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Critical Thinking And High-Level Discourse In A 1:1 Environment, Ryan G. Zonnefeld, Valorie L. Zonnefeld
Critical Thinking And High-Level Discourse In A 1:1 Environment, Ryan G. Zonnefeld, Valorie L. Zonnefeld
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Learn about our experiences co-teaching a K–8 methods course using 1:1 tablets in a high-tech lab. This innovative course included a move away from a textbook to a dynamic research-based curriculum supported by NCTM resources and CCSSM as well as integral utilization of apps, web 2.0 tools, and professional learning networks.
Mathematician's Apology, Tom Clark
Mathematician's Apology, Tom Clark
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"Better standards may help all math teachers to shape our classes to better reflect the creativity and play at the heart of mathematics."
Posting about ways to improve math's negative image from In All Things - an online hub committed to the claim that the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ has implications for the entire world.
http://inallthings.org/a-mathematicians-apology/
Practical Applications Of An Integrally Christian Approach To Teaching Mathematics, Valorie L. Zonnefeld
Practical Applications Of An Integrally Christian Approach To Teaching Mathematics, Valorie L. Zonnefeld
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Descriptions of various frameworks and approaches to integrating Christian faith in the mathematics classroom are explored, as well as examples and techniques. In particular, a subject-centered approach is advocated in contrast to the traditional teacher-centered approach or, more recently, the student-centered approach.
Subject-Centered Approach To Integrate Faith And Learning, Valorie L. Zonnefeld
Subject-Centered Approach To Integrate Faith And Learning, Valorie L. Zonnefeld
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Developing The Horizon Content Knowledge Of Teachers Through A Math Teachers’ Circle, Tom Clark
Developing The Horizon Content Knowledge Of Teachers Through A Math Teachers’ Circle, Tom Clark
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Although much of the training pre-service mathematics teachers receive is either in mathematical content or educational theory and pedagogy, research indicates that mathematical knowledge for teaching (MKT), which lies in a sense at the intersection of the two, is a factor in teacher quality. Unfortunately, none of the recent improvements in teacher preparation necessarily affect in-service mathematics teachers. One successful program affecting in-service teachers nationwide is the Math Teachers’ Circle Network. One strand of MKT that I believe math teachers’ circles are in a position to affect is Horizon Content Knowledge (HCK). Although taking advanced mathematics courses may improve HCK, …