How To Enhance Your Mathematics Subject Knowledge

Number and Algebra for Secondary Teachers

Jemma Sherwood author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:19th Jul '18

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The teachers' guide to core concepts in secondary school mathematics.

This book explores a broad range of the trickiest concepts and misconceptions in the number and algebra topics of secondary maths. From supporting the mastery approach, to answering those awkward but brilliant questions in class, it is crucial reading for all secondary maths teachers wishing to enhance or refresh their own subject knowledge.Written by an award-winning teacher, this guide equips teachers with the depth of knowledge they need to talk confidently and competently about maths to students of all attainment levels - in short, to be an expert in secondary-level mathematical concepts, regardless of how recently they studied themselves, or their own subject specialism. How To Enhance Your Mathematics Subject Knowledge: - Explores a broad range of the trickiest concepts and misconceptions in the number and algebra topics of secondary maths - Packed with diagrams and questions to allow readers to check their own understanding of concepts - Supports a mastery approach by laying bare the underlying architecture in Secondary maths, giving teachers the confidence to pass on that understanding to their students - Builds on teachers' knowledge and experience, supporting them in answering those awkward but brilliant questions that crop up in class.

"Subject knowledge in maths teaching goes way beyond just knowing how to do maths. It is necessary for maths teachers to gain a deep understand of the underlying concepts in the topics that they're teaching, as well developing sound knowledge of the common misconceptions, the mathematical connections and historical context. In this book, Jemma explains all of this with exceptional clarity. For any new teacher entering the profession, or any experienced teacher looking to enhance their subject knowledge, this book will be incredibly valuable. It is full of insight and wisdom and will undoubtedly help teachers become more confident in the classroom." * Jo Morgan, Mathematics teacher, UK *

ISBN: 9780198423263

Dimensions: 217mm x 140mm x 12mm

Weight: 262g

208 pages