This book explores new trends and developments in mathematics education research related to
proof and proving the implications of these trends and developments for theory and practice
and directions for future research. With contributions from researchers working in twelve
different countries the book brings also an international perspective to the discussion and
debate of the state of the art in this important area. The book is organized around the
following four themes which reflect the breadth of issues addressed in the book: . Theme 1:
Epistemological issues related to proof and proving . Theme 2: Classroom-based issues related
to proof and proving . Theme 3: Cognitive and curricular issues related to proof and proving
and . Theme 4: Issues related to the use of examples in proof and proving. Under each theme
there are four main chapters and a concluding chapter offering a commentary on the theme
overall.
