InterMat – Interdisciplinary Approach to Teaching and Popularising Mathematics (1.10.2025. – 30.9.2029.)

Mathematics Education for the Challenges of the Future

InterMat (Interdisciplinary Approach to Teaching and Popularising Mathematics) is a four-year research and development project conducted at the University of Rijeka, Faculty of Mathematics, from 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2029. The project builds on the research team’s extensive experience in mathematics education, educational game development, science communication, and collaboration with the educational community.

Modern society requires new approaches to mathematics education that foster mathematical understanding, computational thinking, digital literacy, and complex problem-solving skills. InterMat investigates how innovative teaching approaches, educational games, interdisciplinary activities, and science communication can contribute to more effective mathematics teaching and learning at all educational levels.

The project brings together researchers with diverse expertise to develop a new research direction at the Faculty of Mathematics, connecting mathematics education, STEM disciplines, digital technologies, and the societal impact of science. Particular emphasis is placed on bridging research and educational practice and on developing activities that can directly support teachers, educators, preschool practitioners, and other educational professionals.

Project team members

Project leader: Vedrana Mikulić Crnković (Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka)

Bojan Crnković (Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka)
Martina Holenko Dlab (Faculty of Informatics and Digital Technologies, University of Rijeka)
Marina Volk
Ivona Traunkar (Faculty of Mathematics, University of Rijeka)