Perspectives on Research on Effective Mathematics Teaching
Volume 1
Published on 1. July 1988
Book
Hardback
272 pages
978-0-8058-0326-6 (ISBN)
Description
Addressing fundamental issues in establishing a framework for effective mathematics teaching, the papers provide current research for mathematics instructors and suggestions for future research. Topics discussed include: teaching for higher-order thinking; pedagogical expertise; content determinants; computer usage; cross-cultural studies; and professional and research agendas.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Mahwah
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-8058-0326-6 (9780805803266)
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Content
Contents: D.A. Grouws, Introduction. P.L. Peterson, Teaching for Higher-Order Thinking in Mathematics: The Challenge for the Next Decade. H. Bauersfeld, Interaction, Construction, and Knowledge: Alternative Perspectives for Mathematics Education. G. Leinhardt, Expertise in Instructional Lessons: An Example from Fractions. D.C. Berliner, P. Stein, D. Sabers, P.B. Clarridge, K. Cushing, S. Pinnegar, Implications of Research on Pedagogical Expertise and Experience for Mathematics Teaching. A. Porter, R. Floden, D. Freeman, W. Schmidt, J. Schwille, Content Determinants in Elementary School Mathematics. T.L. Good, B.J. Biddle, Research and the Improvement of Mathematics Instruction: The Need for Observational Resources. C. Hoyles, From Fragmentation to Synthesis: An Integrated Approach to Research on the Teaching of Mathematics. J.W. Schofield, D. Verban, Computer Usage in the Teaching of Mathematics: Issues That Need Answers. J.W. Stigler, M. Perry, Cross-Cultural Studies of Mathematics Teaching and Learning: Recent Findings and New Directions. T.A. Romberg, Can Teachers Be Professionals? M. Nickson, Pervasive Themes and Some Departure Points for Research into Effective Mathematics Teaching. T.J. Cooney, D.A. Grouws, D. Jones, An Agenda for Research on Teaching Mathematics.