Odd Tore Kaufmann

Odd Tore Kaufmann is a Professor at the Department of Natural Sciences, Practical-Aesthetic, Social and Religious Studies (RES) at Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences (HiOA). He holds a PhD in mathematics education from the University of Agder. His research focuses on mathematics teacher education, particularly integrating programming into mathematics instruction and understanding multiplication concepts in primary education. He is actively involved in projects exploring digital technology in teacher training and manipulative tools for mathematics learning.

• Education: PhD in Mathematics Education, University of Agder.

His research interests include teacher roles in mathematics education, error-handling practices, and computational thinking integration. Kaufmann has authored numerous textbooks for primary and lower secondary education, emphasizing practical approaches to mathematics teaching. He collaborates with research groups like 'Education in Mathematics, Science and Technology' and frequently presents at international conferences (e.g., CERME, PME).

Key publications analyze teacher beliefs, programming in mathematics curricula, and student misconceptions. He emphasizes the importance of professional identity development for pre-service teachers and the role of technology in fostering mathematical understanding. His work spans journal articles, conference proceedings, and educational materials.

Notable projects include investigating digital fabrication for manipulatives and exploring how pre-service teachers perceive programming’s role in mathematical pedagogy. He contributes to educational policy discussions through media engagements and academic outreach.