Writing to develop mathematical understanding
By: David K. Pugalee.
Publisher: Christopher-Gordon
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Norwood, Mass
Language: eng
Number of pages: 195
ISBN-13: 9781929024865
Subjects: Mathematics -- Study and teaching; Composition (Language arts); Technical writing; Mathématiques -- Étude et enseignement; Composition (Exercice littéraire); Rédaction technique
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 185-192) and index.
Table of contents: title: Planning; title: Planning for instruction that develops written communication skills; title: Constructing effective exercises and activities; title: Making writing a seamless part of learning mathematics; title: Implementing; title: Promoting standards and communicating expectations; title: Using writing with pairs or groups; title: Connecting written and oral communication; title: Assessing; title: Managing assessment of students' writing; title: Developing rubrics and assessment procedures; title: Using peer and self-assessment effectively; title: Following up; title: Extending students' mathematical understanding; title: Developing professional networks and supports.