Silke Lekaus

Silke Lekaus is an Associate Professor at the Department of Language, Literature, Mathematics and Interpretation, University of Bergen. She specializes in mathematics education, focusing on argumentation and proving processes in secondary classrooms, as well as imaginary dialogues as pedagogical tools.

• Teaches courses: Matematikk 1 (MGBMA201), Matematikk 2 (MGBMA301, MGBMA401), and supervises the Masteroppgåve (MGUMA550).
• Research groups: Mathematics education in a critical perspective and LATACME.

Her research explores how dialogues and argumentation enhance mathematical reasoning, particularly in lower secondary education. She develops frameworks for teachers to implement exploratory and research-oriented pedagogies.

• Promotes critical perspectives in mathematics education
• Focuses on student-driven inquiry and proof construction
• Advocates for writing as a medium for mathematical understanding