Barmby, Patrick
Primary Mathematics: Teaching for Understanding
- ISBN 13:
- 9780335229260
- author:
- Barmby, Patrick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Open University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 23.8 x 16.8 x 1.6 cm
- Genre:
- Pre-school & kindergarten
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding primary mathematics is at the heart of effective teaching. This book provides a framework for developing teachers' understanding of key topics and offers an innovative approach to explaining mathematical concepts.
The authors define what it means to 'understand' in mathematics and use this model to examine various primary mathematics topics. By exploring these topics through the lens of understanding, teachers can gain a deeper insight into how children learn and develop mathematical skills.