Siemon, Beswick, Warren, Faragher, Horne, Miller, Jazby and Breed, Teaching Mathematics 4e

Teaching Mathematics: Foundations to Middle Years provides you with the information and resources needed to help you become a knowledgeable, enthusiastic practitioner.

Now in its fourth edition, this text has been revised to include a greater emphasis on pattern and structure, and the role of language in developing a deep understanding of mathematics from the early to middle years of schooling. The focus on Big Ideas is maintained, allowing you to look backwards as well as forwards within a content area to better cater for the learning needs of your students. Interspersed throughout the text are activities and practical suggestions from experienced classroom teachers to help you plan effective mathematics learning experiences.

Features of the fourth edition:

• An extended evidence base to support the sequence of ideas and strategies.
• A broad range of inclusive pedagogical practices.
• An updated consideration of the proficiencies to emphasise the importance of building understanding and fluency, and promoting problem solving and reasoning.
• A more integrated focus on issues such as STEM, AI and the role of mathematics in developing 21st-century skills.
• Updated Making Connections that include references to the Early Years Framework and the latest version of the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics.
• Extended Try it Yourself activities that focus on building your knowledge and confidence in teaching mathematics.

The authors have drawn on their extensive research and teaching experience to provide a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to fostering an appreciation of mathematics.