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The author's introduction: For decades teachers have searched for ways to motivate their students. As a math teacher for thirteen years... I have learned that one of the easiest ways to motivate students is to get them involved with their mathematics. This means taking mathematics out of the textbook and putting it into real-life situations. With this approach students are willing to work problem after problem because it is interesting, relevant to their lives and not the traditional worksheet or textbook page approach to doing math.
How can educators effectively increase student engagement and motivation in mathematics through the application of real-world graphing techniques? Marji Freeman, drawing on thirteen years of classroom experience, argues that traditional textbook-based instruction often fails to capture student interest. She presents a pedagogical framework that shifts the focus from abstract worksheet problems to practical, real-life scenarios that make mathematical concepts relevant and accessible to students.
What You Will Find
Educators frequently cite this work as a practical resource for teachers seeking to revitalize their mathematics curriculum. Experts highlight the author's focus on student-centered learning as a foundational approach for improving classroom engagement.
Page Count:
48
Publication Date:
1987-01-01
Publisher:
Cuisenaire Co
ISBN-10:
0201480263
ISBN-13:
9780201480269
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