What makes mathematics so confusing to students? To succeed in the
study of arithmetic, geometry, or algebra, students must learn what
is effectively a second language of mathematical terms and symbols.
In Literacy Strategies for Improving Mathematics Instruction, Joan
M. Kenney and her coauthors describe common ways in which students
misinterpret the language of mathematics, and show teachers what
they can do to ensure that their students become fluent in that
language. The authors synthesize the research on what it takes to
decode mathematical text, explain how teachers can use guided
discourse and graphic representations to help students develop
mathematical literacy skills, offer guidance on using action
research to enhance mathematics instruction, and discuss the
importance of student-centered learning and concept-building skills
in the classroom. Real-life vignettes of student struggles
illuminate the profound effect of literacy problems on student
achievement in mathematics. This book will help teachers better
understand their students' difficulties with mathematics and take
the steps necessary to alleviate them. Abundantly researched and
filled with helpful strategies and resources, it is an invaluable
resource for mathematics teachers at all levels.
General
| Imprint: |
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
October 2005 |
| First published: |
April 2006 |
| Authors: |
Joan M Kenney
• Euthecia Hancewicz
|
| Dimensions: |
229 x 179 x 6mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
|
| Pages: |
113 |
| Edition: |
New |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-4166-0230-9 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
General
|
| LSN: |
1-4166-0230-5 |
| Barcode: |
9781416602309 |
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