A comparative analysis of mathematics textbooks from Kosovo and Albania based on the topic of fractions

International audienceThis study analyses the presentation of fractions in Kosovar and Albanian mathematics textbooks designed for students of one to fifth-grade. Physical characteristics of the selected textbooks, the presentation of fractions and the nature of the problems were analysed as well. Findings showed that Albanian mathematics textbooks covered more lessons on fractions than Kosovar textbooks. Textbooks from both countries focus mostly on part whole and operator construction. Also, the majority of problems focused on pure mathematics and single procedures. Few problems in Kosovar textbooks required problem explanation, while problem solving as a cognitive requirement was used more in Albanian textbooks. A common deficiency in all texts was the lacks of problems requiring special requirement