About Teaching Mathematics: A K-8 Resource, 3rd Edition

Marilyn Burns

ISBN 10: 0941355764 / ISBN 13: 9780941355766

Published by Math Solutions, 2007

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Synopsis:

Marilyn Burns’ signature resource continues to be at the forefront of current trends and practices for improving the teaching and learning of mathematics. Supporting a student-centered, problem-solving approach proven by research to best develop students’ thinking and reasoning of mathematics, Marilyn presents invaluable insights in a standards-driven, practical, and accessible manner. This essential resource includes more than 240 classroom-tested activities and presents the content and pedagogy teachers need to understand the math they are responsible for teaching, use effective teaching strategies, and improve students’ understanding and achievement. The book is organized in five comprehensive parts: “Raising the Issues”; “Instruction Activities for the Content Standards”; “Teaching Arithmetic”; “Mathematical Discussions”; and “Questions Teachers Ask.”

About the Author: Marilyn Burns is one of today's most respected mathematics educators. Her messages about math have reached teachers through her many books, videotapes, articles and talks, as well as her extensive program of Math Solutions courses. A former classroom teacher, Marilyn is the recipient of many awards, including the Glenn Gilbert National Leadership Award from the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics and the Louise Hay Award for Contributions to Mathematics from the Association for Women in Mathematics.

Bibliographic Details

Title: About Teaching Mathematics: A K-8 Resource, ...
Publisher: Math Solutions
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 3rd Edition