Learning Mathematics: Issues, Theory and Classroom Practice

by Anthony Orton

Book Overview

- Why do some students achieve more than others?
- Do we have to wait until pupils are "ready"?
- Can children discover math for themselves?
- Does language interfere with the learning of math?

This classic text, written from the viewpoint of the math teacher, provides answers to these and many more questions. Each chapter explores a particular issue that illustrates the interaction between theory and practice. New chapters have...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0826471145
• ISBN13: 9780826471147
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.8" x 9.6"