The team behind Mazio Math
Mazio Math grows out of mathematics education, design and software. Here we introduce the areas we work in and who fits in well there. We read speculative applications at any time.
The areas
Open an area to see what is being built there and who fits in well.
Mathematics educationBuilding learning paths and knowing misconceptions
Every unit is a learning path that builds up a topic step by step, from first discovery to confident mastery. To do this, we set out the order in which ideas develop, which representations help along the way and at which points children often form misconceptions.
We play through and check new tasks before they are released. Feedback from the classroom goes into the revision.
Who fits in well here
- Teachers with experience of teaching maths at primary school
- Experts from research and teaching in mathematics education
- Student teachers studying mathematics
Interactive tasksTurning the concept into a hands-on task
Children reflect shapes, find rectangles or read charts directly on the tablet. Every task needs variants at several levels of difficulty and feedback that matches the answer given.
Who fits in well here
- People who combine maths education and programming
- Development with JavaScript and Canvas
- Game and interaction design
DesignWorlds, characters and explainer videos
Every unit is set in its own world with places, characters and a cover. Mazio, the learning assistant, accompanies the children. He asks questions and offers answers to tap. For teachers, we produce explainer videos and animations.
Who fits in well here
- Illustration and animation
- Interface design for children and for adults
- Video and sound
SoftwareBrowser, app and our own server
Mazio Math runs in the browser and as an app for iOS and Android. This includes the teacher dashboard, the evaluation of results and the suggestions for the class board. We store and process children’s personal data exclusively in Germany.
Who fits in well here
- Web development with JavaScript, Node.js and PostgreSQL
- App development with React Native
- Operations, security and data protection in the technology
Supporting schoolsIntroductions, help and advice
We help teachers get to know Mazio Math. The page help in the dashboard explains every view, and we answer questions from schools by email. We advise school leadership and school authorities on licences and data protection.
Who fits in well here
- Teachers or trainers who enjoy speaking to school staff
- Advising schools and school authorities
- People who write clear instructions and help texts
Law and data protectionAgreements, contract documents and tenders
Data processing agreements, contract documents for schools and bids for public tenders.
Who fits in well here
- Knowledge of data protection law
- Experience with public procurement
LanguagesMazio Math in English, Danish, Norwegian and French
We translate tasks, interfaces and help texts into English, Danish, Norwegian and French.
Who fits in well here
- Native speakers with an eye for primary school maths
ResearchStudies on impact in the classroom
Mazio Math was tested in a scientific study with a comparison group at primary schools in Germany.
Who fits in well here
- Experience in empirical education research
- Dissertations and theses on digital learning
How to apply speculatively
We are not advertising any positions at the moment. We read every speculative application.
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Write an email
An email to info@mathezeit.de is enough. Tell us which area interests you and what you bring.
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Show your work
For design and software, links to your own work often say more than a CV. For maths education and schools, an example from your teaching or lecturing helps.
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Get to know each other
If it fits with what we have coming up, we invite you to a video call.
Do you recognise yourself in one of these areas?
Write to us and tell us which area interests you and what you bring.