Making sense of mathematics : children sharing and comparing solutions to challenging problems / by Larry Buschman.

Author/creator Buschman, Larry
Other author National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Format Book
Publication InfoReston, VA : National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, ©2007.
Descriptioniv, 194 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents only
Subjects

Contents Our school, our classroom, our explorations -- An overview of the share-and-compare method -- Predicting the weight of wooden unit blocks using a balance and nonstandard units of measurement -- Predicting how many pattern blocks will balance a wooden unit block -- -- Looking back at the activities -- Using a multi-age classroom to enhance problem solving -- Developmental stages of young problem solvers -- Children who enjoy solving problems -- Isn't that interesting? -- Dispelling some myths about problem solving -- Problem solving plus drill and practice -- Why problem solving is important.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 189-194).
LCCN 2006035503
ISBN0873535979
ISBN9780873535977

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks QA135.6 .B865 2007 ✔ Available Place Hold