| Teaching Mathematics to Middle School Students with Learning Difficulties Contributor(s): Montague, Marjorie (Editor), Jitendra, Asha K. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1593853068 ISBN-13: 9781593853068 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $30.40 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2006 Annotation: This unique, practical book is the first to target teachers of students who struggle with the middle-school curriculum. Includes vignettes, examples, and sample lesson plans that illustrate a range of effective strategies for assessment, instruction, and progress monitoring for special education and math teachers for grades 6-8. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Special Education - Learning Disabilities - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Mathematics - Education | Secondary |
| Dewey: 371.904 |
| LCCN: 2006007899 |
| Series: What Works for Special-Needs Learners |
| Physical Information: 0.53" H x 6.98" W x 9.94" (0.77 lbs) 178 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A highly practical resource for special educators and classroom teachers, this book provides specific instructional guidance illustrated with vignettes, examples, and sample lesson plans. Every chapter is grounded in research and addresses the nuts and bolts of teaching math to students who are not adequately prepared for the challenging middle school curriculum. Presented are a range of methods for helping struggling learners build their understanding of foundational concepts, master basic skills, and develop self-directed problem-solving strategies. While focusing on classroom instruction, the book also includes guidelines for developing high-quality middle school mathematics programs and evaluating their effectiveness. |