Tips for the Mathematics Teacher

Research-Based Strategies to Help Students Learn

Alfred S Posamentier author Hope J Hartman author Constanze Kaiser author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc

Published:4th Aug '98

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Here is an organized, easy-to-use reference that provides the latest research results and practical tips for K-12 math teachers. Each of the chapters presents a collection of tips on different aspects of mathematics teaching in a user-friendly manner. For each tip, the authors give you: * The teaching tip * A discussion of the research project that led to the tip * Practical applications for using the tip * Ways to avoid common difficulties associated with each tip * Resources for details on process and findings Foster questioning and independent thinking - challenge students with stimulating problems. Get higher levels of achievement. You′ll find ideas for improving students′ poor mathematics self-concepts, and for building students′ confidence in their skills and abilities.

"One of those rare books that is research-based, easy to read, and eminently practical. A joy to use. I recommend it highly to all educators interested in mathematics education." 

-- Robert J. Sternberg
"A good resource for teachers who want practical ways to incorporate the results of research into their classrooms. Whether providing new ideas or supporting established ones, this book would be useful in a school’s professional library or on an individual teacher’s shelf." -- NSTA Recommends, July

ISBN: 9780803965904

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 400g

224 pages