Knowledge Quartet: dimensions, researches, and reflections about mathematics teacher's professional knowledge

Abstract

The Knowledge Quartet (KQ) is a theoretical resource of teacher practice, consisting of four dimensions. In this article, we present a literature review of 16 articles selected from queries in the Scielo, ERIC, PsycINFO, Web of Science, and MathEduc databases. Three guiding questions are discussed: How have researches about the KQ been conducted? What are the KQ dimensions and codes used in Mathematics Education researches? How does KQ contribute to the professional knowledge constitution of a teacher who teaches mathematics? These researches highlight the potential of KQ through the qualitative approach and use of videos. Contemplating all dimensions and codes has been the most common practice, with emphasis on the contingency dimension. It was identified that the KQ allows reflection and development of teacher knowledge in an individual or collaborative way, valuing the teacher's practice.

Keywords:
Literature review; Mathematics Education; Teacher's practice