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101+ Great Ideas for Introducing Key Concepts in Mathematics

101+ Great Ideas for Introducing Key Concepts in Mathematics

A Resource for Secondary School Teachers

by Alfred S. Posamentier and Herbert A. Hauptman
Paperback
Publication Date: 27/06/2006

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Multiply math mastery and interest with these inspired teaching tactics!



Invigorate instruction and engage students with this treasure trove of "Great Ideas" compiled by two of the greatest minds in mathematics. From commonly taught topics in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics, to more advanced explorations into indirect proofs, binomial theorem, irrationality, relativity and more, this guide outlines actual equations and techniques that will inspire veteran and new educators alike.





This updated second edition offers more proven practices for bringing math concepts to life in the classroom, including





114 innovative strategies organized by subject area


User-friendly content identifying "objective," "materials," and "procedure" for each technique


A range of teaching models, including hands-on and computer-based methods


Specific and straightforward examples with step-by-step lessons


Written by two distinguished leaders in the field-mathematician, author, professor, university dean and popular commentator Alfred S. Posamentier, along with mathematical pioneer and Nobel Prize recipient Herbert A. Hauptman-this guide brings a refreshing perspective to secondary math instruction to spark renewed interest and success among students and teachers.
ISBN:
9781412927062
9781412927062
Category:
Teaching of a specific subject
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
27-06-2006
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications Inc
Country of origin:
United States
Edition:
2nd Edition
Pages:
296
Dimensions (mm):
254x177x16mm
Weight:
0.54kg
Alfred S. Posamentier

Alfred S. Posamentier has published over sixty books in the area of mathematics and mathematics education, including Math Tricks: The Surprising Wonders of Shapes and Numbers,The Joy of Geometry, Math Makers: The Lives and Works of 50 Famous Mathematicians; The Mathematics of Everyday Life (with Christian Spreitzer); and The Joy of Mathematics (with Robert Geretschlager, Charles Li, and Christian Spreitzer). After having been on the faculty of the City College of the City University of New York for forty years, where he was a professor of mathematics education and dean of the School of Education, he subsequently held the same positions at Mercy College, New York, for five years. He was also executive director for internationalization and sponsored programs at Long Island University, New York. He is currently a Distinguished Lecturer at the New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York.

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