Christine Edwards-Leis, Debbie Robinson

Problem Solving in Primary Mathematics

Learning to Investigate!

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Problem solving is a core element of teaching and learning mathematics, but also an area where teachers and children struggle. Designed to support both new and experienced teachers in guiding pupils through mathematical investigations, Problem Solving in Primary Mathematics provides practical guidance underpinned by the latest research and theory. It examines how individual pupils think and act differently, and how to promote independence and autonomy in the classroom. Offering a framework to help children through the times when learning is stalled, it supports teachers in identifying key points for intervention, helping children think and act independently, and moving learning forward.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: CRC Press
• Seitenzahl: 138
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juli 2018
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 246mm x 174mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 249g
• ISBN-13: 9781138911116
• ISBN-10: 1138911119
• Artikelnr.: 52626324

Autorenporträt

Christine Edwards-Leis is Senior Lecturer in Primary Mathematics at St Mary's University, Twickenham, UK. Previously she was lecturer and researcher at University of South Australia, Australia. Her research interests are Mental Model Theory and how children use problem-solving strategies in mathematics and design and technology. Debbie Robinson is Head of Primary Mathematics and Senior Lecturer in Primary Mathematics at St Mary's University, Twickenham, UK. She has extensive experience as both classroom teacher and advisory teacher in both primary and secondary schools. She provided INSET for qualified teachers for BEAM Publications and Education Authorities and her research interests are the use of practical activities, contexts and images to engage learners in mathematics.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction
Chapter 1: Understanding thinking: mental models and why they are relevant
to classrooms
Chapter 2: The functions of thinking
Chapter 3: Ways to problem solve and investigate: scaffolds and structures
Chapter 4: Number strings
Chapter 5: Squaring up to the problem
Chapter 6: Rich tasks and big questions
Chapter 7: Changing times
Chapter 8: Problem solving and investigating
Appendix 1: Assessment strategy for PGCE student teachers
Appendix 2: 4R approach to collaboration
Appendix 3: Teacher's note for squaring up to the problem