The Roles of Representation in School Mathematics 2001 Yearbook
By Edited by Albert Cuoco
The Roles of Representation in School Mathematics focuses on how students learn mathematics--in particular, how they learn to form abstractions and build mathematical representations of phenomena. It is an excellent resource for teachers who want to make smart decisions about content and pedagogy.
This book explains how students learn mathematics, how they come to develop mathematical habits of mind, and even how they develop misunderstandings about mathematics. It discusses the nature and roles of representation, the use of representation tools for gaining insights, various symbol systems used in mathematics, and the role of context in the interplay between modeling and representation. Hardback
Contact Info: Albert Cuoco (1-800-225-4276 x2563)
Published by: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Order Info
Price: $29.95
ISBN: 0-87353-495-6
(250 pp) Print