Teaching Mathematics in Grades 6 - 12
Developing Research-Based Instructional Practices

First Edition

Randall E. Groth - Salisbury University

A journey into the vibrant and intriguing world of mathematics education

Other Titles in:
Mathematics & Numeracy | Teaching in Middle Schools | Teaching in Secondary Schools

June 2013 | 512 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc

Teaching Mathematics in Grades 6 - 12 by Randall E. Groth explores how research in mathematics education can inform teaching practice in grades 6-12. The author shows preservice mathematics teachers the value of being a “researcher—constantly experimenting with methods for developing students’ mathematical thinking—and connecting this research to practices that enhance students’ understanding of the material. Ultimately, pre-service teachers will gain a deeper understanding of the types of mathematical knowledge students bring to school, and how students’ thinking may develop in response to different teaching strategies.

Preface

Acknowledgments

Part I. Introduction to Teaching and Learning Mathematics

1. Introduction to the Field of Mathematics Education

2. Key Psychological Ideas and Research Findings in Mathematics Education

3. Planning Mathematics Lessons

4. Mathematics Curriculum Models and Techniques

5. Implementing and Assessing Mathematics Lessons and Curricula

6. Becoming a Professional Mathematics Teacher

Part II. Developing and Teaching Mathematical Thinking

7. Developing Students' Thinking in Number and Operations

8. Developing Students' Algebraic Thinking

9. Developing Students' Statistical and Probabilistic Thinking

10. Developing Students' Geometric Thinking

11. Developing Students' Thinking in Advanced Placement Courses

Appendices

References

Glossary

Index

About the Author

Supplements

Instructor Teaching Site
The instructor site will include an author-provided test bank, links to web resources listed in the text, and tutorials and grading rubrics for the Lesson Plans featured in chapters 7-11 (Part II) of the text.

Groth's text includes a full coverage of critical topics. It makes excellent connections to research that are accessible to undergraduates. It also illustrates appropriate uses of technology in secondary mathematics teaching. Great book!

Dr Tracy Goodson-Espy

Curriculum Instruction Dept, Appalachian State University

May 5, 2015

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Very complete and useful for students.

Professor Elizabeth Baker

Scholl of Education, Mills College

October 4, 2014

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Book ties research to teaching well. I like the division between methods and content.

Dr Ray Siegrist

Education Dept, Suny College At Oneonta