Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach, 8/e

Albert B. Bennett, Jr., University of New Hampshire Laurie J. Burton, Western Oregon University L. Ted Nelson, Portland State University
Contents: Student Center Chapter 1: Problem Solving Chapter 2: Sets, Functions, and Reasoning Chapter 3: Whole Numbers Chapter 4: Number Theory Chapter 5: Integers and Fractions Chapter 6: Decimals: Rational and Irrational Chapter 7: Statistics Chapter 8: Probability Chapter 9: Geometric Figures Chapter 10: Measurement Chapter 11: Motions in Geometry Instructor Center Instructor's Manual Editable Tests Planning Guides Answers to Puzzlers Sample Syllabi GSP Notes Information Center Table of Contents Supplements About the Authors Preface Sample Chapter & Sections Feature Summary Custom Publishing Primis
To order the Activity Approach, which is automatically packaged with a Manipulative Kit, use ISBN: 0077297946     9780077297947 The primary purpose of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: An Activity Approach is to engage prospective elementary and middle-school teachers in mathematical activities that will enhance their conceptual knowledge, introduce them to important manipulatives, and model the kind of mathematical learning experiences they will be expected to provide for their students. The activities incorporate inductive thinking and the use of physical models and visual images to develop concepts and encourage higher-level reasoning. The Activity Approach text can be used independently or along with its companion volume, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A Conceptual Approach. This website has an Instructor Edition and a Student Edition. Students can enter the Student Edition without a password. Instructors can obtain a password from their McGraw-Hill representative to enter the Instructor Edition to obtain a variety of instructor resources including solutions and section-by-section planning guides.