Providing a Foundation for Teaching Mathematics in the Middle Grades (S U N Y Series, Reform in Mathematics Education) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0791425347 ISBN 13: 9780791425343

Publisher: State University of New York Press, 1995

Synopsis

Provides middle school teachers with a firm pedagogical foundation based on the manner in which students learn the mathematics being taught.

This book is written primarily for middle grade teachers who are discovering that they now want to teach in ways that create positive mathematical learning environments and instigate rich classroom discourse. Many of these teachers are finding that their mathematical preparation did not address the complexities underlying the mathematics they now want to teach.

In Part One, the authors provide a foundation for the mathematics of these grades, particularly the mathematics that grows out of concepts of number, quantity, and arithmetic operations. In Part Two, through three case studies, the authors demonstrate to teachers how a deeper understanding of the mathematics they teach can enhance classroom instruction.

The book interweaves research and classroom practice. Mathematics teacher educators, researchers, curriculum developers, textbook authors, and supervisors of mathematics programs will find this book to be useful. Teachers, both prospective and practicing, will benefit most from this book when the chapters are used as catalysts for discussion in classes or professional development programs.

About this title

About the Author

Judith T. Sowder is Professor in the Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education at San Diego State University. Bonnie P. Schappelle is Research Associate in the Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education at San Diego State University.

Edition details

• Publisher: State University of New York Press
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0791425347
• ISBN 13: 9780791425343
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 346
• Editor: Sowder Judith T.