Journal Articles
Trenholm, S, Hajek, B,
Robinson, C, Chinnappan, M, Albrecht, A, Ashman, H (2018)
Investigating undergraduate mathematics learners’ cognitive engagement with recorded lecture videos,
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology (TMES), ISSN: 0020-739X. DOI:
10.1080/0020739X.2018.1458339.
Anastasakis, M,
Robinson, CL, Lerman, S (2017)
Links between students' goals and their choice of educational resources in undergraduate mathematics,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 36(2), pp.67-80, ISSN: 0268-3679. DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrx003.
Trenholm, S, Alcock, L,
Robinson, C (2016)
The instructor experience of fully online tertiary mathematics: a challenge and an opportunity,
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, ISSN: 1945-2306. DOI:
10.5951/jresematheduc.47.2.0147.
Trenholm, S, Alcock, L,
Robinson, C (2015)
An investigation of assessment and feedback practices in fully asynchronous online undergraduate mathematics courses,
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, ISSN: 0020-739X. DOI:
10.1080/0020739X.2015.1036946.
Broughton, SJ,
Robinson, CL, Hernandez- Martinez, PA (2013)
Lecturers’ perspectives on the use of a mathematics-based computer-aided assessment system,
Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications, 32(2), pp.88-94, DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrt008.
Robinson, C (2012)
Student engagement: What does this mean in practice in the context of higher education institutions?,
Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education, 4(2), pp.94-108, ISSN: 2050-7003. DOI:
10.1108/17581181211273039.
Taylor, C and
Robinson, C (2012)
Student engagement in higher education: theory, context, practice,
Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education, 4(2), ISSN: 2050-7003. DOI:
10.1108/jarhe.2012.53304baa.001.
Trenholm, S, Alcock, L,
Robinson, CL (2012)
Mathematics lecturing in the digital age,
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 43(6), pp.703-716, ISSN: 0020-739X. DOI:
10.1080/0020739X.2011.646325.
Robinson, CL (2012)
Using sport to engage and motivate students to learn mathematics,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 31(1), pp.49-56, ISSN: 0268-3679. DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrr030.
Robinson, CL (2012)
Using sport to engage and motivate students to learn mathematics,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 31(1), pp.49-56, DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrr030.
King, S and
Robinson, CL (2012)
Do undergraduate students view calculator usage as a proxy for learning with understanding?,
British Journal of Educational Technology, 43(3), pp.E90-E92, DOI:
10.1111/j.1467-8535.2012.01289.x.
Jaworski, B,
Robinson, CL, Matthews, J, Croft, AC (2012)
An Activity Theory Analysis of Teaching Goals versus Student Epistemological Positions,
The International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education, 19(4), pp.147-152, ISSN: 1744-2710.
Broughton, S, Hernandez Martinez, PA,
Robinson, CL (2011) Focus groups to ascertain the presence of formative feedback in CAA,
Proceedings of the British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, 31(2), pp.1-6.
Symonds, RJ, Lawson, DA,
Robinson, CL (2010)
An investigation of Physics undergraduates' attitudes towards mathematics,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications (advanced access), . DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrq009.
King, SO and
Robinson, CL (2009)
'Pretty Lights' and Maths! Increasing student engagement and enhancing learning through the use of electronic voting systems,
COMPUTERS & EDUCATION, 53(1), pp.189-199, ISSN: 0360-1315. DOI:
10.1016/j.compedu.2009.01.012.
King, SO and
Robinson, CL (2009)
Staff Perspectives on the Use of Technology for Enabling Formative Assessment and Automated Student Feedback,
ITALICS, 8(2), pp.24-35, ISSN: 1473-7507.
Croft, AC, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2009)
Recruitment and retention of students-an integrated and holistic vision of mathematics support,
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 40(1), pp.109-125, ISSN: 0020-739X. DOI:
10.1080/00207390802542395.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2008) Identifying what makes a good question in a mechanics diagnostic test,
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, 36(3), pp.256-265, ISSN: 0306-4190.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2008)
Identifying what makes a good question in a mechanics diagnostic test,
International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, 36(3), pp.256-265, ISSN: 0306-4190. DOI:
10.7227/IJMEE.36.3.9.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC, Pell, G,
Robinson, CL (2008)
Predicting performance of 1st year engineering students and the importance of assessment tools theirin?,
Engineering Education, 3(1), pp.44-51, ISSN: 1750-0044.
Symonds, SJ, Lawson, DA,
Robinson, CL (2008)
Promoting student engagement with mathematics support,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 27.(3), pp.140-149, DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrn011.
Bamforth, SE,
Robinson, CL, Croft, AC, Crawford, AR (2007)
Retention and progression of Engineering students with diverse mathematical backgrounds,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, pp.156-166, DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrm004.
Symonds, RJ, Lawson, DA,
Robinson, CL (2007)
The effectiveness of support for students with non-traditional mathematics backgrounds,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, pp.134-144, DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrm009.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2007)
Recent changes in A-level Mathematics: is the availability and uptake of mechanics declining yet more?,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, pp.111-118, ISSN: 0268-3679. DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrm007.
Lee, S, Bond, RM,
Robinson, CL, Rundle, BL (2007) University School Links: An Experience that Benefits All,
IMA Mathematics Today, 43(3), pp.89-92.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2006)
Engineering students' knowledge of mechanics upon arrival: expectation and reality,
Engineering Education, 1(1), pp.32-38, ISSN: 1750-0052.
Robinson, CL and Lee, S (2005)
Diagnostic Testing in Mathematics:Paired Questions,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 24(4), pp.154-166, ISSN: 1471-6976. DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrh017.
Crawford, AR, Croft, AC,
Robinson, CL, Bamforth, SE (2005) A Pre-sessional Course: Retaining Engineering Students through Mathematical and Transferable Skills Support,
The International Journal of Electrical Engineering Education, 42(1), pp.79-87, ISSN: 0020-7209.
Lee, S and
Robinson, CL (2005)
Diagnostic testing in mathematics: Paired questions,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 24(4), pp.154-166, ISSN: 0268-3679. DOI:
10.1093/teamat/hrh017.
Bamforth, S, Crawford, A, Croft, A,
Robinson, C (2005)
A Pre-Sessional Course: Retaining Engineering Students through Mathematical and Transferable Skills Support,
The International Journal of Electrical Engineering & Education, 42(1), pp.79-87, ISSN: 0020-7209. DOI:
10.7227/ijeee.42.1.10.
Robinson, CL (2003)
Engineering students--diagnostic testing and follow up,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 22(4), pp.177-181, ISSN: 0268-3679. DOI:
10.1093/teamat/22.4.177.
Robinson, CL and Croft, AC (2003) Diagnostic Testing and Support for Engineering Students,
Teaching Mathematics and its Applications, 22(4), pp.177-181.
Conferences
Anastasakis, M,
Robinson, CL, Lerman, S (2016) Do you really know what resources your students use to learn mathematics?. In Alpers, B, Dinger, U, Gustafsson, T, Velichová, D (ed)
The 18th SEFI Maths Working Group Seminar, http://sefi.htw-aalen.de, Gothenburg, Swede, pp.45-50.
Alpers, B, Demlova, M, Gustafsson, T, Lawson, D, Olsson-Lehtonen, B,
Robinson, CL, Robinson, P, Velichova, D (2014)
The SEFI Maths Working Group – Current Offerings and Future Tasks. In
the 17th SEFI Maths Working Group Seminar, Dublin, Ireland.
Alpers, BA, Demlova, M, Gustafsson, T, Lawson, D, Olsson-Lehtonen, B,
Robinson, CL, Robinson, P, Velichova, D (2014)
The SEFI Maths Working Group: current offerings and future tasks. In
the 17th SEFI Maths Working Group Seminar, Dublin, Ireland,ISBN: 9782873520113.
Broughton, SJ, Hernandez-Martinez, P,
Robinson, CL (2013)
A definition for effective assessment and implications on computer-aided assessment practice. In Lindmeier, AM and Heinze, A (ed)
37th Conferences of the International Group for the Psychology of Education, Kiel, Germany, pp.113-120.
Jaworski, B,
Robinson, CL, Matthews, J, Croft, A.C, (2013)
Using activity theory to make sense of differences in perspectives on mathematics teaching. In Lindmeier, AM and Heinze, A (ed)
37th Conferences of the International Group for the Psychology of Education, Kiel, Germany, p.00.
Broughton, S, Hernandez-Martinez, P,
Robinson, CL (2012) Lecturers’ beliefs and practices on the use of computer-aided assessment to enhance learning. In
16th SEFI Maths Working Group Seminar, University of Salamanca, Spain.
Matthews, J, Jaworski, B,
Robinson, CL, Croft, AC (2012) Engineering Students Understanding Mathematics (ESUM) - Increasing conceptual understanding and engagement. In
16th SEFI Maths Working Group Seminar, University of Salamanca, Spain.
Broughton, S,
Robinson, CL, Hernandez-Martinez, P (2012) Lecturers’ beliefs and practices on the use of computer-aided assessment to enhance learning. In
The 16th SEFI-MWG European Seminar on Mathematics in Engineering Education, University of Salamanca, pp.1-6, ISBN: 978-84-695-3960-6.
Broughton, S, Hernandez, P,
Robinson, CL (2012)
Using focus groups to investigate the presence of formative feedback in CAA. In
BSRLM Day Conference, Research in Mathematics Education, Leeds University, pp.87-88, DOI:
10.1080/14794802.2012.657440.
Robinson, CL (2012) Using sport to engage and motivate students to learn mathematics. In Joubert, M, Clark-Wilson, A, McCabe, M (ed)
The 10th International Conference on Technology in Mathematics Teaching, University of Portsmouth, pp.238-243.
Broughton, SJ, Hernandez-Martinez, P,
Robinson, CL (2011) Focus groups to ascertain the presence of formative feedback in CAA. In Smith, C (ed)
British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics, Leeds University, pp.1-6.
Robinson, CL (2010) Using Electronic voting Systems for Active Learning. In
CETL-MSOR conference, Birmingham.
Perkin, G, Bamforth, SE,
Robinson, CL (2010)
Progression of Engineering Students who attended a Pre-sessional Residential Summer School. In
Proceedings of the Engineering Education Conference EE2010, Aston University.
Robinson, CL (2010)
Using Electronic Voting Systems for Active Learning. In
Proceedings of the 14th SEFI Maths Working Group Seminar, Germany.
King, SO and
Robinson, CL (2009) Formative Teaching: A Conversational Framework for Evaluating the Impact of Response Technology on Student Experience, Engagement and Achievement 39th. In
ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference October 18-21 2009, tba, San Antonio.
Robinson, CL (2009) Using Formative Assessment in Lectures to Engage Students in the Learning of Mathematics - Concep Testing. In
CETL-MSOR conference, Milton Keynes.
Robinson, CL (2009) Engaging Engineering Students in the Learning of Mathematics. In
Matheon-Sefi Workshop on Mathematical Education of First-Year Engineering Students, Berlin.
King, SO and
Robinson, CL (2009)
Views of Engineering Students on the Use of Electronic Voting Systems in Mathematics. In
Proceedings of the CETL-MSOR conference, 8-9th September 2008, In Green, D.R. (ed), Lancaster University, pp.57-62.
Symonds, R, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2009)
Understanding student usage of mathematics support - who, why and how. In
Proceedings of the CELT-MSOR conference 8-9th September 2008, In Green, D.R.(ed), Lancaster University, pp.84-88, ISBN: 978-0-9555914-5-7.
Lawson, D, Symonds, R,
Robinson, CL (2008) Mathematics Support Centres: Who uses them and who doesn't? Why and why not. In
3rd Irish Workshop on Mathematics Learning Centres, Maynooth, Ireland.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2008)
The Repercussions in Higher Educations of the Changes in the Teaching and Learning of Mechanics in School in England. In
Newton's Mechanics: Who needs it? Symposium, Cambridge, ??.
Symonds, R, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2008)
Promoting Student Engagement with Mathematics Support. In
Mathematical Education of Engineers Conference, Conference Proceedings, Loughborough University.
Robinson, CL (2008) Mathematics Teaching in UK Universities. In
Aplimat 2008 Conference, tba, Bratislava, Slovakia, pp.174-179.
Symonds, R, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2008) Promoting Engagement with Mathematics Support. In Green, I and ed, D (ed)
Proceedings of the CETL-MSOR Conference, September 2007, Understanding Why Students Don't Come, Birmingham University.
King, SO, Davis, L,
Robinson, CL, Ward, JJP (2008)
Use of Voting Systems in Lectures at Loughborough University. In
Conference Proceedings: Mathematical Education of Engineers Conference April 6-9 2008, A Review of Staff Experiences, Loughborough University.
Symonds, R, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2008) Engagement of first year students with Mathematics Support. In
European First Year Experience Conference, tba, University Wolverhampton.
King, SO,
Robinson, CL, Davis, L,
Robinson, CL, Ward, JJP (2008)
Staff Reflections on the One-Tablet Mathematics Classroom. In
Topic Study Group 5 - New strands in Tertiary Education, Proceedings of the 11th International Congress of Mathematics Education, Loughborough University.
Robinson, CL (2007) Motivating students to learn mathematics using applications from the world of sport. In Percy, D, Scarf, P,
Robinson, CL (ed)
IMA Conference, Mathematics in Sport, Proceedings of the IMA Conference, Mathematics in Sport, The Lowry, Salford Quays, pp.174-179.
Bond, RM,
Robinson, CL, Rundle, BL (2007) The Magic of Mechanics - development and evaluation of workshops for school students. In
Association of Mathematics Conference, tba, Loughborough, pp.134-144.
Symonds, R, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2007) Investigating into how Engineering undergraduates learn mathematics. In
Proceedings of the Enhancing Learning and Teaching Environments Conference 2006, In Deepwell F (ed), Coventry University, pp.42-28.
Symonds, RJ, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2007) Why do students fail to engage with mathematics support?. In
SEFI-IGIP Conference, tba, Hungary, pp.155-160, ISBN: 978-963-661-772-1.
Symonds, RJ, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2006) Mathematics Confidence amogst First Year Physics Undergraduates. In
CETL-MSOR, tba, Loughborough, pp.155-160, ISBN: 978-0-9555914-0-2.
Robinson, CL (2006) Self-and Peer-Assessment in Group Work. In
SEFI Seminar, SEFI Mathematics Working Group, University of Kongsberg, Norway, pp.42-50.
Bond, RM, Lee, S,
Robinson, CL, Rundle, BL (2006) The Magic of Mechanics - development, delivery and evaluation of workshops for school students. In
Maths Association Conference, TBA, Loughborough, pp.247-255.
Symonds, R, Lawson, D,
Robinson, CL (2006) Retaining students with non-traditional mathematics backgrounds. In
5th IMA Conference on the Mathematical Education of Engineers, Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, Loughborough, TBA.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2006) Recent changes in A-level mathematics - is the availability and uptake of mechanics declining yet more?. In
5th IMA Conference on the Mathematical Education of Engineers,, IMA Conference, Loughborough,ISBN: 0905091183.
Bamforth, SE, Crawford, AR, Croft, AC,
Robinson, CL (2006) Retention and Progression of Engineering Students with Diverse Mathematical Backgrounds. In
5th IMA Conference on the Mathematical Education of Engineers, Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, Loughborough, pp.127-143.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2006) What Prior Mechanics Knowledge is Useful for Studying Engineering at University? The Student Perspective. In Doyle, S and Mannis, A (ed)
Proceedings of the International Conference on Innovation, Good Practice and Research in Engineering Education, Good Practice and Research Engineering Education, Liverpool, pp.433-439, ISBN: 1-905788-11-8.
Harrison, MC, Lee, S,
Robinson, CL (2005) Responding to the Changes in the Teaching and Learning of Mechanics in Schools. In
Higher Education Academy MSOR Workshop, Glasgow, TBA.
Harrison, MC, Lee, S,
Robinson, CL (2005) Responding to the Changes in the Teaching and Learning of Mechanics in Schools. In
Higher Education Academy MSOR Workshop, Birmingham, TBA.
Robinson, CL, Shier, R, Goldie, CM (2005) Computer Assisted Assessment: How many questions are enough?. In
HELM - Helping Everyone Learn Mathematics Conference (Higher Education Academy MSOR Network), tba, Loughborough, pp.89-92.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2005) UK Engineering Students' Knowledge of Mechanics on Entry: Has it all gone?. In Moscinski, J, Maciazek, M, eds, (ed)
Global Education Interlink, International Conference on Engineering Education, Silesian University of Technology, pp.570-575.
Bamforth, SE, Crawford, AR, Croft, AC,
Robinson, CL (2004) Addressing the Mathematics Problems with Engineering Education: New Approaches being Piloted at a UK University. In
International Conference on Engineering Education, tba, Gainsville, Florida, pp.111-118.
Lee, S, Harrison, MC,
Robinson, CL (2004) Mechanics Teaching in Schools: Implications for Undergraduate Engineering Courses. In Halstead, A and Lister, P (ed)
Proceedings of the International Conference on Innovation, Good Practice and Research in Engineering Education, tba, Wolverhampton, UK, pp.93-98.
Bamforth, SE, Crawford, AR, Croft, AC,
Robinson, CL (2004) A pre-sessional course: Retaining Engineering Students through mathematical and transferable skills support. In Halstead, A and Lister, P (ed)
Proceedings of the International Conference on Innovation, Good Practice and Research in Engineering Education, TBA, TBA, pp.83-88.
Robinson, CL (2004) New Initiatives in Teaching Mathematics to Students of Sports Technology. In
SEFI Seminar, SEFI Mathematics Working Group, University of Vienna, pp.127-143, ISBN: 2873520485.
Robinson, CL (2003) Tracking and Supporting 'at risk' Students at Loughborough University. In
LTSN Engineering and Progress FDTL3 Project Workshop, TBA, London, pp.42-50.
Robinson, CL and Croft, AC (2003) Diagnostic Testing and Support for Engineering Students. In
IMA Conference Proceedings, Mathematical Education of Engineers IV, TBA, pp.42-50, ISBN: 0 905091 13 2.
