Mathematical Learning and Understanding in Education

1. Auflage 2018
ISBN: 978-1-138-68914-5
Verlag: Routledge

Buch, Englisch, 124 Seiten, Format (B × H): 129 mm x 198 mm, Gewicht: 143 g

Reihe: Ed Psych Insights

Mathematics holds an essential, ubiquitous presence in the education sector, as do ongoing explorations of its effective teaching and learning. Written by leading experts on mathematics and mathematics education, this book situates issues of student thinking and learning about mathematics within the broader context of educational psychology research and theory and brings them to a wider audience. With chapters on knowing and understanding mathematics, mathematical habits, early mathematical thinking, and learning mathematics, this concise volume is designed for any educational psychology, mathematics education, or general education course that includes student learning in the curriculum. It will be indispensable for student researchers and both pre- and in-service teachers alike.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Newton, Kristie

Sword, Sarah

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface 1. Mathematical Knowledge 2. Mathematical Habits and Practices 3. Children’s Thinking about Mathematics 4. Learning to Solve Mathematics Problems Glossary

Über Autor(innen)

Kristie Newton is Associate Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Temple University, USA.

Sarah Sword is Senior Research Scientist at Education Development Center, Inc.