The Algebra Teacher's Activity-a-Day, Grades 6-12: Over 180 Quick Challenges for Developing Math and Problem-Solving Skills
| Author(s) | Frances McBroom Thompson, Ed.D. |
| ISBN10 | 0470505176 |
| ISBN13 | 9780470505175 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Pages | 256 |
| Year Publish | 2010 May |
Synopsis
Fun-filled math problems that put the emphasis on problem-solving strategies and reasoning
The Algebra Teacher's Activity-a-Day offers activities for test prep, warm-ups, down time, homework, or just for fun. These unique activities are correlated with national math education standards and emphasize problem-solving strategies and logical reasoning skills. In many of the activities, students are encouraged to communicate their different approaches to other students in the class.
- Filled with dozens of quick and fun algebra activities that can be used inside and outside the classroom
- Designed to help students practice problem-solving and algebra skills
The activities address a wide range of topics, skills, and ability levels, so teachers can choose whichever best suit the students' needs.
About The Author:
Frances McBroom Thompson, Ph.D., has taught mathematics at the junior and senior high school levels and was a professor of mathematics education at Texas Woman's University. She has served as a K-12 mathematics specialist, a curriculum developer, and a teacher trainer; and she is also the author of numerous articles and books on math education, including Hands-On Algebra and the Math Essentials series from Jossey-Bass.
