of Mathematical Modelling Rubrics

Siew Yee Lim & Hui Yi Ting

There has been increasing interest in the use of mathematical modelling to better prepare students for the 21st century. However, established rubrics that assess students’ ability to apply their mathematical skills in mathematical modelling tasks are scarce. This study proposes to develop a set of mathematical rubrics based on four standard mathematical modelling steps of formulating, solving, interpreting and reflecting. Validity and reliability of the rubrics will be assessed with 200 high school students from Singapore. The rubrics will then be used to investigate the effects of using a mathematical modelling teaching package on students’ ability to solve real-world problems.