The growing intersection of global sustainability challenges, mathematics education, and technological advancements has created an urgent need for educational frameworks that foster interdisciplinary learning. This paper introduces the Integrating Mathematics Education, Technology, and Sustainability (IMETS) Framework, a novel approach designed to enhance students’ mathematical understanding while promoting sustainable practices and leveraging modern technological tools. The IMETS Framework integrates three key components—sustainability, mathematics education, and technology—into a cohesive curriculum that prepares students to address real-world problems such as climate change, resource management, and social equity. The framework emphasizes using technology to create interactive and personalized learning experiences and embeds sustainability directly into the mathematics curriculum. By fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills, the IMETS Framework equips students with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of the 21st century. This paper outlines the conceptual foundations of the framework, explores its practical applications in various educational contexts, and discusses its potential contributions to global educational goals, particularly the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
IMETS framework mathematics education sustainability technology integration critical thinking problem-solving sustainable development goals (SDGs)
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The growing intersection of global sustainability challenges, mathematics education, and technological advancements has created an urgent need for educational frameworks that foster interdisciplinary learning. This paper introduces the Integrating Mathematics Education, Technology, and Sustainability (IMETS) Framework, a novel approach designed to enhance students’ mathematical understanding while promoting sustainable practices and leveraging modern technological tools. The IMETS Framework integrates three key components—sustainability, mathematics education, and technology—into a cohesive curriculum that prepares students to address real-world problems such as climate change, resource management, and social equity. The framework emphasizes using technology to create interactive and personalized learning experiences and embeds sustainability directly into the mathematics curriculum. By fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills, the IMETS Framework equips students with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of the 21st century. This paper outlines the conceptual foundations of the framework, explores its practical applications in various educational contexts, and discusses its potential contributions to global educational goals, particularly the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
IMETS framework mathematics education sustainability technology integration critical thinking problem-solving sustainable development goals (SDGs)
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Instructional Technologies, Mathematics Education |
Journal Section | Review Article |
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Early Pub Date | September 30, 2025 |
Publication Date | October 19, 2025 |
Submission Date | April 1, 2025 |
Acceptance Date | September 30, 2025 |
Published in Issue | Year 2025 Volume: 13 Issue: 26 |