Karin Brodie

Karin Brodie is a Professor of Education and Mathematics Education at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she also serves as Deputy Head of the Wits School of Education. Her work focuses on mathematics teacher development, promoting classroom interaction, and enhancing mathematical understanding through error analysis in professional learning communities.

• Academic Role: Professor of Education and Mathematics Education
• Institution: University of the Witwatersrand
• School: Wits School of Education

Her research explores:

• Decolonizing mathematics education through identity work
• Transforming pedagogy via learner error analysis
• Curriculum development and critical thinking frameworks
• Epistemological access to mathematical knowledge

Key research trends from her publications include:

• Challenging deficit views of mathematical learning
• Investigating sociocultural dimensions of math education
• Developing teacher practices for conceptual understanding
• Addressing systemic inequities in mathematics participation

She leads the Data Informed Practice Improvement Project (Dipip) Phase 3 and has received funding from the National Research Foundation.