Proving in the Elementary Mathematics Classroom
Proving in the Elementary Mathematics Classroom by Andreas J. Stylianides, published by Oxford University Press in 2016, offers a comprehensive exploration of the role of proving in elementary mathematics education. This 187-page book presents a blend of research insights and practical guidance aimed at enhancing the understanding and implementation of proving as a fundamental activity in mathematics. The author discusses the current marginalization of proving in classrooms worldwide and outlines strategies to elevate its significance in teaching practices.
Readers will find a detailed examination of classroom episodes from two countries, highlighting various proving tasks and the resulting classroom activities. The book delves into the critical role of teachers in facilitating the connection between proving tasks and student engagement, addressing key mathematical and pedagogical challenges that arise during implementation. With a focus on education, teaching, and mathematics, this edition serves as a valuable resource for educators seeking to enrich their teaching methods and improve curricular resources in the field of elementary mathematics.
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Although proving is core to mathematics as a sense-making activity, it currently has a marginal place in elementary classrooms internationally. Blending a research perspective with practical advice, this book addresses what it would take to elevate the place of proving at elementary school.The book uses classroom episodes from two countries to examine different kinds of proving tasks and the proving activity they can generate in the elementary classroom. It examines further the role of teachers in mediating the relationship between proving tasks and proving activity, including major mathematical and pedagogical issues that arise for teachers as they implement each kind of proving task. In addition to its contribution to research knowledge, the book has important implications for teaching, curricular resources, and teacher education.
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