Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach
9th Edition
Published on 16. March 2011
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416 pages
978-0-07-743091-7 (ISBN)
Description
The primary purpose of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach is to engage prospective elementary and middle-school teachers in mathematical activities that will enhance their conceptual knowledge, introduce them to important manipulatives, and model the kind of mathematical learning experiences they will be expected to provide for their students. The activities incorporate inductive thinking and the use of physical models and visual images to develop concepts and encourage higher-level reasoning.
The Activity Approach can be packaged with Activity Sets that correspond to each section of the text and augment the ideas presented in the sections. Each Activity Set consists of a sequence of inductive activities and experiments that enable the student to build an understanding of mathematical ideas through the use of models and the discovery of patterns. In addition, over thirty Material Cards are included that complement the color cardstock materials in the Manipulative Kit. A section on Ideas for the Elementary Classroom at the end of each chapter includes a suggested Elementary-School Activity that has been adapted from one of the chapter's Activity Sets.
Additionally, a companion text, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A Conceptual Approach, is also available from the Bennett, Burton, and Nelson team. Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A Conceptual Approach can be used independently or along with Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach.
The Activity Approach can be packaged with Activity Sets that correspond to each section of the text and augment the ideas presented in the sections. Each Activity Set consists of a sequence of inductive activities and experiments that enable the student to build an understanding of mathematical ideas through the use of models and the discovery of patterns. In addition, over thirty Material Cards are included that complement the color cardstock materials in the Manipulative Kit. A section on Ideas for the Elementary Classroom at the end of each chapter includes a suggested Elementary-School Activity that has been adapted from one of the chapter's Activity Sets.
Additionally, a companion text, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A Conceptual Approach, is also available from the Bennett, Burton, and Nelson team. Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A Conceptual Approach can be used independently or along with Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach.
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Edition
9th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Dimensions
Height: 272 mm
Width: 229 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
1220 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-743091-7 (9780077430917)
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Content
Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach Chapter 1: Problem Solving 1.1 Introduction to Problem Solving 1.2 Patterns and Problem Solving 1.3 Problem Solving with Algebra Chapter 2: Sets, Functions, and Reasoning 2.1 Sets and Venn Diagrams 2.2 Functions, Coordinates, and Graphs 2.3 Introduction to Deductive Reasoning Chapter 3: Whole Numbers 3.1 Numeration Systems 3.2 Addition and Subtraction 3.3 Multiplication 3.4 Division and Exponents Chapter 4: Number Theory 4.1 Factors and Multiples 4.2 Greatest Common Factor and Least Common Multiple Chapter 5: Integers and Fractions 5.1 Integers 5.2 Introduction to Fractions 5.3 Operations with Fractions Chapter 6: Decimals: Rational and Irrational Numbers 6.1 Decimals and Rational Numbers 6.2 Operations with Decimals 6.3 Ratio, Percent, and Scientific Notation 6.4 Irrational and Real Numbers Chapter 7: Statistics 7.1 Collecting and Graphing Data 7.2 Describing and Analyzing Data 7.3 Sampling, Predictions, and Simulations Chapter 8: Probability 8.1 Single-Stage Experiments 8.2, 8.2 Multistage Experiments Chapter 9: Geometric Figures 9.1 Plane Figures 9.2 Polygons and Tessellations 9.3 Space Figures 9.4 Symmetric Figures Chapter 10: Measurement 10.1 Systems of Measurement 10.2 Area and Perimeter 10.3 Volume and Surface Area Chapter 11: Motions in Geometry 11.1 Congruence and Constructions 11.2 Congruence Mappings 11.3 Similarity Mappings References for Research Statements by Chapter Answers to Selected Math Activities Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises and Problems and Chapter Tests