Talking Mathematics in School: Studies of Teaching and Learning

by Edited by Magdalene Lampert , Merrie L. Blunk

• ISBN13: 9780521174954
• ISBN10: 0521174953
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-03-03
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Summary

The teaching and learning of mathematics in K-12 classrooms is changing. New curricula and methods engage learners in working on real problems. An essential feature of this work involves teacher and students in 'talking mathematics'. How can students learn to do this kind of talking? What can they learn from doing it? First published in 1998, this book addresses these questions by looking at the processes of formulating problems, interpreting contexts in which problems arise, and arguing about the reasonableness of proposed solutions. The studies in this volume seek to retain the complexity of classroom practice rather than looking at it through a particular academic lens.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Focusing on Doing and Learning Mathematical Talk

Language socialization in the mathematics classroom: discourse practices and mathematical thinking

The role of imagery and discourse in supporting students' mathematical development

Building a context for mathematical discussion

Disciplined perception: learning to see in technoscience

Focusing on Teaching Mathematical Talk

Investigating teaching practice

The teacher's role in mathematical conversation: stepping in and stepping out

Teacher talk about how to talk in small groups

Teaching and learning politeness during mathematical argument in school

Afterword: closing reflections on mathematical talk and mathematics teaching

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