Research Trends and Features of Programming in Mathematics Learning Environment: A Scoping Review

Abstract

Programming abilities are increasingly integrated into global education structures. This skill emerges as a competitive advantage due to its capacity to cultivate inventors in the technological arena. Recognising this potential, many developed nations, including Sweden and the United Kingdom, began integrating programming into the primary school curriculum. Diverse methodologies are employed to conduct this implementation. Reviews of global programming trends in primary school mathematics education were the aim of this study. This study utilises data from the SCOPUS, ScienceDirect, and EBSCO search engines. Numerous empirical investigations have undergone a review procedure utilising the PRISMA methodology. Articles published between 2000 and 2024 were analysed. This article examines the interplay between mathematical concepts and programming, the programming features commonly incorporated into mathematics education, and the consequences of programming on primary mathematics learning. This article provides an in-depth discussion of practical implications and recommendations for further research from multiple perspectives.