Hazel Prover: A Classroom Proof Assistant for Learning Structural Induction

Research identifies challenges in deploying full-scale proof assistants for mathematics education due to student difficulty with tool complexity and limited knowledge transfer to traditional assessments. A new classroom proof assistant, Hazel Prover, is introduced, designed to address these concerns by supporting equational and inductive reasoning with instant feedback and incremental scaffolding.

This development addresses a critical barrier to leveraging technological tools for enhancing complex skill acquisition in educational settings. Overcoming these challenges could significantly improve pedagogical efficiency and the practical application of learned concepts, fostering more robust foundational understanding in technical fields.

Proof assistants provide immediate feedback and incremental proof scaffolding, which are beneficial for mathematics education.

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