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‘This original book shows the crucial importance of personal philosophies of mathematics. Using current research it guides us to reflect on our attitudes and beliefs. Essential reading for anybody interested in mathematics and its teaching.’ - Paul Ernest, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics Education, University of Exeter Teaching mathematics can be challenging, and returning to a mathematics classroom yourself may not inspire you with confidence. This book can help you to become an assured teacher who can give young learners the high quality mathematics education that they deserve, by exploring the philosophy that lies behind good mathematics teaching and its application in the classroom. Throughout the book you are encouraged to put your own thoughts on mathematics learning and teaching under the microscope and examine your perceptions and understanding in order to develop as a critically reflective teacher, aware of potential challenges and what underpins effective mathematics teaching in primary schools. Coverage includes: • developing your own philosophy towards mathematics teaching • understanding links between confidence and learning • the importance of subject knowledge • common beliefs and attitudes among mathematics learners • how to develop your relationship with the subject. This is essential reading for all students studying primary mathematics on initial teacher education courses, including undergraduate (BEd, BA with QTS), postgraduate (PGCE, School Direct, SCITT, Teach First) and NQTs.
Philosophy for mathematics learning and teaching
Philosophy for mathematics learning and teaching
Learning objectives
Having read this chapter you will …
- Draw together your reflections on prior mathematical experience and make conscious your beliefs based on consideration of contrasting perspectives
- Determine approaches to learning and teaching mathematics which you think are effective
- Make explicit your personal philosophy for learning and teaching mathematics, based on your aspirations for the future
- Ascertain your personal learning needs for teacher training
Throughout this book you have reflected upon various aspects of mathematics teaching and learning from a personal perspective based on your mathematical experiences, thinking about how these have shaped your current perceptions. By reading about the experiences and perceptions of other student teachers, you may have been able to recognise some perceptions that may ...
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