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Sets, Functions, and Reasoning
Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A Conceptual Approach

Chapter Descriptions

Section 2.1

Sets and Venn Diagrams: Illustrates set relations and operations through Venn diagrams and attribute pieces.

Subsections: Sets and Their Elements; Relationships between Sets; Operations on Sets; Problem-Solving Application.

One-page Math Activity: Sorting and Classifying Attribute Pieces

Section 2.2

Functions, Coordinates and Graphs: Presents examples of functions, introduces the rectangular coordinate system and linear and nonlinear functions, and contains examples for interpreting graphs.

Subsections: Functions; Graphs of Functions; Interpreting Graphs; Problem Solving Application.

One-page Math Activity: Number Sequences from Geometric Patterns

Interactive Applet: Hunting for Hidden Polygons

Section 2.3

Introduction to Deductive Reasoning: Presents an introduction to deductive reasoning and illustrates valid and invalid reasoning with Venn diagrams.

Subsections: Deductive Reasoning; Venn Diagrams; Conditional Statements; Reasoning with Conditional Statements; Problem-Solving Application.

One-page Math Activity: Deductive Reasoning Game