Becoming a Successful Teacher of Mathematics / Edition 1

by Howard Tanner, Sonia Jones

Overview

This practical guide, based on research conducted with teachers, develops understanding of the UK's DfEE requirements for courses of initial teacher training, and offers insight for more experienced teachers. It gives advice on using the National Numeracy Framework, and presents strategies for teaching numeracy in primary and secondary schools. Discussion encompasses teaching of mathematical thinking, dealing with children's misconceptions in mathematics, using information and communication technology to enhance the teaching of mathematics, and managing and controlling the class. The authors teach at the University of Wales.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415230698
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	12/21/2000
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Howard Tanner, Sonia Jones, Sonia Jones

Table of Contents

Introduction Chapter 1: What does it mean to teach mathematics? Chapter 2: What does it mean to learn mathematics? Chapter 3: Managing the mathematics classroom Chapter 4: Effective teaching approaches Chapter 5: Numeracy and calculators Chapter 6: Beginning to plan lessons Chapter 7: Misconceptions and planning to deal with them Chapter 8: Assessment and Learning Chapter 9: Mathematical thinking skills Chapter 10: Using ICT to enhance the learning of mathematics Chapter 11: Dialogic teaching Chapter 12: More advanced lesson planning Chapter 13: Planning your professional development

Editorial Reviews

'This well-constructed book has much to commend it to experienced teachers, yet remains a highly effective study guide for trainee teachers. It also merits a wide readership among training providers, advisers and numeracy consultants.' - Steve Abbott, Times Educational Supplement

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