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Using Writing in Mathematics to Deepen Student Learning

 
 
Product Description  

  		Mathematics classes traditionally rely on skill-building and conceptual understanding, but teachers are now realizing that writing can help deepen student learning and encourage students to gain new persepctives.

This booklet explains why writing belongs in mathematics classrooms, describes the existing role of writing in a mathematics curriculum, and provides strategies and ideas that can be put into practice immediately.

Authors  Vicki Urquhart
Target Audience  Secondary mathematics teachers
Key Ideas  
Writing in mathematics helps students

  • improve their capacity to learn,

  • build community, and

  • solve problems through critical thinking.

How to Get this Product  Available as a free download.
APA Citation  Urquhart, V. (2009). Using Writing in Mathematics to Deepen Student Learning. Denver, CO: McREL.