Guiding Meaningful Math Conversations (Quick Reference Guide), May/2017
| Author(s) | Laney Sammons |
| ISBN10 | 1416624201 |
| ISBN13 | 9781416624202 |
| Format | 3-Hole Punched, 3 Laminated Panels |
| Pages | 6 |
| Year Publish | 2017 May |
Synopsis
Constructive math conversations occur when two or more people talk together to share their mathematical thinking. In this handy laminated guide, popular presenter and author Laney Sammons shows how to engage students in constructive math conversations that help them solve problems and build mathematical meaning.
These conversations help students build
- Mathematical understanding
- Thinking skills
- Social skills
- A sense of community
Packed with tips, examples, and activities, this guide will help teachers understand, introduce, and foster constructive math conversations.
About the Author:
Laney Sammons was a classroom teacher and instructional coach for 21 years before becoming an author and educational consultant. She has written numerous books, including Guided Math: A Framework for Mathematics Instruction, Strategies for Implementing Guided Math, and Building Mathematical Comprehension: Using Literacy Strategies to Make Meaning, and she has trained teachers throughout the United States and Canada.
