Mathematics Teaching Cases: Fractions, Decimals, Ratios, and Percents Hard to Teach and Hard to Learn?

by Donna Goldenstein and Babette Jackson

Book Overview

Anyone interested in mathematics teaching and learning is likely to get hooked on case discussions. Barnett, Goldenstein, and Jackson have found that teachers gain a deeper understanding of mathematical ideas themselves in the process of examining the mathematical thinking of children. Their case discussion approach promotes dialogue between and among teachers which serves as a catalyst for changing and improving the curriculum. Case methods open...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0435083570
• ISBN13: 9780435083571
• Release Date: November 1994
• Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
• Length: 127 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.1" x 10.0"
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 8