Full Description
Mathematics teachers face many challenges in today's classrooms, including issues such as higher standards, differentiation, real-world applications, non-routine problem solving, and more. In Styles and Strategies for Teaching Middle School Mathematics, mathematics educators Edward J. Thomas and John R. Brunsting answer two crucial questions:- Which research-based strategies are most effective for delivering math instruction? - How can mathematics teachers address the various needs of their students and still meet today's demanding standards? Presenting research-based, classroom-tested instructional strategies, a sensible plan for differentiation based on learning-styles, and numerous sample lessons, the authors show you how to effectively reach and teach today's learners.
Contents
AcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorsIntroduction: Building the 21st Century Mathematics Classroom1. Mastery StrategiesOverviewConvergence MasteryVocabulary Knowledge RatingProceduralizingMental Math StringsGraduated DifficultyNew American Lecture2. Understanding StrategiesOverviewReading for MeaningCompare and ContrastConcept AttainmentMath Busters3. Self-Expressive StrategiesOverviewMetaphorical Expression3-D ViewerModeling and ExperimentationInductive Learning4. Interpersonal StrategiesOverviewReciprocal LearningCollaborative SummarizingGame CompetitionPaired Learner/Cooperative Learner5. Multi-Style StrategiesOverviewTask RotationMath NotesIntegrated Math EngagementReferenceIndex
