Teaching Mathematics in Grades 6 - 12: Developing Research-Based Instructional Practices - Softcover

Groth, Randall E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 141299568X ISBN 13: 9781412995689

Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc, 2012

Synopsis

Teaching Mathematics in Grades 6 - 12 by Randall E. Groth explores how research in mathematics education can inform teaching practice in grades 6-12. The author shows preservice mathematics teachers the value of being a "researcher―constantly experimenting with methods for developing students′ mathematical thinking―and connecting this research to practices that enhance students′ understanding of the material. Ultimately, preservice teachers will gain a deeper understanding of the types of mathematical knowledge students bring to school, and how students′ thinking may develop in response to different teaching strategies.

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About the Author

Randall E. Groth is an Associate Professor at Salisbury University. He brings to the book the experience of a former secondary school mathematics teacher, a current supervisor of student teachers, and a university perspective as secondary-level mathematics educator. As a former secondary teacher, Groth taught all levels of mathematics from remedial pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry to advanced placement calculus. As a supervisor of student teachers, he has seen firsthand the difficulties prospective teachers have as they enter the profession. As a university faculty member, he has taught mathematics education courses for prospective teachers for the past ten years. Groth has also published over 30 articles in peer-reviewed venues for mathematics education and received a distinguished faculty award as recognition of his strengths in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Edition details

• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 141299568X
• ISBN 13: 9781412995689
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 512