Mathematics Education Exploring the culture of learning

• Other Authors: Johnston-Wilder, Sue 1955-, Allen, Barbara 1955-
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: London New York Open University 2004; RoutledgeFalmer
• Subjects: Mathematics > Social aspects > Study and teaching; Mathematics > Study and teaching > Social aspects
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• Physical Description: vi, 245 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 0415326990; 0415327008 (pbk.)

Mathematics Education identifies some of the most significant issues in mathematics education today. Pulling together relevant articles from authors well-known in their fields of study, the book addresses topical issues such as: gender equity attitude teacher belief and knowledge community of practice autonomy and agency assessment technology. The subject is dealt with in three parts: culture of the mathematics classroom, communication in mathematics classrooms and pupils' and teachers' perceptions. Students on postgraduate courses in mathematics education will find this book a valuable resource. Students on BEd and PGCE courses will also find this a useful source of reference as will teachers of mathematics, mentors and advisers.