Degrees Held
- B Paed (Sc), UDW (1987)
- B Ed, UNISA (1991)
- M Ed (cum laude), UDW (1999)
- D Ed, UKZN (2004)
Research Interests
- Teacher knowledge
- Use of technology in teaching
- Visualization
- Teaching and learning
- Geometry
- Modeling
Teaching Interests
- Post graduate research
- Mathematics methods
- Geometry
Selected Publications
Books
Journal Articles
Chapters in Books
Books
- Mudaly, V. (2010). The Role and Use of Sketchpad as a Modelling Tool in Secondary Schools. Lambert Academic Publishing
Journal Articles
- Mpofu, S. and Mudaly, V. (2020). Grade 11 Rural Learners Understanding of Functions: A Commognition Perspective. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 2020 24, No. 2, 156–168, https://doi.org/10.1080/18117295.2020.1798670
- Mudaly, V. and Mpofu, S. (2019). Learners’ views on asymptotes of a hyperbola and exponential function: A commognitive approach. Problems of Education in the 21st Century, 77(6), 734-744
- Mudaly, V. and Fletcher, T. (2019). The effectiveness of Geogebra when teaching linear functions using the Ipad. Problems of Education in the 21st Century, 77(1): 55-81
- Mudaly, V. (2018). Decolonising the mind: Mathematics teachers explore possibilities for indigenising the school curriculum. Journal of Education, 74: 67-84
- Mudaly, V. and Pedro, I. (2018). Algebra in textbooks: A comparison of South African and Angolan textbooks. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 74 (9/1): 72-95
- Mudaly, V. and Sibiya, M. (2018). The effects of the geoboard on learner understanding of geometry theorems. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 74 11/1): 90-98
- Mudaly, V. and Singh, K. (2018). Language: A barrier when teaching and learning Business studies. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 74 (9/1): 56-71
- Shongwe, B and Mudaly, V. (2017). Development and evaluation of an instrument to measure functional understandings of proof in mathematics. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 73 (12/2): 87-104
- Mahlaba, S and Mudaly, V. (2017). Teaching and learning cyclic quadrilateral theorems using Sketchpad in a Grade 11 class in South Africa. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 73 (11): 360-376
- Pillay, P and Mudaly, V. (2017). A peek at some triangles having integral sides from a proof and proving perspective. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 73 (11): 124-135
- Zvitambo, K. and Mudaly, V. (2017). Humanistic management philosophy in governance in the taxi industry in South Africa. International Journal of Sciences and Research, 73 (5): 62-85
- Published in 2016: Mudaly, V. and Moodley, U. (2015) A study of learners’ conceptual development in mathematics in a grade eight class using concept mapping. Journal of Educational Studies 14 (1): 20 -40
- Mudaly, V. (2016). (Re)-Forming Pre-Service Mathematics Teacher Education. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(7): 65-82
- Mudaly, V. and Jugoo, R. V. (2016) The use of Action Research in a Computer Programming module taught using a Blended Learning Environment. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(9): 52-69
- Mudaly, V. and Uddin, R. S. (2016) Technology in Mathematics: Use of GeoGebra applets International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(9): 190-212
- Mudaly, V. and Dowlath, E. (2016) Pre-service teachers’ use of mathematical modelling. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(8): 59-79 International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(8): 59-79
- Mudaly, V. and Reddy, L. (2016). The role of visualisation in the proving process of Euclidean geometry problems. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(8): 178-204
- Mudaly, V. and Singh, R. I. (2016). Teachers’ use of multiple representations when teaching Mathematics Literacy. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(6): 346-367
- Mudaly, V. (2016). Pre-service teachers’ understanding of the concept of proof. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72(5): 137-158
- Mudaly, V. and Budaloo, V.R. (2016). The Use of Visual Reasoning by Successful Mathematics Teachers. International Scientific Researches Journal, 72 (6): 26-51
- Mudaly, V. and Sukhdeo, S. (2015). Mathematics Learning in the Midst of School Transition from Primary to Secondary School. International Journal of Social Sciences 11(3): 244-252
- Mudaly, V. (2015). Pre-service Teacher Knowledge: Thinking about conceptual understanding. International Journal of Social Sciences.
- Mudaly, V. and Naidoo, J. (2015). The concrete-representational-abstract sequence of instruction in mathematics classrooms. Perspectives in Education, 33 (1), pp 45-59.
- Mudaly, V. (2014). A Visualisation-based Semiotic Analysis of Learners’ Conceptual Understanding of Graphical Functional Relationships. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education. pp 2-11.
- Mudaly, V. (2013). Is proving a visual act? Mevlana International Journal of Education (MIJE) Vol. 3(3). Special Issue: Special Issue: Dynamic and Interactive Mathematics Learning Environment
- Mudaly, V. (2012). Diagrams in Mathematics: To draw or not to draw? Perspectives in Education, 30 (2).
- Mudaly, V. and Moore-Russo, D. (2011). South African Teachers’ conceptualisations of gradient: A study of historically disadvantaged teachers in an Advanced Certificate in Education programme. Pythagoras, 32 (1).
- Mudaly, V. and Rampersad, R. (2010). The role of visualisation in learners’ conceptual understanding of graphical functional relationships. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education. Volume 14 Issue 1. UNISA (36 – 48)
- Mudaly, V. (2009). Iterative processes in mathematics education. Perspectives in Education, 27 (3), September 2009. Editor: Maree J G. Science Africa. Pretoria.
- Mudaly, V. (2007). Proof and Proving in Secondary Schools. Pythagoras, 66, December 2007. AMESA (64-75).
- Mudaly, V. (2007). Can our learners model in mathematics? The Montana Mathematics Enthusiast, (1). Editor: Sriraman, B. (93 – 102)
- Mudaly, V. (2006). Mathematical Modelling using Sketchpad. Bulletin for Academic Staff and Students, 16 (1). (19-31)
- Mudaly, V. (2006). Marking Matric scripts is a learning process. Learning and Teaching Mathematics: A Journal of AMESA, (3). Editors: Graven, M and Bizony M. AMESA (41 – 46)
- Mudaly, V. (1994). Modelling of real-world problems is often the starting point for proof. Pythagoras, (60), December 2004. Editors: Mamokgethi S. and Schafer M. AMESA.
- Mudaly, V. (2004). Modeling of real-world problems is often the starting point of proof. ICMI Study 14: Applications and Modelling in Mathematics Education. Editors: Werner Blum and Hans-Wolfgang Henn. (187 – 192).
- Mudaly, V. and De Villiers, M. (2000). Pupils’ needs for conviction and explanation within the context of dynamic geometry. Proceedings of the Sixth National Congress of the Association for Mathematics Education in South Africa. Editor: Artha Beukes. Bloemfontein. Hooglandpers. (210-216)
- Mudaly, V. and De Villiers, M. (2000). Learners’ needs for conviction and explanation within the context of dynamic geometry. Pythagoras, 52, 20-23.
Chapters in Books
- Mudaly, V and Julie, C (2006). Mathematical Modelling of Social Issues in School Mathematics in South Africa. This is an ICMI Book: Modelling and Applications in Mathematics Education. Editors: Werner Blum, Peter L. Galbraith and Mogens Niss.
- Mudaly, V. (2021). Visualizing as a Means of Understanding in the Fourth Industrial Revolution Environment. In J. Naidoo (Ed.), Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century: Embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution, (pp. 1-10). Leiden, Netherlands: Brill/Sense Publishers, pp. 53-70.
Teaching Expertise
- EDMA160: Mathematics for Education FET Phase: Geometry and Trigonometry
- Curriculum Development in Science and Mathematics Education (Honours)
- Supervised PhD, MEd and Hons students
- Teaching and Learning in Science and Mathematics Education 2 (Honours)
- Mathematics Method 2
- Curriculum Development in Science and Mathematics Education (Honours)
Student Supervision
Masters
PhD
Masters
- Malinga M A 2005 “Current difficulties experienced by grade 10 mathematics educators after the implementation of the new curriculum in grade 9.”
- Singh R I 2007” An investigation into learner understanding of the properties of selected quadrilaterals using manipulatives in a grade 8 mathematics class.”
- Rampersad R 2009 “The role of visual literacy on grade 11 learners’ conceptual understanding of graphical functional relationships.”
- Dowlath E 2009” Exploring pre-service mathematics teachers’ knowledge and use of mathematical modelling as a strategy for solving real-world problems.”
- Moodley U 2009 “A study of learners’ conceptual development in mathematics in a grade eight class using concept maps.”
- Budram R 2009 “The effects of using visual literacy and visualisation in the teaching and learning of mathematics problem solving on grade 6 and 7 learners..”
- Sukhdeo S 2012 “An Exploration of Mathematics Learner Transition from Primary School to Secondary School.”
- Sithole M P 2013” An Investigation of how Language Affects the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics for English Second Language Learners in Five FET Schools within the Mtubatuba district in Northern KwaZulu-Natal: A particular focus on word problems.”
- Sheriff U R 2012 “Geogebra, a tool for mediating knowledge in the teaching and learning of transformations of functions in Mathematics.”
- Reddy L .2015” An exploration of the role of visualisation in the proving process of Euclidean geometry problems..”
- Govender L 2016 “An exploration of pre-service science and mathematics teachers use of visualisation in a problem solving context: A case study at a South African university.”
- Khoza MM 2018 “Exploring The Influence Of Mathematical Representations On 10th Grade Learners’ Understanding Of Trigonometry In A Poorly Performing School.”
- Shoba P 2018 “Exploring Grade 11 learners’ use of diagrams when solving problems in probability in mathematics.”
- Ramiah D 2019 “The use of visual strategies by educators at tertiary level and its influence on student teachers’ development of mathematical concepts.”
- Borges Pedro IMJ 2019” A Comparative Analysis of Three High School Textbooks’ Concepts in Algebra in South Africa and Angola.”
- Singh K 2019 “An Exploration of the Language Barriers experienced when Teaching and Learning Grade 10 Business Studies.”
- Sibiya MR 2019 “Exploring The Use Of A Geoboard In The Teaching And Learning Of Euclidean Geometry Among Grade 11 Mathematics Learners In King Cetshwayo District.”
- Mahlaba S 2019 “Exploring The Teaching And Learning Of Cyclic Quadrilaterals Using A Guided Visual Discovery Method In A Grade 11 Classroom Using Mediating Artifacts.”
- Senoo GK 2020 “Exploring Mathematics teachers’ knowledge’s in selected schools in Mthatha.”
- Zamisa PM 2020 “Exploring The Factors Influencing Grade 11 Learner Performance In Geometry In Two High Schools In The Umlazi District.”
- Zulu M W 2020 “An Exploration of The Integration of Technology by Mathematics Teachers: The Case of 10 Schools in KwaZulu-Natal Under Umlazi District.”
PhD
- Naidoo J 2010 “Exploring master teachers’ use of visuals as tools in mathematics classrooms.”
- Singh R I 2013 “An Exploration into the use of Multiple Representations as Instructional Tools in Mathematical Literacy Classrooms.”
- Jugoo V R 2014 ” Exploring Higher Education Engagement in Computer Programming within a Blended Learning Environment: An Action Research Approach.”
- Budaloo V R 2015 “The use of visual reasoning by successful mathematics teachers: A case study.”
- Shongwe B 2019 “Exploring Grade 11 learners’ functional understandings of proof in relation to argumentation in selected high schools.”
- Mpofu S 2018 “Grade 11 learners’ participation in the functions discourse: The case of a hyperbola and exponential function.”
- Zvitambo K 2017 “An exploration of the impact of Humanistic Management Philosophy on Corporate Governance in the Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed companies.”
- Tatira B 2020 ” Exploring Mathematical Literacy teaching and learning through problem solving: A case of FET Colleges.”
- Ramgathi P 2020” An exploration of promotion policies in a few schools in the iLembe District.”
- Govender, T P 2020” An exploration of the teaching and learning of Information Technology (IT) programming in two higher education institutions in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN).”
- Nguse, H A 2020 “An Exploration of General Education and Training (GET) teachers’ mathematical knowledge and its influence on the quality of instruction in the teaching of functions.”
- Budram, R 2020 “An Exploration of Pre-Service Teachers use of Visualization when teaching and solving problems in the mathematics classroom.”