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Teaching Secondary and Middle School Mathematics - Daniel J. Brahier

Teaching Secondary and Middle School Mathematics

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432 Seiten
2010 | 3rd edition
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Teaching Secondary and Middle School Mathematics is designed for pre-service or in-service teachers.  It combines up-to-date technology and research with a vibrant writing style to help teachers grasp curriculum, teaching, and assessment issues as they relate to secondary and middle school mathematics.  The third edition offers a balance of theory and practice, including a wealth of examples and descriptions of student work, classroom situations, and technology usage to assist any teacher in visualizing high-quality mathematics instruction in the middle and secondary classroom.

I. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO “DO,” “TEACH,” AND “LEARN” MATHEMATICS?

1. Mathematics as a Process

 

National and International Assessment Data

How would You React?

The Need for Reform

“Doing” Mathematics

- Problem Solving

- Reasoning and Proof

- Spotlight on Technology

- Communication

- Connections

- Classroom Dialogues

- Representation

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

 

2. Principles of Mathematics Education

 

The Six Principles

-          Equity

How Would You React?

- Curriculum

- Teaching

Spotlight on Technology

- Learning

- Assessment

- Technology

Classroom Dialogues

Connecting the Principles

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

 

3. Learning Theories and Psychology in Mathematics Education

 

Research in Mathematics Education

- Quantitative and Qualitative Methods

- How Would You React?

- Experimental and Descriptive Research

Learning Theories in Mathematics

- Bruners’ Stages of Representation

- The van Hiele Model

- The Inquiry Approach and Constructivist Model

- Spotlight on Technology

- Inductive versus Deductive Teaching

- Classroom Dialogues

- Motivation

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographic References and Resources

II. THE MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM

4. Curricular Models

 

NCTM Curriculum Standards

NCTM Focal Points and Related Documents

How Would You React?

State Models

The Core Curriculum

Spotlight on Technology

Traditional versus Integrated Sequence

Classroom Dialogues

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographic References and Resources

 

5. Implementing a Course of Study

 

The Course of Study

How Would You React?

Writing Goals and Objectives

- Classifying Objectives

- Affective Objectives

- Cognitive Objectives

Spotlight on Technology

Selection and Organization of Resources

- Textbooks

- Print Resources

- Classroom Dialogues

- The Internet

- Organizing a Resource File

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Ctivities

Bibliographical References and Resources

Sample Recommended Resource Books

COMAP “Hi-Map” (High School Mathematics) Teaching Modules.

NCTM Navigation Series

NSF-Funded Curricular Materials

III. TEACHING MATHEMATICS

6. Planning for Instruction

 

Unit Planning

How Would You React?

Lesson Planning

- General Considerations

- Goals and Objectives

- Materials and Resources

- Motivation

- Lesson Procedure

- Closure

- Extension

- Assessment

- Spotlight on Technology

- Sample Lesson Plans

Classroom Dialogues

Lesson Imaging versus Lesson Planning

Reflecting on a Lesson

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

Activities—Selected Lesson Plan Ideas from The Mathematics Teacher

 

7. Teaching Tools and Strategies

 

Teaching Standards and Principle

- The NCM Standards for Teaching and Learning Mathematics Knowledge

- The Teaching and Learning Principles

Selecting Activities and Problems

- How Would You React?

Classroom Tools

- Hands-On Manipulative Materials

- Use of Technology

- Spotlight on Technology

- Diagrams, Graphs, and Other Discussion Starters

Learning Environment

Classroom Discourse

- The Role of Discourse

- Questioning Skills

- Classroom Dialogues

- Cooperative Learning Skills

Reflective Practices

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

 

8. Teaching Specific Mathematics Content

 

The Teaching of Algebra

- Algebra- Sample Lesson Plan

- Algebra- Activities Sampler

- How Would You React?

The Teaching of Geometry

- Geometry- Sample Lesson Plan

- Geometry- Activities Sampler

- Spotlight on Technology

The Teaching of Data Analysis and Probability

- Data Analysis and Probability- Sample Lesson Plan

- Data Analysis and Probability- Activities Sampler

The Teaching of Discrete Mathematics

- Discrete Mathematics- Sample Lesson Plan

- Classroom Dialogues

- Discrete Mathematics- Activities Sampler

A Word on Pre-Calculus and Calculus

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

IV. ASSESSMENT IN MATHEMATICS

9. The Role of Assessment

 

What Is Assessment?

Purposes for Assessment

Test Construction

- Preparing Items

- Ensuring Validity and Reliability

- How Would You React?

- Scoring Student Work

- Including Review Items

- Limitations to Written Tests

Alternate Strategies for Assessing Student Progress

- Journals

- Open-Ended Questions and Rubrics

- Spotlight on Technology

- Individual and Team Projects

- Observations and Checklists

- Interviews

- Self-Assessment

- Classroom Dialogues

- Portfolios

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

 

10. Principles of Assessment Practices

 

NCTM Recommendations on Assessment

- The Assessment Standards

- How Would You React?

- The Assessment Principle

Equity and Assessment

Homework Assignments

- Homework Amount and Frequency

- Spotlight on Technology

- Checking Homework Assignments

- Using Homework Assignments in Assessment

- Classroom Dialogues

Evaluation: Determining and Maintaining Final Grades

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

V. MEETING INDIVIDUAL STUDENT AND TEACHER NEEDS

11. Meeting the Needs of All Students

 

Defining and Achieving Equity

- Students with Special Needs

- How Would You React?

- Gender

- Spotlight on Technology

- Ethnic and Cultural Issues

Classroom Dialogues

Ideas for Meeting Diverse Student Needs

- Differentiated Instruction

- General Suggestions for the Classroom

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

 

12. The Teacher of Mathematics in the School Community

 

Working with Parents

How Would You React?

The Supervision and Evaluation of Teachers

Functioning in a Department

Ongoing Professional Development

- Making the Case for Long-term Development

- Classroom Dialogues

- Opportunities for Professional Development

- The Professional Development Plan

Conclusion

Glossary

Discussion Questions and Activities

Bibliographical References and Resources

Appendix: Recommended Web Sites

Professional Organizations

Curriculum Projects

Activities and Lesson Plan Idea

 

General Mathematics Education Sites

Index

Erscheint lt. Verlag 27.8.2010
Sprache englisch
Maße 216 x 276 mm
Gewicht 821 g
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Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulpädagogik / Sekundarstufe I+II
ISBN-10 0-205-56919-6 / 0205569196
ISBN-13 978-0-205-56919-9 / 9780205569199
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