Balancing the Equation
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Balancing the Equation

A Guide to School Mathematics for Educators and Parents (Contexts for Effective Student Learning in the Common Core)

Matthew R. Larson, Timothy D. Kanold

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Balancing the Equation

A Guide to School Mathematics for Educators and Parents (Contexts for Effective Student Learning in the Common Core)

Matthew R. Larson, Timothy D. Kanold

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About This Book

Copublished with the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, this book focuses on individuals involved in Kā€“12 mathematics education who seek to help children achieve success. The authors tackle popular misconceptions and misguided discourse about mathematics education and draw on peer-reviewed research about instruction that can significantly improve students' conceptual understanding.

Benefits

  • Explore reasons why expectations for mathematics teaching and learning must be raised.
  • Study the history of the progression, changes, and disputes in Kā€“12 mathematics education.
  • Discover insights about mathematics education in an era of mathematics reform.
  • Define mathematical literacy and what elements are part of effective mathematics instruction.
  • Learn the steps that must be taken to support the teaching and learning of mathematics so all students can be college and career ready.

Contents

Introduction

  • Why Mathematics Education Needs to Improve
  • A Brief History of Mathematics Education: Lessons to Learn
  • The Equilibrium Position and Effective Mathematics Instruction
  • How to Help Your Child Learn Mathematics
  • Conclusion and Action Steps for Educators and Parents

Epilogue: Conclusion and Action Steps for Educators and Parents

Appendix: Additional Resources for Parents

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Year
2016
ISBN
9781936763696
Edition
1

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