Dawson Mathematics teacher Mathilde Hitier is this year's recipient of the Dieter-Lunkenbein Prize, a provincial award recognizing the top doctoral thesis in mathematics education in Quebec.
Mathilde was recognized for her outstanding doctoral research in mathematics education, which offers fresh insights into the connection between mathematics and mechanics.
The award, which will be presented at the 70th AMQ Congress on Oct. 18, honours graduate research that advances the field of mathematics education in Quebec. The jury praised the originality of her work, the strength of its theoretical framework, the rigour of its methodology, and the practical recommendations it offers for STEM teaching at the college level and beyond. They also highlighted the exceptional quality of her writing and the significant contribution her research makes to advancing knowledge in mathematics education.
