Author : Cecelia A. Hunt
Publisher :
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 43,21 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Mathematics
ISBN :
Author : Stacee M. Banko
Publisher :
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 11,5 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Diaries
ISBN :
ABSTRACT: This qualitative research study documents the observed and reported experiences of fourth grade math students and their teacher when math journals are implemented in their curriculum to increase student understanding and motivation to write in math class. In this study, the teacher explored the process of designing journal prompts, establishing a routine in the classroom where these journal prompts were completed, and fostering motivation within the students to adapt to this new classroom routine. The author designed the study so that the students saw a purpose for each prompt, engaged the students in writing and sharing, and provided opportunities for students to work collaboratively using their journal entries. In order to maintain complete journal prompts, the author established a routine for writing, a connection to content being taught with journal prompts, and assistance when students needed prompting for their entries. The teacher engaged in dialogue with the students through the journals as well as feedback during group observations. The author discovered many of these implementations to be successful for the students in the classroom. Since the classroom contained a variety of diverse learners with different learning styles and needs, the author found that some students had different strategies that enabled them to be successful with their writing.
Author : James M. Campbell
Publisher :
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 37,98 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Diaries
ISBN :
Author : Marcia S. Popp
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 16,64 MB
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 1136495487
Learning Journals in the K-8 Classroom is the first comprehensive presentation of how to use academic journals effectively for elementary-level instruction. The text outlines the theoretical foundations for using learning journals and provides step-by-step suggestions for implementing them in every content area and at all levels of elementary instruction. Learning journals provide resources and support for reading aloud, independent reading, mini-lessons, cooperative study, individual research, workshops, and the portfolio system. The type of interactive writing students do in learning journals helps them explore complex ideas in the content areas, using their own strengths of analysis and response; the journals then become resources for future learning, group discussions, individual conferences, learning assessment, reports, and progress. Four introductory chapters show teachers how to create their own journals, introduce journals to students, integrate them with cooperative study, and use them for assessment. Additional chapters focus on the individual curriculum areas of literature, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies. The text includes sample entries from student journals at all grade levels and in every content area, and appendices of annotated resources to support journaling and interviews with teachers who use journals in their classrooms.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 43,27 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Education
ISBN :
Author : Colonnese, Madelyn W.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 33,69 MB
Release : 2023-11-20
Category : Reference
ISBN : 166846540X
Mathematical writing is essential for students’ math learning, but it’s often underutilized due to unclear guidelines. Mathematical writing is a mode of communication that provides teachers access to their students’ thinking and, importantly, offers students an opportunity to deepen their mathematical understanding, engage in mathematical reasoning, and learn a fundamental way to communicate mathematically. Notably, one needs to be able to judiciously combine mathematical symbols, representations, and text. However, more research is needed to exemplify the qualities of mathematical writing, develop implementation methods, and support teachers. Illuminating and Advancing the Path for Mathematical Writing Research, is a necessary comprehensive resource designed to enhance mathematical writing and promote equitable learning. This research book provides a comprehensive understanding of the current state of mathematical writing and illuminates various perspectives on moving the teaching and learning of k-12 mathematical writing forward. Mathematical writing is an important yet underutilized component of mathematical discourse, and this book offers further insight into understanding what it means to write mathematically for mathematics educators and researchers. It informs with research-based implementation strategies and creates purposeful professional learning opportunities. Ultimately, k-12 students will benefit from a more informed field because they will have access to a vital mode of mathematical reasoning and communication.
Author : Ina V. S. Mullis
Publisher :
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 26,4 MB
Release : 2012-12
Category :
ISBN : 9789079549177
Author : Tammy L. Jones
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 23,38 MB
Release : 2024-10-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 1040118496
Teach students to write about math so they can improve their conceptual understanding in authentic ways. This resource offers hands-on strategies you can use to help students in grades 3–5 discuss and articulate mathematical ideas, use correct vocabulary, and compose mathematical arguments. Part One discusses the importance of emphasizing language to make students’ thinking visible and to sharpen communication skills, while attending to precision. Part Two provides a plethora of writing prompts and activities: Visual Prompts; Compare and Contrast; The Answer Is; Topical Questions; Writing About; Journal Prompts; Poetry/Prose; Cubing and Think Dots; RAFT; Question Quilts; and Always, Sometimes, Never. Each activity is accompanied by a clear overview plus a variety of examples. Part Three offers a crosswalk of writing strategies and math topics to help you plan, as well as a sample anchor task and lesson plan to demonstrate how the strategies can be integrated. Throughout each section, you’ll also find Blackline Masters that can be downloaded for classroom use. With this book’s engaging, standards-based activities, you’ll have your upper elementary students communicating like fluent mathematicians in no time!
Author : Mary Ellen Edwards
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,19 MB
Release : 1999
Category :
ISBN :
This is an exploratory, action research study of the use of journal writing, focused on four students in a regular grade five math class and their growing understanding of decimals. They were given journal assignments as well as oral and manipulative-based activities during a series of ten, forty minute lessons. Data collection methods included field notes, audio taped student-student and teacher-student interaction, and written journal entries. The findings of the study indicate that students' use of journal writing, in conjunction with other constructivist tools such as manipulative-based activities, significantly improved: their conceptual understanding of decimals; their ability to work through to solutions not previously understood; their ability to consolidate learning initiated through other methods; their awareness of their own understanding; their confidence; and their ownership of their learning. Students' journal entries allowed me, the researcher, to programme and assess students' needs quickly and consistently.
Author : Kenneth E. Easterday
Publisher :
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 42,87 MB
Release : 1981
Category : Education
ISBN :
Activities are one means of connecting both the various strands of mathematics with one another and mathematics with other disciplines. This compilation of articles from NCTM journals includes strands on problem solving, reasoning, number relationships, statistics and more.
