Enhancing Oral Communication Skills in Mathematics Teaching: Lessons from Research

Abstract

This paper explores research on the enhancement of oral communication skills in mathematics teachers. The author reviewed four articles on the improvement of teaching and learning of mathematics. Research in this area is expanding rapidly. However, to date, few studies have critically investigated this body of work. The author reviewed key findings from influential studies. The author's analysis revealed that although these studies are subject to limitations, mathematics teachers' oral communication skills can be enhanced to improve the teaching and learning of the subject. Contemporary literature on the issue hypothesizes that the enhancement of oral communication skills promotes effective teaching and learning of the subject. The article concludes by identifying potential areas for further research.