Succeeding at Teaching Mathematics, K-6 - Softcover

Sliva Spitzer, Julie A.; Roddick, Cheryl D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 141292765X ISBN 13: 9781412927659

Publisher: Corwin, 2007

Synopsis

"I wish I′d had this book when I began teaching years ago."
―Beth Peters, Mathematics Education Consultant

"An excellent, concise book for novice mathematics teachers, with good ideas for experienced teachers as well."
―Colleen Martin, Fifth-Grade Teacher
Wilder Waite Grade School, Peoria, IL

Practical support for mathematics instruction―putting it all together, from standards-based instruction to assessment!

Meeting the requirements of teaching mathematics in the current era of accountability can be challenging for any new teacher. Succeeding at Teaching Mathematics, K–6 helps beginning educators focus on the big ideas in teaching mathematics, promote positive engagement in the classroom through practical strategies, and use a variety of methods to assess student understanding.

Teachers will find classroom vignettes that encourage thought-provoking discussions, examples of standards-based activities, and an overview of NCTM content and process standards. Particular attention is given to instructing and assessing English Language Learners, as well as special needs and gifted populations. The authors answer the most pressing questions for novice teachers of mathematics, including how to:

• Develop a philosophy for teaching mathematics
• Design a mathematics curriculum that makes connections within mathematics and across content areas
• Differentiate instructional strategies
• Engage students instead of managing them

This invaluable resource provides the ideal support and guidance to help new teachers get off to a great start!

About this title

About the Authors

Julie Sliva Spitzer brings a rich background in mathematics, technology, and special education. As an associate professor of mathematics education at San Jose State University, she teaches methods of mathematics instruction to aspiring educators and supervises their field experiences. Julie continues to enjoy inservice work with teachers Grades K–12. Julie’s research interests include studying teacher and student attitudes toward teaching and learning mathematics, and best practices for teaching mathematics to learners with special needs. She is a frequent presenter at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Meetings, the California Mathematics Annual Conference, and the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, North American Chapter.

Cheryl D. Roddick is an associate professor in the Department of Mathematics at San José State University. She currently teaches mathematics and mathematics methods courses to students in K-12 education. She also supervises field experiences for student teachers at the secondary level. 

Roddick’s research interests include the conceptual understanding of fractions and teacher change relative to teaching mathematics. She has presented her research in local as well as national mathematics education conferences. She also facilitates K-12 inservice activities with teachers in local school districts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Corwin
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 141292765X
• ISBN 13: 9781412927659
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 136