Synopses & Reviews
The goal of
Visualizing Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Methods is to teach mathematics in a way that excites and motivates readers, with an accessible format that serves as an introduction to the teaching of mathematics. This text, in partnership with National Geographic, is designed to present mathematics content and pedagogy in a fresh new way. This unique approach, while maintaining necessary rigor, provides the opportunity to set aside previous beliefs about mathematics and to learn concepts and pedagogy from a new perspective.
The structure of Visualizing Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Methods is similar to the format of other methods texts, however, it has many unique features that are designed to be engaging and make the text relevant for readers. It begins with a brief summary of the history of mathematics. Diversity is integrated into the content of every chapter, through Multicultural Perspectives in Mathematics. Several chapters include Virtual Classroom Observation Videos.
Synopsis
Visualizing Elementary & Middle School Mathematics Methods is designed to guide students to learn effectively by teaching mathematics content and pedagogy in a visual and exciting way. Author Joan Cohen Jones offers prospective teachers the opportunity to learn about teaching mathematics at the elementary level while incorporating real-world and cultural perspectives of mathematics teaching and learning. Applying this new approach gives all students the opportunity to set aside their previous beliefs about mathematics and to learn concepts and pedagogy from a new perspective. With fully developed lesson plans using the 2010 Common Core State Standards, this book is a must see for those interested in the power of learning, and teaching, with visuals.
The debut edition of Visualizing Elementary & Middle School Mathematics Methods is part of the Wiley Visualizing Series.
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