International Perspectives on Mathematics Teacher Education
Insights into global teacher education strategies and practices
Christine Suurtamm editor Denisse R Thompson editor Mary Ann Huntley editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Information Age Publishing
Published:21st Sep '21
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
This book explores global perspectives on teacher education programs, focusing on culturally responsive teaching and effective pedagogical strategies in mathematics education.
The book International Perspectives on Mathematics Teacher Education offers valuable insights into the ways teacher educators design and implement mathematics teacher education programs. It examines the essential mathematics content that teachers must grasp, the development of effective pedagogical approaches, and the messages conveyed about the nature of teaching and learning mathematics. The text emphasizes the critical connections between higher education preparation and the realities of school contexts, highlighting the importance of aligning teacher education with actual classroom needs.
Contributors from diverse countries, including Sweden, France, Malawi, Singapore, New Zealand, Brazil, the USA, and Canada, share their unique perspectives on the challenges and successes faced in mathematics teacher education. The chapters reveal several recurring themes, such as the necessity of developing culturally responsive pedagogies and incorporating Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum. These discussions reflect the ongoing evolution of mathematics education in a global context, encouraging educators to consider the cultural and social dimensions of teaching.
Additionally, International Perspectives on Mathematics Teacher Education addresses the complexities of fostering partnerships and collaborations within educational systems. Strategies for enhancing mathematics knowledge for teaching are also explored, emphasizing the need for teachers to be flexible and resourceful in their approaches. This comprehensive examination serves as a crucial resource for the mathematics education community, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of teacher preparation programs worldwide.
International Perspectives on Mathematics Teacher Education explores different facets of mathematics teacher education in eight countries across five continents. The authors and editors answer important questions and open the door to critical conversations about policies and practices related to mathematics teacher recruitment, preparation, and professional development, among other topics. Every reader will develop new perspectives as they learn how one institution is engaging with Indigenous perspectives while other countries struggle with an insufficient supply of certified teachers. This book clearly demonstrates challenges, constraints, nuances and complexities to initiating and maintaining improvement across systems to enhance the work and spaces of mathematics teachers within different historical, cultural, social, and political contexts. This volume also generates ideas and opportunities for leaders, policymakers, and teacher educators to consider and learn from international colleagues about different approaches to mathematics teacher education practice and policy. Undoubtedly, debates about standards, content and experiences in programs, and accountability structures such as accreditation will continue. It is clear from the insights in this volume that strengthening mathematics teacher education will require stronger collaborations, frameworks, policies, infrastructure, and investments on a global scale and it will be critical to collaborate with and learn from colleagues in international settings. These conversations will require reciprocity, interdependence, and resilience as we pursue the ultimate goal of equipping the field of mathematics teacher education.""- Kathryn Chval, Dean, College of Education, Professor of Mathematics Education, University of Illinois Chicago
ISBN: 9781648026294
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 333g
252 pages