Helping Children Learn Mathematics

Author/creator Kilpatrick, Jeremy Editor
Format Electronic
Publication InfoWashington : National Academies Press
Description52 p. ill 10.000 x 07.000 in.
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Other author/creatorSwafford, Jane Editor
Other author/creatorNational Research Council Staff.
Other author/creatorCenter for Education Staff.
Other author/creatorMathematics Learning Study Committee.
Summary Annotation Results from national and international assessments indicate that school children in the United States are not learning mathematics well enough. Many students cannot correctly apply computational algorithms to solve problems. Their understanding and use of decimals and fractions are especially weak. Indeed, helping all children succeed in mathematics is an imperative national goal. However, for our youth to succeed, we need to change how we're teaching this discipline. Helping Children Learn Mathematics provides comprehensive and reliable information that will guide efforts to improve school mathematics from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The authors explain the five strands of mathematical proficiency and discuss the major changes that need to be made in mathematics instruction, instructional materials, assessments, teacher education, and the broader educational system and answers some of the frequently asked questions when it comes to mathematics instruction. The book concludes by providing recommended actions for parents and caregivers, teachers, administrators, and policy makers, stressing the importance that everyone work together to ensure a mathematically literate society.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2002106187
ISBN9780309084314
ISBN0309084318 (Perfect) Active Record
Standard identifier# 9780309084314
Stock number00017961

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